Endpoint Security Engineer

Abile Group, Inc; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Abile Group, Inc in Springfield, Virginia is seeking an Endpoint Security Engineer to provide Network and Cybersecurity support to an Intelligence Community customer. This role involves implementing and maintaining security solutions across various networks.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 6 years of additional Cyber Security experience, coupled with relevant certifications. The position supports the IC mission globally, ensuring cybersecurity across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• 10 years of technical experience in Cyber Security is required.
• TS/SCI clearance required with ability to obtain CI poly.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Implement and apply technologies to protect networks and devices.
• Provide engineering and sustainment support for endpoint security.
• Establish computing environment by designing system configuration.

Skills

Enterprise Cyber Security Engineering tools

Linux environment administration

Large-scale enterprise/global network experience

DoD Architecture Framework understanding

Status reporting to management

Security systems evaluations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related field

Tools

Trellix

HBSS

Carbon Black Response/Protection

Microsoft ATA

Tanium

Job description

Overview

Abile Group has an exciting and challenging opportunity for an Endpoint Security Engineer on a contract providing Network and Cybersecurity services supporting an Intelligence Community customer. All the personnel on the team will work together to support transport and cybersecurity information technology (IT) services on multiple networks and security domains, at multiple locations worldwide, inclusive of new facilities and building constructions to support the IC mission.

The right candidate will possess the belowskills and qualificationsand be ready to handle all responsibilities independently and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Implements and applies technologies, processes, and practices designed to protect networks, devices, programs, and data from malicious attack, damage, or unauthorized access.
• Provides engineering and sustainment support for the various endpoint security solutions.
• Establishes computing environment by designing system configuration, directing system installation, and defining, documenting, and enforcing system standards.
• Provides specific, detailed information for hardware and software selection, implementation techniques, and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs, including present and future capacity requirements.
• Configures and installs various security products utilizing Linux OS.
• Works with both the software vendor and the customer to research, analyze, and implement enterprise-wide security solutions/capabilities/enhancements to support customer business/mission goals and objectives
• Assists with design, analysis, testing and implementation of state-of-the-art secure architectures
• Oversees security infrastructure sustainment, maintenance, and advanced configuration (policy management, database administration and security management tools)
• Oversees the reporting, documentation and investigation of all security related incidents; lead the development and implementation of corrective measures

Qualifications

Clearance Required: TS/SCI with ability to obtain and maintain a CI poly

Degree and Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Computer Science or related field) with 6 years additional experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• 10 years of technical experience in Cyber Security

Required Certifications:

• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certified (current)
• Must obtain a CSSP Infrastructure Support certification within 6 months of hire date

DesiredCertifications:

• CSSP Infrastructure Support certification
• Any Linux related certifications

Required Skills:

• Working knowledge of maintaining Enterprise Cyber Security Engineering requirements utilizing all or some of the following tools: Trellix, HBSS, Carbon Black Response/Protection, Microsoft ATA, Tanium
• Strong working knowledge of administering applications in a Linux environment
• Experience with large-scale enterprise/global networks in a high-paced, diverse environment
• Understanding of and experience with the DoD Architecture Framework and other key DoD network architecture and strategic planning instructions
• Experience in providing status reports and products to senior management and customers
• Experience with plans, designs, and evaluations of security systems and architectures

DesiredSkills:

• Windows Enterprise Active Directory (AD) architecture and VMWare virtualization