DescriptionSRC is continuing and expanding their support of the Navy's Computer Network Defense (CND) program, on a 5-year delivery order. The SRC team provides cutting-edge engineering, analysis, integration and life cycle sustainment support for the CND systems. The purpose of the Navy Computer Network Defense (CND) program is to augment CND capabilities and integrate them into the unique environments encountered by Navy forces. Navy CND is an integral part of the cyber defense posture, protecting the Navy's component of the Global Information Grid (GIG) from exploitation and strongly linking to critical infrastructure protection. SPAWAR Systems Center Atlantic requires resources to support the Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) and Integration activities for the Information Technology for the 21st Century (IT-21), and OCONUS Navy Enterprise Network (ONENET) networks, to enhance network and cyber security.
This team consists of numerous engineers and SME's tasked with finding the next solutions for CND systems. SRC is looking for qualified candidates for a challenging position on the Research and Development (R&D) Team.
Primary Duties:
- Providing network security design, installation, support, and system administration support for Computer Network Defense Systems (CNDS)
- Performing product testing, product evaluation and reviews, network design, and system development of Information Assurance (IA) and network systems
- Being self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and in a collaborative environment
- Being comfortable with the creation of in-depth, accurate technical documentation
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Requirements
- This position requires DoD 8570.1 IAT Level II certifications:
- Must have one of the following security certifications: GSEC, Security+, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP
- Must have a RedHat certification (RHCSA, RHCE, or similar)
- 10 years of experience in relevant technical field, to include: technology analysis and assessment, design definition, development of systems specification, systems analysis, systems architecture, systems/equipment integration, test & evaluation criteria, and logistics support of C5ISR requirements
Desired Skills
- Extensive experience in designing and securing Linux (specifically RedHat Enterprise) systems
- Extensive experience in automation solutions and scripting, to include at a minimum Ansible
- Experience designing and deploying the backend Ansible Automation Solution, in addition to authoring playbooks
- Experience utilizing DISA STIGs to harden and secure Linux systems
- Experience in designing, deploying, configuring and securing one or more of the following:
- RedHat Satellite patch management solution
- BIND DNS (or similar DNS server), utilizing DNSSEC
- Splunk (specifically the backend server infrastructure)
- Design, testing and validation experience on DoD-deployed systems
- A solid understanding of current operating system security design best practices
- Knowledge of CND ashore systems is a plus
- Knowledge of the RMF process and supporting deliverables is a plus
- Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and in a collaborative environment
- Knowledge of systems engineering activities and process improvement approaches strongly desired
- Comfortable with the creation of in-depth, accurate technical documentation
Clearance Information
SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL WITH TOP SECRET ELIGIBILITY
Travel Requirements
- Up to 25% travel, as required
