Junior Cyber Security System Administrator

Torch Technologies, Inc.•Huntsville, AL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Torch Technologies is seeking a Junior Cyber Security System Administrator in anticipation of a funding award. This role is focused on the installation, configuration, security, and maintenance of approved versions of United States Department of War commercial off-the-shelf suite of software applications used within the DOW to monitor, detect, and defend DOW computer networks and systems. The position involves testing and evaluating new/updated endpoint products, developing and implementing plans for patches and updates, and creating and tuning policy exemptions for various security systems. The administrator will maintain the security status of the Patriot Testbed Enclave infrastructure, develop TTPs for software operations, and participate in the change management process. Responsibilities also include conducting risk and vulnerability assessments, researching and recommending new security tools, and assisting in the implementation of government policies like the Risk Management Framework (RMF).

Requirements

U.S Citizenship.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
0-8+ years of relevant experience.
Active CompTIA Security+ certification or ability to obtain certification within 6 months of hire date.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft and Linux Server Operating Systems.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience with United States Department of War commercial off-the-shelf software applications and ACAS.
Experience with RSA Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
Familiar with DISA STIG and U.S. Cyber Command OPORD requirements.
Familiar with best Business practice for networks and administration of United States Department of Defense commercial off-the-shelf software applications.
Experience supporting Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation (C&A) and associated IA processes, procedures, and activities with capability and expertise to implement.
Currently certified Microsoft Windows.

Responsibilities

Test and evaluate new/updated end point products before approval.
Develop and implement plans to apply patches, hot fixes, and other critical updates as needed.
Develop and maintain policies and tasks for all related endpoint products.
Create and tune policy exemptions for Host Intrusion Prevention, Endpoint Security and Data Loss Prevention.
Maintain security status of Patriot Testbed Enclave infrastructure, including OS and STIG compliance.
Develop Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs) for Operation and Maintenance of United States Department of War commercial off-the-shelf software applications.
Participate in Change Management process as required for all software-related changes.
Conducts risk and vulnerability assessment at the network, system, and application level.
Involved in a wide range of security issues including architecture, firewalls, electronic data traffic, and network access.
Researches, evaluates, and recommends new security tools, techniques, and technologies and introduces them to the enterprise in alignment with IT security strategy.
Utilizes COTS/GOTS and custom tools and processes/procedures to scan, identify, contain, mitigate, and remediate vulnerabilities, and intrusions.
Assists in the implementation of the required government policy (i.e., Risk Management Framework (RMF) and makes recommendations on process tailoring.
Performs analysis to validate established security requirements and to recommend additional security requirements and safeguards.