Cyber Security Engineer

About the role

Bowhead seeks a Cyber Security Engineer to support the High Performance Computing Modernization Program (HPCMP) Integrated Technical Services -Restricted (HITS-R) contract located in Vickburg, MS.

Responsibilities

• Provide systems engineering expertise in the design, integration, operation, and maintenance of cybersecurity infrastructure and capabilities.
• Define and employ documented procedures for sustainable, continued operations of enterprise Computer Network Defense capabilities, including centralized vulnerability/patch management processes for all systems.
• Work alongside Computer Network Defense (CND) Incident Responders and Warning Intelligence Analysts.
• Maintain the establishment of infrastructure services supporting cybersecurity environments such as directory services in support of authentication, networking monitoring services, domain name services, virtual hosting infrastructure, etc.
• Support the functionality of an environment designed to foster cybersecurity research, development, and operations.
• Develop interface specifications for use within the enclave environments.
• Ensure that enclave systems and network designs support the incorporation of DoD-directed vulnerability solutions, e.g. IAVA requirements.
• Apply and maintain cybersecurity for systems; Utilize defense-in-depth strategies and methods to harden systems and networks (e.g. blocking/filtering, IDS/IPS, A/V, logical separation of management traffic, content detonation and automated analysis, and DISA SRG/STIG compliance).
• Interface with both cybersecurity operations and project personnel in order to formulate engineering requirements, and seek concurrence in satisfying stated objectives.
• Maintain a schedule for upcoming software and hardware upgrades and follow procedures for regularly scheduled maintenance and, in the instances necessary, ad hoc or emergency maintenance.
• Ensure secure backup of systems and data through formally documented backup plan, accurate and up-to-date listing of systems to be backed up, proper storing and labeling of completed backups.
• Lead the overall design, engineering, integration, operation and maintenance of a defense-in-depth strategy for cybersecurity infrastructure.

Requirements

• Possess BS/A degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Must have a CompTIA Security+ CE certificate (IAT Level II) and a Certified Ethical Hacker (CND-IS) certificate prior to starting.
• A minimum of five (5) years of Linux and Networking experience, three (3) years' experience with IDS, IPS and Host Based Security Solutions is required.
• Possess the necessary technical skills to lead the overall design, engineering, integration, operation and maintenance of a defense-in-depth strategy for cybersecurity infrastructure.
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively, interpret regulatory guidance and identified vulnerabilities to a wide audience.
• Presentation and strong public speaking skills are required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
• Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically

Security Clearance Requirements

• Must currently hold a security clearance at the Top Secret level, may be required to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance upon hire.
• US Citizenship is a requirement for Top Secret clearance at this location.