Junior Cyber Security Engineer IRES - SSFB/HSV

Junior Cyber Security Engineer IRES - SSFB/HSV - (ADV0009MK) 

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Position Title: Junior Cyber Security Engineer

Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO or Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL

Relocation Assistance: None available at this time

Remote/Telework: NO - Not available for this position

Clearance Type: DoD Secret

Shift: Day shift (Mon-Fri)

Travel Required: Up to 10% of the time

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Description of Duties:

The Junior Cyber Security Engineer supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. The candidate will:

 

·         Perform cybersecurity duties on customer networks (proactively and reactively) to improve enterprise-wide security posture.

·         Perform and analyze vulnerability scans without affecting network operations utilizing Assured Compliance Assessment

·         Solution (ACAS/Nessus) scanning tool.

·         Perform network security threat/impact assessments and prepare assessment reports.

·         Utilize available Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) tools to analyze and correlate events, vulnerabilities, and STIGs from network security devices and mission critical infrastructure (e.g., network and host-based security systems, firewalls, routers, switches, servers, workstations, etc.) for indicators of compromise, attack vectors, and known attack patterns.

·         Analyze and interpret log data within various tools (e.g., ACAS, HBSS/ESS, etc.).

·         Analyze vulnerabilities against known exploits in enterprise cyber-threat environment and disseminate guidance to improve network defensive posture.

·         Support the development, establishment, review and update of Tier III LCC procedures, processes, manuals, and other documentation.

·         Assist with host-based security across the enterprise utilizing DoD Host based Security System (HBSS), to include: antimalware, host-based intrusion protection system, data loss prevention, and rogue system detection.

·         Support Incident Response across the enterprise IAW DoD regulations and instructions.

·         Generate vulnerability assessment reports for customers and escalate for further review.

·         Create, update, and manage queries and dashboards pertaining to HBSS, ACAS, and related security tools.

·         Support the review and update of CND procedures, processes, manuals, and other documentation.

 

The successful candidate will:

·         Have experience with most MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio).

·         Be able to multi-task and prioritize various projects and assignments in a dynamic work environment in order to meet scheduled/unscheduled customer requests.

·         Be willing to travel up to 10% of the time.

·         Be willing to be on-call if necessary due to fluctuation mission schedules

 

 

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.

 

Here's What You'll Need:

 

Basic Requirements:

Must have one of the following combinations of education and experience: HS Diploma (or GED) and 4 years of general experience; Associate’s degree and 2 years of general experience; Bachelor’s degree and 0 years of general experience.

 

·         Must have 2 years of related experience in relevant business systems, operating systems, and servers and/or experience in light programming, project management of small initiatives, and troubleshooting.

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

·         Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance.

 

Desired Requirements:

·         Have an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science or related field.

·         Have experience with security analysis and solutions in a WAN/LAN environment to include Routers, Switches, Network Devices, and Operating Systems (e.g., Windows, and Linux)

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

·         Have experience performing security compliance scans across a WAN (ACAS/Nessus preferred).

·         Have a background in configuration, troubleshooting, and deployment of host-based security. (HBSS preferred)

·         Have or be able to obtain relevant computing environment certifications. (HBSS/ESS, ACAS, Windows, Linux, etc.)

·         Be able to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance.

·         Be familiar with Security Operations Centers. (SOC)/DoD

·         Have an active DoD Top Secret clearance.

 

 

This position is expected to pay $92,300 - $117,300 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.

 

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things that 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.

 Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans  and Labor Laws Posters. 

Primary Location

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

Other Locations

: United States-Alabama-Redstone Arsenal-20348-RDST, United States-Alabama-Huntsville-20348-HVL1, United States-Colorado-Colorado Springs-20348-SHRV-02, United States-Colorado-Schriever AFB-IRES, United States-Alabama-Huntsville-20348-RDST-02, United States-Colorado-Schriever AFB-20348-SHRV

Travel

: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Job Posting

: Nov 15, 2024, 8:40:25 PM

Job

: Information Technology

Organization

: CMS

Job Type

: ExperiencedJob Classification: Fulltime-Regular

Work Locations

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