• As the most technical member of the team, responsible for applying advanced knowledge to perform technical evaluation of IT products and services. This specifically includes test and implement operational and technical security controls to ensure compatibility with organizational standards, business rules, and mission needs
• Monitor the status of tasks and projects related to the infrastructure and operations support by interfacing with the datacenter operations manager and team on all aspects of testing, design, change control, piloting and implementation of systems and applications
• Compile reports, provided input to create standard operating procedures, project plans, and work breakdown structures for final implementations of approved projects as well as creates plans for operational support and provide operational support as necessary
• Provide asset management of devices in conventional, stand-alone, and cloud environments
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain configurations (hardware and software) to ensure their confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Manage accounts, devices, and patches/updates on
• Windows workstations and mobile devices. Responsible for access control, and account creation and administration
• Develop PowerShell scripts to automate tasks and securely provision systems
• Develop and document secure baseline configuration settings across various technologies
• Develop and implement system recovery and back-up strategy
• Work closely with vendors to evaluate security plans and documentation; recommend security control implementation and mitigations
• Test release of products to minimize user impact and ensure compatibility
• Complete vulnerability scanning and evaluation of assets and implement corrective actions
• Complete review of system and application configuration settings using automated and manual methods
• Work closely with information assurance support personnel to complete system security plans and documentation, support FISMA and/or FedRAMP A&A processes, implement continuous monitoring processes, and meet OIG policy requirements

Requirements

• 10 years’ experience of system administration and recommending and implementing security controls
• Strong knowledge of systems and networking software, hardware, and networking protocols.
• Ability to evaluate and configure vendor products for optimal functionality and security.
• Strong background in traditional and non-traditional IT infrastructure technologies and secure implementations in a Microsoft environment
• Experience in host-based and network-based security tools, analyzing alerts, and initiating incident response processes
• Experience with cloud environments (Infrastructure and Software as a service)
• Experience in recommending and implementing security controls for non-traditional IT systems and devices to meet the desired outcome to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems and data.
• Demonstrated experience working with security information management (SIM) and/or security information and event management (SIEM), user behavior analysis (UBA), anti-malware tools
• Experience in writing customer PowerShell scripts
• Understanding of threats specifically related to mobile users and mobile devices
• Desired certifications: CompTIA Security+, Linux or Microsoft IT certifications
• Must have an active Secret Security Clearance

Benefits

Benefits Include:

• Covers 100% of employee benefit premiums, including Medical (PPO or HDHP Option), Vision, Dental
• Matching 401K
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• Professional Development/Education Reimbursement
• Parking and Transit Benefits for NY, NJ, ATL, and DC Metro areas

Other Duties:

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.

Salary Compensation: $165,000-$170,000

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans