Cybersecurity Systems Administrator

SAIC; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a cybersecurity systems administrator to support the Space Systems Command in Colorado Springs. You will manage desktop, mobile, and network security, perform vulnerability scans, and implement security policies across systems.

The role requires strong Linux expertise, experience with security tools (Trellix, HBSS, ACAS, SolarWinds), and active TS/SCI clearance. You will document procedures and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet mission objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field with 14+ years experience, master's with 12+ years; experience may substitute education.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with SCI eligibility; able to obtain TS/SCI within 3 months.
• CompTIA Security+ or equivalent for DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 compliance.
• 7+ years of cybersecurity experience; experience building hardened solutions.
• Strong Linux experience; familiarity with Windows configuration.
• Experience with SCAPs, STIGs, ACAS, Nessus and related tooling.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-depth technical scans on hardware, OS, and software to identify vulnerabilities.
• Configure Linux and Windows systems to mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Serve as primary ISSO for a TS/SCI program in Colorado Springs across multiple sites.
• Install, configure, and maintain Trellix, HBSS, ACAS, and SolarWinds tools.
• Create a hardened ecosystem and document all technical materials thoroughly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve mission objectives.

Skills

Python

PowerShell

Bash

Linux

Networking

Security tooling

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Master's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Trellix

HBSS

ACAS

SolarWinds

SCAPs

STIGs

Nessus

Cisco

VMware

VirtualBox

Job description

SAIC is seeking a cybersecurity systems administrator to support the Space Systems Command to develop, deploy, modernize, and expand the program and its customers. We are looking for a detail-oriented cybersecurity administrator to be responsible for desktop, mobile, and network security, troubleshooting network access and implementing network security policies and procedures at our organization.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical base who can identify the problem and build a hardened solution.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct in depth technical scans on hardware, operating systems, and software to identify system vulnerabilities
• Perform necessary system configuration tasks on Linux and some Windows machines to mitigate vulnerabilities
• Serve as the primary ISSO in a TS/SCI Special Access Program for Space System Command in Colorado Springs at multiple sites.
• Install, configure and maintain cybersecurity tools, including Trellix, HBSS, ACAS, and Solarwinds
• Perform installation, configuration, and troubleshooting tasks to create a more secure and hardened ecosystem for software and systems
• Maintain excellent documentation of all technical material
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve mission objectives

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field and 14 or more years of relevant experience; master's degree in computer science or related field and 12 or more years of relevant experience. Experience will be accepted in lieu of education.

Active Top Secret or DoE Q clearance with SCI eligibility (must be eligible for SCI indoctrination within first 3 months of start date) and be able to obtain and maintain TS/SCI

CompTIA Security + or equivalent certification required for DoD 8570 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level 2 compliance

7 or more years of cybersecurity experience

Experience building hardened solutions for systems and software from the ground up

Strong experience with Linux based operating systems

Experience working with SCAPs, STIGs, ACAS, Nessus, etc.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Experience writing basic scripts in languages like Python, Powershell, or Bash
• Experience using tools to scan source code such as Fortify
• Experience working with Networking tools like Cisco products
• Experience working with Virtualization tools like VMware, VirtualBox, or various hypervisors