Senior DCO Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support Specialist IRES - SSFB

Senior DCO Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support Specialist IRES - SSFB - (ADV0009HR) 

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Description of Duties:

The Senior DCO Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support Specialist supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. The candidate will:

 

·         Perform Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO)/Cyber Security Service Provider (CSSP) duties outlined in Evaluator Scoring Metrics (ESM).

·         Identify potential conflicts with implementation of any cyber defense tools (e.g., tool and signature testing and optimization).

·         Assist in identifying, prioritizing, and coordinating the protection of critical cyber defense infrastructure and key resources.

·         Build, install, configure, and test dedicated cyber defense hardware.

·         Assist in assessing the impact of implementing and sustaining a dedicated cyber defense infrastructure.

·         Coordinate with system administrators to create cyber defense tools, test bed(s), and test and evaluate applications, hardware infrastructure, rules/signatures, access controls, and configurations of platforms managed by service provider(s).

·         Coordinate with Cyber Defense Analysts to manage and administer the updating of rules and signatures (e.g., intrusion detection/protection systems, anti-virus, and content blacklists) for specialized cyber defense applications.

·         Create, edit, and manage network access control lists on specialized cyber defense systems (e.g., firewalls and intrusion prevention systems).

·         Implement risk assessment and authorization requirements per the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process for dedicated cyber defense systems within the enterprise, and document and maintain records for them.

·         Perform system administration on specialized cyber defense applications and systems (e.g., anti-virus, audit and remediation) or Virtual Private Network (VPN) devices, to include installation, configuration, maintenance, backup and restoration.

 

The successful candidate will have:

 

·         Skill in troubleshooting and diagnosing cyber defense infrastructure anomalies and work through resolution.

·         Knowledge of computer networking concepts and protocols, and network security methodologies.

·         Knowledge of risk management processes (e.g., methods for assessing and mitigating risk).

·         Knowledge of national and international laws, regulations, policies, and ethics as they relate to cybersecurity.

·         Knowledge of cybersecurity principles.

·         Knowledge of cyber threats and vulnerabilities.

·         Knowledge of specific operational impacts of cybersecurity lapses.

·         Knowledge of host/network access control mechanisms (e.g., access control list).

·         Knowledge of Intrusion Detection System (IDS)/Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) tools and applications.

·         Knowledge of incident response and handling methodologies.

·         Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and organizational requirements (relevant to confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, non-repudiation).

·         Knowledge of network protocols such as TCP/IP, Dynamic Host Configuration, Domain Name System (DNS), and directory services.

·         Knowledge of network traffic analysis (tools, methodologies, processes).

·         Knowledge of how traffic flows across the network (e.g., Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Internet Protocol (IP), Open System Interconnection Model (OSI)).

·         Knowledge of what constitutes a network attack and the relationship to both threats and vulnerabilities.

·         Knowledge of cyber defense policies, procedures, and regulations.

·         Knowledge of network security architecture concepts including topology, protocols, components, and principles (e.g., application of defense-in-depth).

 

This position can be filled at Schriever SFB, Colorado Springs, CO.

 

This position is expected to pay $130,400 - $155,400 annually; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.

 

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.

 

Resumes, in month and year format, must be submitted with application in order to be considered for the position.  The selected candidate may be assigned as an employee for one of our teammate companies.

 

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Typical benefits offered include flexible work schedules, educational reimbursement, retirement benefits (401K match), employee stock purchase plan, health benefits, tax saving options, disability benefits, life and accident insurance, voluntary benefits, paid time off and paid holidays, and parental leave.

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Here's What You'll Need:

 

Basic Requirements:

Must have one of the following combinations of education and experience: HS Diploma (or GED) and 8 years of general experience; Associate’s degree and 6 years of general experience; Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of general experience; Master’s degree and 2 years of general experience

 

·         Must have 6 years of direct experience testing, implementing, deploying, maintaining, and/or administering infrastructure hardware and software.

·         Must have 2 years of experience managing and leading personnel in an IT environment.

·         Must have a DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification with Continuing Education (CE) - (CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security + CR, CND, SSCP)

·         Must be able to obtain a DoD 8570.01-M CSSP Infrastructure Support certification with Continuing Education (CE) - (CEH, CySA+, GICSP, SSCP, CHFI, CFR, Cloud+, CND) (Note: Any/all expenses associated with obtaining this certification will be at the employees expense)

·         Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret

 

Desired Requirements:

·         Ability to properly document all systems security implementation, operations and maintenance activities and update as necessary.

·         Ability to create auditable evidence of security measures.

·         Have experience with Security Operations Centers (SOC)/DCO tools/applications, such as Firewalls, Intrusion Detection Systems / Intrusion Prevention Systems, Network Security Manager, Bluecoat, Barracuda, etc.

·         Be able to mentor and train personnel in an evolving, high-paced environment.

·         Be familiar with DCO/Cybersecurity Service Provider (CSSP)-guiding security policies and procedures.

·         Have an active DoD Top Secret clearance.

 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. 

Primary Location

: United States-Colorado-Colorado Springs-20348-CSP1

Other Locations

: United States-Colorado-Schriever AFB-IRES, United States-Colorado-Colorado Springs-20348-SHRV-02, United States-Colorado-Schriever AFB-20348-SHRV

Travel

: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Job Posting

: Oct 8, 2024, 5:12:33 PM

Job

: Information Technology

Organization

: CMS

Job Type

: ExperiencedJob Classification: Fulltime-Regular

Work Locations

: 20348-CSP1 .  Colorado Springs 81919Capabilities: Defense Infrastructure