Principal Systems Engineer

    • Node.Digital
  • Dulles, VA
  • Posted 13 days ago | Updated 13 days ago

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

Data loss prevention
Attention to detail
Risk management framework
Security clearance
Network operations
Web applications
Design architecture
Problem solving
Soft skills
Federated identity
Cloud security
Access control
Endpoint protection
Intrusion detection
Log analysis
Malware analysis
Packet analysis
EMC RSA Security
McAfee ePO
Systems engineering
Computer science
Computer engineering
Information systems
Online training
Design
Cloud computing
Amazon Web Services
SIEM
Firewall
Virtual private network
DNS
IDS
IPS
Proxies
Data
Analytical skill
Evaluation
Testing
Cyber security
Honesty
Linux
RBAC
Authentication
Authorization
Virtual private cloud
WAF
Agile
Network
Management
Roadmaps
Available-to-promise
RMF
Analytics
Netwitness
Symantec
Blue Coat
CyberArk
FireEye
Cisco
Sourcefire
Imperva
Nessus
Splunk
PKI
DoDAF
Automation
IMPACT
FOCUS

Job Details

Principal Systems Engineer

Location: Dulles, VA

Must have an active Secret Security Clearance

Node is supporting a U.S. Government customer on a large mission-critical development and sustainment program to design, build, deliver, and operate a network operations environment including introducing new cyber capabilities to address emerging threats.

The Senior Cloud Architect must display superb understanding and be knowledgeable with a multitude of technologies including; AWS, SIEM, firewalls, web application firewalls, VPNs, DNS, Data Loss Prevention, IDS/IPS, and proxies, to name a few. Develops security systems for any manual or automated systems environments.

Responsible for ensuring the logging of mission and organizational data against unauthorized disclosure, accidental or intentional loss of data, or unauthorized modification. The successful Senior Cloud Architect will be comfortable working with a variety of different tools and appliances, security problems, and troubleshooting various complex issues.

The successful candidate applies current analytical and logical thinking to the design, architecture, development, evaluation, testing, and integration of computer systems, appliances, and networks involving the architecture and implementation of CyberSecurity tools in a hybrid environment. Attention to detail, honesty, out-of-the-box thinking with a problem-solving mindset, being able to work under pressure, and being able to deliver on tight delivery schedules are recommended soft skills.

Requirements

Required Skills:

An active Secret security clearance is required with the eligibility to obtain a TS/SCI. TS/SCI is preferred.

Must be able to obtain DHS suitability prior to starting employment

This is a hybrid position

8+ years of directly relevant experience.

Must have hands-on experience with AWS and Linux in a production environment.

Knowledge of Federated Identity, RBAC, authentication & authorization solutions, etc.

Working Knowledge of secure-cloud configuration, (e.g., CloudTrail, AWS Config), cloud-security technologies (e.g., VPC, Security Groups), and Access Control (IAM).

Hands-on experience with security, such as NGFW, WAF, SIEM, and endpoint security.

Ability to work in a fast-paced agile environment

Experience and/or familiarity with the following network protection devices: Firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), log analysis, malware analysis, network traffic flow and packet analysis

Manage technology roadmaps with each product and propose briefs and reports to elaborate on recommended actions based on best practices

Support system accreditation efforts (ATP, ATO) by generating Risk Management Framework (RMF) artifacts

Desired Skills:

Familiarity with one or more of the following: RSA Security Analytics (NetWitness), Symantec Bluecoat, CyberArk, ForeScout CounterAct, McAfee ePO, CrowdStrike, FireEye, Cisco FirePower (SourceFire), RedSeal, SecureSphere Imperva, Tenable Nessus, Splunk, PKI, chain of trust, and certificates.

Understanding and application of DoDAF and Model Based System Engineering (MBSE)

Required Education:

BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, OR Computer Systems Engineering. Two years of related work experience may be substituted for each year of degree-level education.

Company Overview:

Node.Digital is an independent Digital Automation & Cognitive Engineering company that integrates best-of-breed technologies to accelerate business impact.

Our Core Values help us in our mission. They include:

OUR CORE VALUES

Identifying the~RIGHT PEOPLE~and developing them to their full capabilities

Our customer's "Mission" is our "Mission". Our~MISSION FIRST~approach is designed to keep our customers fully engaged while becoming their trusted partner

We believe in~SIMPLIFYING~complex problems with a relentless focus on agile delivery excellence

Our mantra is "~Simple*Secure*Speed~" in the delivery of innovative services and solutions

Benefits

We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to include:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Basic Life
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Health Saving Account
  • 401K
  • Three weeks of PTO
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Pre-Approved Online Training