Cyber Security Engineer

Peraton

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Top Secret/SCI
Unspecified
Unspecified
IT - Security
Fort Huachuca, AZ (On-Site/Office)

About Peraton

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Responsibilities

System Management Branch. Part of DoDIN-A operations focus on multiple dispersed, independent/intra-dependent systems performing multiple functions (Operating System (OS), Hardware (HW), database, software applications, etc.) that are interoperable with other elements or systems to perform a function as part of a larger, more complex system. The GCC operates, monitors, sustains, and secures Enterprise directed systems throughout the GCC AOR and internal services.
• Sensor Operation and Management. The GCC uses network and host monitoring systems (IPS/IDS, SIEM, and other sensor systems) to monitor, detect, identify, verify, and report security events. Support the Government by installing, maintaining, deploying, managing, and hardening multiple types of Enterprise level sensor systems. Manage all NIPRNet and SIPRNet sensors within the CONUS Theater comprised of devices IAW TE 2 Services and Assets, with a growth of approximately 20% throughout the life of the task order. Perform advanced systems administration for the Enterprise sensor mission relative to platform architecture, configuration, lifecycle support, and technology refresh and infusion. Perform daily backups, implement system upgrades, and ensure system configurations/accounts/passwords conform to baseline standards.
• Operate, monitor, sustain, and secure the SIEM using the full capabilities of the application (e.g., logging all security events and performing event analysis). Historically, the SIEM aggregates 50 million security events per day from multiple sources including IPS, IDS, Firewalls, Proxies, Routers, HBSS, and server system logs. As technology evolves, other sources may be added (i.e. Active Directory domain controllers, DNS servers, etc.).
• Develop and document disaster recovery procedures for GCC managed sensors, including IPS/IDS, system baseline tools (e.g., ESM), host-based systems and agents, server managers, applications, and remote management systems. Disaster recovery procedures shall be stored in the current Government-approved data repository.
• Establish and maintain written procedures to set up, track, and document status and location of hardware and software for each baseline of sensors. Procedures shall be stored in the current Government-approved data repository.
• Coordinate with installation NECs or customer points of contact on sensor installation and troubleshooting. The Contractor shall maintain points of contact rosters for NECs or NEC-like entities that provide on-site technical support and update rosters as new information is received.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
  • 8 years with BS/BA; 6 years with MS/MA; 3 years with PhD
  • Certifications: Broadcom DXNetOps: Spectrum. DCWF code 521 Advanced: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA) or GIAC Cloud Security Essentials (GCLD) or GIAC Defensible Security Architecture (GDSA) or GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) or GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) or Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (ISSAP) or Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP)
  • Active TS/SCI Clearance
  • Ability to conduct vulnerability assessments and monitor networks to support test and operational environment requirements.
  • Solid understanding of data transport, encryption, networking, IT systems, and cybersecurity fundamentals.

Target Salary Range

$86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

EEO

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Veteran.

Our Values

Benefits

At Peraton, our benefits are designed to help keep you at your best beyond the work you do with us daily. We're fully committed to the growth of our employees. From fully comprehensive medical plans to tuition reimbursement, tuition assistance, and fertility treatment, we are there to support you all the way.
  • Paid Time-Off and Holidays
  • Retirement
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Career Development
  • Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Financing
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Additional Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Care
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Peraton drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted and highly differentiated national security solutions and technologies that keep people safe and secure. Peraton serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies across the intelligence, space, cyber, defense, civilian, health, and state and local markets. Every day, our employees do the can’t be done, solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Join Peraton and #DoTheCan'tBeDone

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Job Category
IT - Security
Clearance Level
Top Secret/SCI
Employer
Peraton