WIDS Operations Specialist I

Amentum; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a WIDS Specialist Level I to provide technical support for Wireless Intrusion Detection System operations on the Skywalker program. Under senior WIDS personnel, you will assist in administering Bastille, monitor threats, and support M&R activities to ensure DoD/IC compliance.

The role requires knowledge of Bastille WIDS, RF theory, and wireless protocols, plus strong analytic and communication skills. You may travel worldwide and will work on a geographically separated team.

Qualifications

• Baseline knowledge of RF theory and wireless protocols.
• Familiarity with wireless security monitoring or TSCM concepts.
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn WIDS technologies, monitoring procedures, and security policies.
• Ability to travel worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day WIDS operations using the Bastille platform.
• Monitor wireless environments and assist in identifying unauthorized RF activity.
• Assist with M&R activities and incident reporting.
• Operate wireless monitoring and direction-finding equipment under the guidance of senior personnel.
• Maintain operational documentation, logs, and reporting records.
• Coordinate with WIDS Specialists and engineering teams to support system operations.
• Follow established operating procedures and security requirements.
• Support system deployments, testing, and operational readiness activities.

Skills

RF theory

Wireless protocols

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Bastille WIDS

RF monitoring equipment

Job description

Amentum is seeking a WIDS Specialist Level I to provide technical support for Wireless Intrusion Detection System operations on the Skywalker program. Under senior WIDS personnel, you will assist in administering Bastille, monitor threats, and support M&R activities to ensure DoD/IC compliance.

The role requires knowledge of Bastille WIDS, RF theory, and wireless protocols, plus strong analytic and communication skills. You may travel worldwide and will work on a geographically separated team.