IT Systems Engineer

Description
DSA is seeking a TS/SCI cleared Systems Engineer to join our team in Charlottesville VA. The Systems Engineer will play a critical role in the modernization and administration of Army insider threat programs performing Army and national security missions. The Engineer will work with a small team to automate and maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux based systems in AWS. This position will be ONSITE.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI Clearance
• DOD 8140 (8570) IAM or IAT Level II Certification
• At least five years of IT related experience.
• At least four years of experience working with Linux server administration
• Experience working with structured data (JSON/XML)
• Familiarity with relevant DOD security standards (ICS 500-27 & CNSSI 1253)
• Ability to develop and brief material in front of groups of 10+ people.
• Linux or Cloud environment certifications
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code
• Experience with NIST Risk management framework (RMF)

Desired Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • Experience may be substituted for degree.
• Familiarity with Agile development practices
• Experience with scripting and task automation (python, PowerShell, Perl, etc.)
• Familiarity with Amazon Web Services
• Familiarity with Apache NiFi

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and Automate RHEL and AL2 systems in AWS
• Perform modernization of an Army InT program
• Advise Army program development teams on ICS500-27 compliance requirements
• Analyze specialized user data and create reports on defects or recommended improvements
• Write, troubleshoot, and deploy AWS based systems utilizing Terraform.
• Perform STIG checklists and remediate any defects discovered.
• Perform analysis of audit data content and format to find defects with the data.
• Register data defects with required development teams and monitor resolution status of those defects.
• Maintain insider threat systems in a secure, compliant state

Many of DSA's positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. DSA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. DSA is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. DSA requires background checks , where permitted , by law. DSA is an E-Verify Employer.