Senior Cybersecurity Network Defense Administrator

JANUS Research Group • Radford, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is contingent upon contract award. Candidates must have an active Secret clearance and verify, before applying, that you meet the minimum requirements of the position. JANUS Research Group is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Network Defense Administrator to support the IT Services and Support (ITSS) requirements for the U.S. Army Product Lead Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology Enterprise Systems and Services (PL ALTESS) requirement, in support of the Program Executive Office Enterprise (PEO Enterprise) in Radford, VA. The Senior Cybersecurity Network Defense Administrator will be responsible for performing a variety of network defense activities in accordance with established guidelines and best practices. The role includes managing ACAS infrastructure, configuration, scanning, reporting, and analysis activities in accordance with the DISA ACAS Best Practices Guide. The administrator will also manage Army Endpoint Security Solution (AESS) Site Reviewer activities, DISA Whitelist, and PKI Tokens. Additionally, the role involves performing STIG Compliance scanning and reporting, providing Ports, Protocols, & Services Management (PPSM) support, and reviewing proposed configuration changes for security impact. The administrator will handle in-processing and out-processing tasks, manage updates to the designated training and certification tracking system, and participate in SW Assurance reviews to ensure ACAS findings are remediated or appropriately documented via eMASS POA&M.

Requirements

• Cybersecurity Certification (such as Security+/CISSP/etc.)
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
• 10 or more years experience with Cybersecurity and Network Defense related areas
• Experience with ACAS management, including infrastructure management, configuration, scanning, reporting, and analysis.
• Proficiency in managing Army Endpoint Security Solution (AESS) Site Reviewer activities.
• Experience with DISA Whitelist management.
• Knowledge of PKI Token management.
• Strong understanding of DoD STIGs and ability to perform STIG Compliance scanning and reporting.
• Experience providing Ports, Protocols, & Services Management (PPSM) support.
• Ability to review proposed configuration changes for security impact.
• Experience with inprocessing and out-processing tasks related to account management functions.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent years of experience.
• Familiarity with DISA ACAS Best Practices Guide and NETCOM policies.
• Familiarity with DISA Continuous Monitoring and Risk Scoring (CMRS).
• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Experience with Army enterprise monitoring tools and practices.
• Knowledge of security regulations and best industry practices.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with various Stakeholders.
• Experience with incident response activities.
• Understanding of Continuity of Operations Plans and Communication Plans.
• Experience with security compliance and control documentation.

Responsibilities

• Performing network defense activities
• Managing ACAS infrastructure, configuration, scanning, reporting, and analysis activities
• Managing Army Endpoint Security Solution (AESS) Site Reviewer activities
• Managing DISA Whitelist
• Managing PKI Tokens
• Performing STIG Compliance scanning and reporting
• Providing Ports, Protocols, & Services Management (PPSM) support
• Reviewing proposed configuration changes for security impact
• Handling in-processing and out-processing tasks
• Managing updates to the designated training and certification tracking system
• Participating in SW Assurance reviews to ensure ACAS findings are remediated or appropriately documented via eMASS POA&M

Benefits

• JANUS strives to provide opportunities for career growth through training and development.
• We also offer an attractive comprehensive benefit package to include health and welfare plans and financial products.
• As part of a total rewards program, employees can benefit from our referral bonus program, and other various employee awards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees