Security Systems Administrator, Journeyman

Feditc, Llc.; Ohio; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

FEDITC, LLC, a fast-growing DoD-focused contractor, seeks a Security Systems Administrator, Journeyman to direct Security Infrastructure Operations for the DFAS CCE. You will lead 24/7 device operations, manage firewalls, IPS/IDS, proxies, and load balancers, and drive incident response with strict SLA adherence.

Active Top Secret/SCI clearance and United States citizenship are required. On-site presence at designated locations is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in security infrastructure operations in DoD or Federal environments.
• Expertise with enterprise firewall platforms (Palo Alto, Cisco ASA/Firepower).
• Experience operating and monitoring IDS/IPS, web proxies, reverse proxies, and load balancers.
• Strong knowledge of network security protocols, DNSSEC, and traffic analysis techniques.
• Experience applying DISA STIGs and managing IAVM compliance for security devices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead operations teams in 24/7 environments with strict SLA requirements.
• Experience with security monitoring tools (Splunk, endpoint security platforms).
• Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity policies, CTOs, and compliance requirements.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for complex network security issues.
• Ability to support COOP exercises and emergency operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Security Infrastructure Operations staff delivering 24/7 security device operations and monitoring.
• Manage installation, configuration, and operation of security infrastructure devices including firewalls, IPS/IDS, DNSSEC, reverse proxies, web proxies, and load balancers.
• Direct continuous security infrastructure monitoring for threat detection and incident response.
• Oversee network traffic analysis and troubleshooting of access issues involving DFAS security devices.
• Coordinate STIG application, security patching, and CTO implementation for all managed security devices.
• Manage vulnerability scanning, compliance reporting, and IAVM timelines for security infrastructure.
• Provide Tier II-level customer service for security-related issues affecting DFAS mission operations.
• Develop and maintain operational documentation including SOPs, monitoring procedures, and incident response guides.
• Coordinate with CSSP Engineering and IA teams on security incidents, changes, and compliance requirements.
• Support project management for security infrastructure initiatives and technology refresh efforts.
• Ensure documentation and audit readiness for all security operations activities.

Skills

5+ years DoD security infra ops

Enterprise firewall platforms (PaloAlt

IDS/IPS, web proxies, load balancers

DNS/DNSSEC & traffic analysis

DISA STIGs & IAVM compliance

24/7 ops leadership & SLAs

Security monitoring tools (Splunk)

DoD cyber policies & CTOs

Troubleshooting network security

COOP & emergency ops support

Education

BA/BS Degree

Tools

Palo Alto PCNSA/PCNSE

Cisco ASA/Firepower

Splunk Core Certified User/Power User

Zero Trust Network Architecture

JWICS network ops experience

Job description

Security Systems Administrator, Journeyman

FEDITC, LLC is a fast-growing business supporting DoD and other intelligence agencies worldwide. FEDITC develops mission critical national security systems throughout the world directly supporting the Warfighter, DoD Leadership, & the country. We are proud & honored to provide these services.

Overview of position:

FEDITC seeks a Security Systems administrator, Journeyman to direct Security Infrastructure Operations for the DFAS Common Computing Environment (CCE). This lead provides the day-to-day operations of security infrastructure devices including firewalls, IDS/IPS, web proxies, and Zero Trust technologies while ensuring continuous monitoring and rapid incident response.

A United States Citizenship and an active Top Secret/SCI DoD Security Clearance is required to be considered for this position.

On-site presence required at designated location

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Security Infrastructure Operations staff delivering 24/7 security device operations and monitoring
• Manage installation, configuration, and operation of security infrastructure devices including firewalls, IPS/IDS, DNSSEC, reverse proxies, web proxies, and load balancers
• Direct continuous security infrastructure monitoring for threat detection and incident response
• Oversee network traffic analysis and troubleshooting of access issues involving DFAS security devices
• Coordinate STIG application, security patching, and CTO implementation for all managed security devices
• Manage vulnerability scanning, compliance reporting, and IAVM timelines for security infrastructure
• Provide Tier II-level customer service for security-related issues affecting DFAS mission operations
• Develop and maintain operational documentation including SOPs, monitoring procedures, and incident response guides
• Coordinate with CSSP Engineering and IA teams on security incidents, changes, and compliance requirements
• Support project management for security infrastructure initiatives and technology refresh efforts
• Ensure documentation and audit readiness for all security operations activities

Required Experience/Skills:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in security infrastructure operations within DoD or Federal environments
• Expertise with enterprise firewall platforms (Palo Alto, Cisco ASA/Firepower)
• Experience operating and monitoring IDS/IPS, web proxies, reverse proxies, and load balancers
• Strong knowledge of network security protocols, DNS/DNSSEC, and traffic analysis techniques
• Experience applying DISA STIGs and managing IAVM compliance for security devices
• Demonstrated ability to lead operations teams in 24/7 environments with strict SLA requirements
• Experience with security monitoring tools (Splunk, endpoint security platforms)
• Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity policies, CTOs, and compliance requirements
• Strong troubleshooting skills for complex network security issues
• Ability to support COOP exercises and emergency operations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Palo Alto PCNSA/PCNSE or Cisco security certifications
• Splunk Core Certified User or Power User
• Experience with Zero Trust Network Architecture technologies
• DFAS or DoD financial system security operations experience
• Experience supporting classified (JWICS) network operations

Education:

• BA/BS Degree

Certifications:

• 441 Network Operations (NETOPS) Specialist Intermediate certifications
• Computing Environment (CE) certification required for privileged access roles
• Must obtain and maintain all mandatory DoD 8140 certifications

Clearance:

• Active Top Secret/ SCI clearance is required.
• Must be a United States Citizen and pass a background check.
• Maintain applicable security clearance(s) at the level required by the client and/or applicable certification(s) as requested by FEDITC and/or required by FEDITC’S Client(s)/Customer(s)/Prime contractor(s).

FEDITC, LLC. is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not employ AI tools in our decision-making processes. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran, FEDITC, LLC. ensures that all employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Our commitment to non-discrimination in employment extends to every location in which our company operates.

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