WIDS Specialist Level I

Amentum•Chantilly, VA

1d•$101,000 - $121,000•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum/Secure Networking Solutions is seeking a WIDS Specialist Level I to provide technical support for Wireless Intrusion Detection System (WIDS) operations supporting Amentum’s Skywalker program. Under the guidance of senior WIDS personnel, this role assists with administering the Bastille WIDS platform, Monitoring & Response (M&R) activities, analyzing wireless threats, and supporting compliance with DoD and IC requirements. The position calls for an understanding of the Bastille WIDS system, DoD/IC wireless protocols, RF theory, and the national and DoD directives, orders, regulations, and instructions governing WIDS activities. Strong coordination and communication skills are important because the role works on a geographically separated team. Employment is contingent upon contract award, business needs, security clearance verification, and funding availability. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The work environment is an office setting, though installing sensors and wiring may require climbing ladders and lifting up to 20 pounds. Worldwide travel is required. A TS/SCI with Poly security clearance is required. The minimum education is a bachelor’s degree, with one year of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The role supports Amentum’s safety, quality, and procedure-compliance policies. Compensation is listed at $101,000–$121,000. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays; retirement benefits including 401(k) matching; educational reimbursement; parental leave; an employee stock purchase plan; tax-saving options; disability and life insurance; and pet insurance. Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements.

Requirements

Baseline knowledge of RF theory and wireless protocols.
Familiarity with wireless security monitoring or TSCM concepts.
Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to learn WIDS technologies, monitoring procedures, and security policies.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Ability to travel worldwide.
TS/SCI with Poly security clearance.
Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting technical security, wireless monitoring, or related operational environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support day-to-day WIDS operations using the Bastille platform.
Monitor wireless environments and assist in identifying unauthorized RF activity.
Assist with Monitoring & Response activities and incident reporting.
Operate wireless monitoring and direction-finding equipment under the guidance of senior personnel.
Maintain operational documentation, logs, and reporting records.
Coordinate with WIDS Specialists and engineering teams to support system operations.
Follow established operating procedures and security requirements.
Support system deployments, testing, and operational readiness activities.
Complete applicable safety training and responsibilities, participate in emergency response tasks as appropriate, and serve on safety committees and teams as needed.
Comply with the Amentum Quality Policy, applicable quality-system documents, and customer contracts.
Read, understand, and implement operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of applicable plans, procedures, and policies.