Endpoint Security Solution (ESS) Administrator - Active Secret Clearance

Responsibilities

• Implement, install, and troubleshoot ESS and C2C systems.
• Develop custom content, monitor system health, perform upgrades, and ensure operational readiness of physical and virtual appliances.
• Monitor and tune systems according to DoD policies, ensuring compliance with security and compliance standards.
• Proactively analyze systems for discrepancies and shortfalls, and make engineering recommendations for complex resolutions.
• Participate in monthly program office meetings, assess cybersecurity posture, and collaborate with other cybersecurity professionals.
• Develop and implement training programs for network operations personnel on ESS and C2C usage.
• Perform event analysis using Splunk.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of all system configurations and changes.
• Manage incident responses according to the USINDOPACOM Cyber Incident Response Plan.
• Perform regular operations and maintenance of ESS components.
• Ensure all systems are compliant with DoD Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) requirements.
• Occasionally work after hours and weekends to support service outages.
• Provide a Monthly Status Report to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)-appointed Technical Assistant (TA).

Qualifications

• IAW DoD 8140.03-M, must meet Intermediate Proficiency Level qualifications.
• Minimum of four (4) years of system or network administration experience, with at least one (1) year of CND or SOC experience.
• Minimum of one (1) year of system administration experience with Forescout, ESS, or other endpoint security systems.
• Must have one or more relevant CND certifications; CISSP, CASP, OSCP, CySA+, CEH, or GCIH.
• Must have experience managing and administering ESS Endpoint Protection Components as a global administrator for multiple sites.
• Possess expert level knowledge of Windows operating systems and intermediate-level knowledge of Linux operating systems.
• Experience identifying and applying applicable security requirements (STIGS, IAVAs, and CTOs) to DoD systems.
• Experience administering ACLs for local and/or network firewalls.
• Demonstrated experience of strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Forescout and ESS system administrator training certificates of completion are required in the first 60 days of employment.
• Minimum High School Diploma/GED.
• Active secret clearance required.