Sr Computer Network Defense Security Engineer

Description

Job Description:

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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

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We are in search for  a Computer Network Defense (CND) Security Engineer - Active TS/SCI Required to work at our customer site at the National Maritime Intelligence Center, Suitland, MD. In this role you will provide specialized Cyber Security and Information Technology (IT) support for IT resources and users, underpinning Scientific and Technical Intelligence (S&TI) analysis and production across the Farragut Technical Analysis Center at the Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI).  

THE MISSION

To support the creation and maintenance of system Authority to Operate (ATO) designations for all IT assets in TAC, which includes standard and specialized computer systems, commercial and government applications, and specialized mission equipment, applications and software.  

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

THE CHALLENGE (Primary Responsibilities)

•Act as the CND SME, participate in Cybersecurity policy implementation meetings and briefings, and develop, provide, and deliver technical, operator, and customer training and briefings. 

•Recommend and ensure TAC Mission Systems are in full compliance with all applicable security accreditation or authorization requirements and best practices as prescribed by Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), Department of Defense (DoD), Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), Navy, and Naval Intelligence Activity (NIA), and ONI authorities.

•Conduct and report results of security-related analyses, evaluations, risk assessments, and other activities supporting requirements to update or establish new Mission Systems or Mission Applications requested by TAC Functional Lead(s).  

•Ensure identified specialized IT systems comply with appropriate IT security Assessment and Authorization (A&A) requirements and best practices as prescribed by Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), DoD, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), and local authorities.  

•Create, modify and perform automated security scans, using Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) compliant current or emerging automated tools such as DISA Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS); Windows Automated Security Scanning Program (WASSP); Security Scanner (SECSCN); and the CIS Benchmark.  

•Ensure TAC Firewall, Intrusion Protection and Intrusion Detection Systems are configured, operational and maintained in accordance with ATO requirements and cyber security policies and standards.  

•Coordinate across multiple teams (internal and external) and influence Farragut leadership regarding solution design, process and/or approaches to ensuring all TAC Mission systems are compliant, up-to-date, working efficiently and ensure all mission requirements are met.

WHAT SETS YOU APART (minimum job qualifications)

-Active TS/SCI

-CompTIA Security+ ce 

-Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification

-BS/BA IA, CS or equivalent with 12+ years of related work experience.  Additional years of related work experience considered in lieu of degree 

-Proficiency with HBSS and deploying new McAfee policies to the environment

-Proficiency with setup, implementation and management of firewalls, Network IPS, & a Network HIDS.

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About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500® technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company’s 46,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $14.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2022.  For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.