Senior UNIX/VM Systems Analyst — Cyber Operations

Socket.dev; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev supports the Air Force Cyber Assessment Team (AFCAT) in the 688th Cyberspace Wing by performing Cyber Operational Readiness Assessments (CORA) at Air Force locations worldwide. The role strengthens DOWIN security posture, helps commanders harden systems, and reduces attack surfaces through focused CORA activities.

The candidate will perform Unix and network assessments, maintain SFPC/CASP certifications, and coordinate with base personnel to deliver risk summaries and action plans.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) +5 years of experience, or 8+ years of related experience

Responsibilities

• Determine focus areas for training and entry into CORA program
• Maintain SFPC certification and complete required assessments
• Ensure certification requirements are up to date with multiple assessments per technology area
• Coordinate with system administrators for Unix assessments and action plans
• Complete assessment checklists and Virtual Environment Assessments
• Participate in teleconferences with base leadership to communicate risk
• Provide feedback on process updates and travel arrangements as needed

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

UNIX OS

VMware

Web Server

DNS

Databases

Job description

Socket.dev supports the Air Force Cyber Assessment Team (AFCAT) in the 688th Cyberspace Wing by performing Cyber Operational Readiness Assessments (CORA) at Air Force locations worldwide. The role strengthens DOWIN security posture, helps commanders harden systems, and reduces attack surfaces through focused CORA activities.

The candidate will perform Unix and network assessments, maintain SFPC/CASP certifications, and coordinate with base personnel to deliver risk summaries and action plans.