Cybersecurity Engineer

Cybersecurity Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Outside Continental US

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CACI has an exciting and immediate opportunity for a Cybersecurity Engineer to support the USAF Network Operations Security Center (NOSC). This position works at the customer on-site Tier 3 support location at Shaw Air Force Base in South Carolina.

Shaw AFB is conveniently located. A 2-hour drive to the north gets you to Charlotte, NC, to the east is Myrtle Beach, and Charleston, SC is to the south. You’ll have access to big city excitement, a quiet beach walk or small-town Southern hospitality.

If you want to use your advanced IT skills to support national security then this is the job for you. You’ll get to use leading edge technology as you sustain and defend the networks our Air Force warfighters use in the CENTCOM theater. From a career perspective, this program provides opportunity for upward and lateral mobility, by moving up to positions of increased responsibility or moving laterally across work centers to apply your expertise in other disciplines.

Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, maintain, and manage security devices to include but not limited to IDS/IPS, ArcSight Enterprise Security Manager, ACAS, and Virtual Private Network (VPN) equipment/configurations
• Help develop and document sensor processes and checklists Support operations by providing the capability to “omit” or filter sensor traffic and alerts Provide technical advice and assistance to resolve network issues and perform actions necessary to ensure IDS/IPS sensors collect and report network activity.
• Diagnose and resolve end user problems. Ensure end users adhere to proper security policies and procedures.
• Build tactical and strategic network profiles of specific systems and complete network architecture.
• Develop system concept of operations and engineering plans to execute security requirements for new and existing systems.
• Develop reports and trend analysis documentation on bandwidth, network architecture, as well as network security incidents.
• Maintain knowledge on new vulnerabilities and exploits.
• Develop methods to detect and prevent intrusive activities. Help develop countermeasures to isolate, contain, and prevent intrusive activities. Conduct troubleshooting and fault isolation to ensure connectivity to the sensor equipment.
• Establish VPNs for protected communications. Analyze computer network server logs (DNS, proxy, e-mail, domain controller, file server, Active Directory).
• Conduct network security monitoring and intrusion detection analysis using security tools, including but not limited to, IDS/IPS, firewalls, proxy, router, ESM, Logger, Fidelis, HBSS and ArcSight logs.
• Review STIG compliance for changes. Provide on-call support after hours, on weekends and holidays. You may also have an opportunity to:
• Deploy/travel to OCONUS locations in the USCENTCOM AOR to support operations, projects, and training as required (up to 25%).
• Deploy/travel to CONUS locations.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to obtain an Interim Secret clearance prior to start date.
• Associates in related field and 3 or more years’ experience; OR 5 or more years of relevant experience.
• Experience and demonstrate an understanding with installation of Microsoft Windows Server in Host and Compute Environments, and Windows Server 2012 using server images; Experience with implementation of storage solutions, window containers, high availability, Domain Name Systems (DNS), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), network connectivity and remote access solutions, core and distributed network solutions, advance network infrastructure, and maintain and monitor server environments.
• Firewall experience
• DoD 8570 CSSP-A Baseline Certification (CEH or equivalent) Completion of additional Professional Certifications.
• Network+ CE or CCNA
• ITIL Foundation within 60 days from start date.

Desired: 

• Experience working in DoD, Air Force, and local base environments.

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy. 

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$67,100 - $141,000

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.