Sensor Technician

FWG Solutions is a rapidly growing systems integrator and premier small business provider of technology services to government and commercial clients. We are a trusted provider of cybersecurity, logistics, advanced engineering and operational support services to the United States Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community and Federal Civilian agencies. We are a quality driven organization that leverages its ISO 20000-1:2011, ISO 27001:2013 and CMMI Level 2 quality standards, certifications and service delivery expertise to support all of our clients.
The Sensor Technician will support the 33rd Network Warfare Squadron Defensive Cyber Operations Team onsite at Lackland Air Force Base. This position will be an active part of this unit and will be responsible for monitoring, securing, and protecting the Air Force and Central Command global networks by ensuring network integrity, reliability, availability, confidentiality and responding to hostile network threats and attacks.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain, and manage the IDS/IPS (Intrusion Detection System/Intrusion Prevention System) sensor fleet including, performance on FAK (Fly Away Kits) sensors, Cloud Shield,  FPC/NTSA (Full Packet Capture/Network Traffic Security Analysis), ArcSight and sensor fleet specialized applications (such as Fidelis), emerging IDS/IPS technologies and associated network infrastructure [ASA/VPN  (Adaptive Security Appliance/ Virtual Private Network) concentrator], equipment/configurations and other Gateway, boundary and Third Party sensors
• Incorporate approved PMO (Program Management Office) trouble ticketing for vendor support and Authorized Service Interruption (ASI) procedures (internal and external) for completion of IDS/IPS taskings.
• Maintain and manage software upgrades and patches and perform system changes for the IDS/IPS  sensors and associated equipment ensuring proper configuration to established standards
• Deploy to any DoD network with necessary equipment to provide direct support for the installation of IDS/IPS sensor(s) and VPN hardware
• Conduct the daily private key management and deploy correlation rule sets base boundary ECN (Enclave Control Node) to correctly identify and process system alerts in support of organization operations 
• Perform advanced diagnostic testing and troubleshooting either remotely from or through local System Administration having direct access to the IDS/IPS sensor
• Ensure that response to inoperable systems is immediate and perform actions necessary to ensure IDS/IPS sensors are collecting and reporting network activity
• Work with field units to resolve network issues and perform actions necessary to ensure IDS/IPS and FPC/NTSA sensors are collecting and reporting network activity
• Deploy new string matches, vendor signatures, custom signatures, and alerts to all deployed IDS/IPS and FPC/NTSA sensors in support of mission requirements
• Support the development and documentation of processes and checklists for maintenance associated with those systems
• Supports a 24 hour-a-day / 7 days a week operation
• Other duties as related to the business functions of FWG Solutions, as assigned

A successful candidate should be able to perform, have experience with or have knowledge and understanding of:

• Experience:
• Required minimum three to five years (3-5) of relevant experience; DoD experience preferred
• Required minimum three to five (3-5) years’ experience in the following areas: IP addressing and domain name service; network components; TCP/UDP, FTP, SMTP, and HTTP; and the network OSI model
Skills & Abilities:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Use of the following UNIX functions: general Unix operating system file locations; maneuvering through Unix-based directory file structures; use of a Unix-based editor (vi, tedi, emacs, elm, EDT, EVE, etc); and generic Unix operating system file locations; changing file mode and privileges and how to gain access, reference, and print Unix-based help on-line
• The ability to install, configure, troubleshoot, maintain, and manage IPS/IDS and FPC/NTSA technologies.
• Understanding of VMware technologies and its possible integration and use with Third-Party sensor deployments
• Ability to hold yourself and others accountable on short-term and long-term goals
• Superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Understanding of Intel-based computers using Microsoft based operating systems
• Use of Microsoft Office software applications to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Other:
• Ability to work in a Panama Schedule (0600-1800 or 1800-0600) within a 24/7 – 365 work environment
Education:
• High School Degree Required
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred or equivalent experience
Licenses & Certifications:
• Active TS/SCI Security Clearance
• Required to have one of the following IAT Level II certifications: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, or SSCP
• Required to have one of the following IAT CSSP certifications for Infrastructure Support: Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), CySA+, GICSP, SSCP, CHFI, CFR, Cloud+, or CND
• Possession of one of the following certifications: CISCO certification (CCNA, CCNP, CCIE) or Linux+

EEO:FWG Solutions is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
This opportunity offers career development and growth, competitive compensation, and a robust benefits package with 4 Weeks PTO w/ rollover, 11 paid holidays, company paid events and training, and 401(k) retirement plan with company match. FWG holds multiple government contracting vehicles as a Prime Contractor to include: 8(a) Set-Aside; STARS III; GSA IT-70; Army ITES-3S; and CIO-SP3. FWG Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex/gender, pregnancy, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, disability, genetic information/history or any other personal characteristic protected by law. FWG welcomes all individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply for our jobs.
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