Mid-Level InfoSec Security Engineer (Focus On Network Security)

ProSidian Consulting•Washington, DC

22h•Onsite

About The Position

ProSidian seeks a Mid-Level InfoSec Security Engineer (Focus On Network Security) Consultant focusing on Cyber-Security/Information Security (INFOSEC) and IT Effectiveness Solution related issues, to support and maintain the Information Technology (IT) and Service Support Structures on behalf of a Federal Agency INFOSEC Directorate. INFOSEC provides a wide range of information security support services to client Members, Committees, Leadership Offices, and staff. The primary objective is to ensure the continued operation of the systems that protect the Client Agency network against unauthorized access, modification of data, and malicious activity. These systems require continuous management and monitoring to ensure they are functioning as expected and to analyze and respond to alerts as they occur. The selected Mid-Level InfoSec Security Engineer (Focus On Network Security) Consultant will work collaboratively as part of a team of six personnel for on-site support to work The Federal Agency INFOSEC Directorate. This position may require the ability to work shifts, and be on-call, to provide 24/7 technical support for the Client Agency Information Security Technology Infrastructure. DESCRIPTION OF WORK: The Client Agency has established a security architecture consisting of high availability, load balanced systems providing the necessary protection required for The Client Agency assets. The On-Site Mid-Level InfoSec Security Engineer (Focus On Network Security) Consultant will primarily provide support to INFOSEC as described above, Monday-Friday excluding Federal holidays, during an eight-hour shift. This position may require the ability to work alternate hours as required to provide technical support for The Client Agency information security technology infrastructure. This position may require travel on an as-needed basis. Travel time should be less than 4% of the period of performance. IDEAL CANDIDATE CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS/EXPERIENCE: In addition to the requirements and ability to provide the services listed, the ideal Mid-Level InfoSec Security Engineer (Focus On Network Security) candidate meets the below requirements:

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree a computer-related field plus 5 years of professional experience or equivalent work experience.
Demonstrated experience and advanced knowledge of security systems analysis, testing, and documentation
Knowledge of virtual environments, network operating systems, mobile device environments, and data encryption methods
Demonstrated expertise in communication protocols, network operating systems, servers, firewall implementation, Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) and Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS) Systems, and advanced malware detection systems. The required IPS/IDPS Systems are network security appliances that monitor network or system activities for malicious activity.
Must be able to multi-task and work independently on moderate to complex assignments using independent professional discretion and judgment as well as transition quickly between projects with minimal supervision
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with elected officials, senior staff, information systems professionals, and technical and non-technical users
Ability to comprehend and integrate complex computer technology and software into an effective information systems security program. Must have the ability to verify the solution meets the requirements
Unless otherwise stated, a minimum of a secret security clearance preferred,
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, users, contractors, and vendors

Nice To Haves

One or more of the following Certifications preferred (CISSP, GIAC, EnCE, CCE, CEH)

Responsibilities

Monitoring security systems including IDS and firewalls
Monitoring mobile threat platforms
Conducting analysis of active and potential virtual server problems, and providing recommendations for their resolution
Review and revise security procedures and policies as needed
Assist in the analysis of correlated events and their resolution
Provide general security-relevant services required to support INFOSEC
Configure and optimize security configurations for network hubs, routers, and switches (e.g., higher-level protocols, tunneling, etc.)
Diagnose cybersecurity impacts to network connectivity problems
Expand or modify security configurations of network infrastructure to serve new purposes or improve workflow
Implement new system design procedures, test procedures, and quality standards that maximizes cybersecurity functionalities of networking components
Install, secure, and maintain network infrastructure device operating system software (e.g., IOS, firmware, etc.)
Install or replace network hubs, routers, and switches
Integrate securely new systems into existing network architecture
Monitor network capacity and performance for impact to cybersecurity operations
Identify and monitor the patching of network vulnerabilities to ensure information is safeguarded against outside parties
Provide feedback on network cybersecurity requirements, including network architecture and infrastructure
Knowledge of VPN security
Propose new technologies or procedures that could be used to advance the ability to detect and mitigate malicious activity
Perform other official duties as assigned