RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the team in architecture, design, implementation, support, maintenance, and expansion of security management tools such as
  • Tenable Security Center
  • Tenable Nessus Manager
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • Forescount CounterACT
  • Palo Alto Firewalls
  • Palo Alto Cortex XDR
  • Microsoft Defender
  • Splunk Enterprise
  • Cisco Secure Email Gateway
  • Infoblox DNS
• Deployment, configuration, maintenance and patching, troubleshooting or problem resolution, security remediation, and decommission of Linux and Windows servers in both physical and virtual environments
• Creating SQL Queries to provide ad-hoc reports, analysis and datasets
• Hands-on administrative and operational experience with some of the following technologies or skill areas:
  • DHS Continuous Diagnostic and Mitigation (CDM) Desired State Inventory
  • Plan of Action and Milestone (POA&M) management
  • Disaster Recover and Agency Contingency Planning
  • Vulnerability and Configuration Compliance Scanning and Assessments
  • Technical writing of security compliance and assessment documentation
  • Creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS)
  • Security Log Management and Analysis
  • Application Security
  • Data Loss Prevention System Administration
  • Endpoint Security and Advanced Threat Protection
  • DNS/DNSSEC Administration
  • Email Security
  • Intrusion Prevention/Detection System Administration
  • Packet Capture and Protocol Analysis
  • Security Policy Enforcement
  • Web-filtering and Web Content Security
  • Encryption
  • Two-Factor Authentication

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in security solutions, implementation, support, and maintenance
• Knowledge of network management tools
• Ability to obtain a PUBLIC TRUST
• Bachelor’s degree and/or a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in new and related older technology that directly relates to the required area of experience.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills

We are seeking a Security Engineer to join our team.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Rockville, MD (Telework possible)

• Type of environment: Office/Remote

• Noise level: Low

   

• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.

• Amount of Travel: Less than 10%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to grip, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds.

The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

• Must be a United States citizen. 
• Must be able to obtain an NRC IT Level I/II.  

WAGE INFORMATION

Target salary range: $150,000.00 - $170,000.00. The range displayed is an estimate only and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements.  The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees. 

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

Many positions require specific certifications and/or the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants who accept an offer of employment may be subject to investigations performed by TekSynap and/or the Government to verify the candidate meets the required qualifications and other eligibility requirements.