Cyber Systems Engineer

About the role

This position is available on behalf of our client and requires a DoD SECRET security clearance. The role involves helping automate the process for hardening, testing, verification, and documentation of systems, as well as supporting any issues arising from the fielded training systems at Eglin AFB.

Responsibilities

• Helping automate the process for hardening, testing, verification, and documentation of systems.
• Patching of the systems – they use WSUS and Ivanti.
• Supporting any issues that may arise from the fielded training systems at Eglin AFB.

Requirements

• Linux (open to different versions).
• Windows Patching – WSUS and Ivanti.
• Secret Clearance minimum (interim acceptable).

Qualifications

• DoD SECRET security clearance, and ability to maintain the security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline (such as Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering), or equivalent experience/combined education, with 5 years of professional experience; or 3 years of professional experience with a related master’s degree.
• 5+ years of technical systems engineering experience with DoD systems.
• A desire to learn, grow, and share knowledge in the cybersecurity domain.
• DoD 8570 approved baseline certification for IAT Level II (IE CompTIA Security+, GSEC SSCP, CCNA-Security) or ability to achieve certification within 6 months.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently, demonstrate excellent problem-solving abilities, be well organized, flexible, and self-motivated.
• Ability to communicate effectively within cross-functional teams (Systems Engineers, Software Developers, System Administrators, and Information Systems Security Managers).

Skills

• Linux (open to different versions).
• Windows Patching – WSUS and Ivanti.
• DoD 8570 approved baseline certification for IAT Level II (IE CompTIA Security+, GSEC SSCP, CCNA-Security).
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Well organized and flexible.
• Effective communication skills within cross-functional teams.

Benefits

Everforth Apex offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans, an ESPP (employee stock purchase program), a 401K program with a company match, a Health Savings Account (HSA) on the HDHP plan, a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program, and other discounts. Professional development includes an on-demand training program, access to certification prep, a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars, and certification discounts and other perks to associations like CompTIA and IIBA. The company also has a dedicated customer service team for benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.

Pay

$50-70/hr. W2

Schedule

12-24 months, with high potential to extend and/or convert to full-time.

Contact

Please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178 for more information about the position and benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.