Information System security Engineer

Cyber Defense Technologies; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Career advancement

Job summary

Cyber Defense Technologies is seeking an experienced Information System Security Engineering (ISSE) for a DoD program in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The role is hands-on and will provide on-site security engineering, systems administration, and information assurance support to the program.

The ideal candidate has an active Secret clearance (Top Secret preferred) and 8+ years of deploying, configuring, and monitoring complex networks.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience deploying, configuring, maintaining, and monitoring computer systems and networks.
• Previous team leadership experience.
• Technical certifications such as a CISSP, CCNA, Security+, RHCSA, or similar.
• Active Secret clearance is required; Top Secret is preferred.
• DISA ACAS and Trellix Certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, upgrade, and ensure readiness of classified enterprise systems and technologies (e.g., VMware vSphere, Linux, Cisco, Palo Alto, Windows Server/Workstation).
• Provide senior-level security engineering and development support throughout the system life cycle.
• Perform continuous monitoring and security testing using Nessus/ACAS, Trellix, and Splunk Enterprise.
• Provide mitigation solutions for findings and patching requirements.
• Ensure changes are reviewed and do not adversely impact system security (Change Management).
• Work with DISA and C5ISR and maintain Trellix/ENS installations.

Skills

VMware vSphere

Windows Server

Windows Workstation

Enterprise Linux

NIST RMF

NISPOM

Ansible

PowerShell

CISSP

CCNA

Security+

RHCSA

Nessus/ACAS

Trellix

Splunk

Network engineering

Tools

Nessus/ACAS

Trellix

Splunk

Job description

Overview:

CDT is seeking an experienced and skilled ISSE for a DoD program in Cedar Rapid, Iowa.This position is hands-on technical and will provide on-site security engineering, systems administration, and information assurance support to the program.

Clearance Requirements:

An active Secret is required, Top Secret is preferred. Candidates who do not meet these clearance requirements will not be considered.

Responsibilities:

• Experience with administering, maintaining, implementing upgrades, and ensuring the readiness of several classified virtual enterprisesystems and corresponding technologies (e.g., VMware vSphere, Enterprise Linux, Cisco Systems (Switch, Router, NGFW), Palo Alto, Windows Server, Windows Workstation).
• Knowledge of Cisco ISE/Forescout CounterACT NAC technologies preferred.
• Perform Site-Lead/Management duties that support the workflow and project goals for a small team of System Administrators and Information Security Engineers.
• Provide senior-level security engineering and development support throughout the system life cycle.
• Perform appropriate continuous monitoring and systems security testing using tools such as Nessus Security Center/ACAS, Trellix, and Splunk Enterprise.
• Provide mitigation solutions for identified findings and patching requirements.
• Ensure that proposed system changes are reviewed and that implemented system modifications do not adversely impact the security of the system. (e.g., Change Management)
• Maintain local Trellix/ENS installations and upstream connections.
• Work with upstream service providers such as DISA and C5ISR.
• Ensure that authorization/re-authorization support documentation is developed and maintained in conformance with applicable standards.
• Assist with the client’s progress towards completion of POA&Ms.

Technical Areas of Expertise:

• Performingenterprise software installations and upgrades.
• Enterprise Linux (Red Hat, OEL, Fedora) experience.
• Ansible or PowerShell automation experience preferred.
• VMware vSphere Experience (ESXi, vCenter, etc.)
• Windows Workstation and Server deployment and administration experience.
• RMF, NIST, and NISPOM requirements, configurations, settings, and documentation.
• Network engineering experience highly sought after.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in deploying, configuring, maintaining, and monitoring computer systems and networks.
• Previous team leadership experience.
• Experience with implementing highly technical solutions and reporting their importance to the organization and stakeholders.
• Technical certifications such as a CISSP, CCNA, Security +, RHCSA, or similar.
• DISA ACAS and Trellix Certifications preferred.

Why Join Cyber Defense Technologies?

At CDT, we offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment where your expertise in system engineering can help shape the future of cybersecurity and engineering solutions.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

CDT is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity employer making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.