Security Systems Administrator, Journeyman
About The Position
FEDITC, LLC is seeking a Security Systems Administrator, Journeyman to provide network security infrastructure support for DFAS operations and help ensure the reliability, security, and compliance of critical systems. The role supports security infrastructure at DFAS locations, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, DNSSEC, reverse and web proxies, and Zero Trust technologies. Work includes monitoring, network traffic analysis, Tier II customer support, vulnerability assessment, secure configuration verification, and implementing changes in accordance with DoD and DFAS cybersecurity requirements. Applicants must be United States citizens with an active Top Secret DoD security clearance and must pass a background check. The position requires maintaining applicable clearances and certifications at the level required by the client, FEDITC, or their partners. FEDITC states its commitment to equal employment opportunity and an inclusive workplace.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of network/systems administration experience.
- DoD 8140 Work Role 441 Network Operations Specialist qualification.
- Experience administering firewalls.
- Knowledge of IDS/IPS systems.
- Experience with DNS/DNSSEC.
- Familiarity with web proxies and content filtering.
- Network monitoring and troubleshooting skills.
- Understanding of DISA STIG requirements.
- Experience with ticketing systems.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
- CompTIA Security+ or Cisco CCNA/CCNP certification.
- United States citizenship.
- Active Top Secret DoD security clearance.
- Must pass a background check.
Nice To Haves
- Security X or CISSP certification.
- Cisco CCNA/CCNP certification.
- Experience with DFAS security infrastructure.
- Prior DoD security operations experience.
- Experience with Zero Trust technologies.
- Splunk or SIEM experience.
Responsibilities
- Support Security Team network security operations at all DFAS locations.
- Provide operational support for firewalls, IPS/IDS, DNSSEC, reverse proxies, web proxies, and Zero Trust Network Architecture technologies.
- Perform security infrastructure monitoring.
- Analyze network traffic to troubleshoot access issues.
- Provide Tier II-level customer service for security infrastructure.
- Follow directions from DoD CERT for security operations.
- Verify secure configurations using SRRs and security scans, including ACAS and MECM.
- Report non-compliance and vulnerabilities through POA&M, AOR, or SOL.
- Implement the change control process for security infrastructure.
- Configure hardware and software to meet DoD and DFAS compliance requirements.
- Maintain applicable security clearances and certifications as required by the client, FEDITC, or their partners.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
