Network Security Specialist III - Level III

Information Systems Solutions (ISS) is looking for a candidate to provide enterprise Information Technology Engineering for a variety of virtualized Windows and Linux systems that support the Security Operations Center and Computer Network Defense of a US Government Customer. The selected candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining Linux workstations, supporting the DEVOPS pipeline for CeDAR and NETREG, managing and maintaining the scanning and other security related server infrastructure, assisting with STIGing and maintaining Windows workstations.

100% onsite

Specific job duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Perform testing and integration of new technologies and capabilities into the SOC and CND infrastructure.
• Engineer enterprise security appliances in collaboration with Perimeter Defense, Vulnerability Assessment, and Compliance Teams
• Windows 10, RedHat Linux 7, and Server 2012/2016 system administration
• Implement STIG requirements and maintain STIG checklists
• Maintain HBSS and ACAS compliance on all network security infrastructure devices
• Create and manage virtual machines and snapshots in the vSphere environment
• Support deployment and management of network security assets with the use of tools such as Ansible, Python, Bash, etc.

Why Work For ISS?

At Information Systems Solutions (ISS), we pride ourselves on providing an employee-focused and family first environment. Being a small business, we take the time to get to know our employees and have a vested interest in helping them achieve their career goals. We work to schedule regular social gathering to foster camaraderie within the company. ISS values their employees by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes a fully vested 401(k) matching program, coverage of family medical deductibles, spot bonuses, and educational assistance to further your career.

Clearance Level

• Secret

Education

• Bachelors Degree (additional experience may be substituted for a degree)

Certifications (IAT Level II)

• Cisco Certified Network Associate - Security (CCNA Security)
• CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CompTIA CySA+ CE)
• GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GIAC GICSP)
• CompTIA Security+ CE
• GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
• EC-Council Certified Network Defender (EC-Council CND)
• GIAC System Security Certified Practitioner (GIAC SSCP)

-AND- one of the following (or a certification from a higher IAT level):

• Microsoft MCSA or equivalent training
• Linux+ or equivalent training

Required Skills

• Linux experience (preferably RedHat certified)
• Experience with AWS and Azure
• Experience with Ansible
• Experience with Elastic (preferably Elastic certified)
• Experience with DEVOPS

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of ITIL processes and ITIL Certification
• Experience with the IAVM process