Principal Cyber Security Engineer (TS/SCI CI Poly)

GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation's top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk.

An active Top Secret / SCI clearance with polygraph is required for consideration for hire for this role. Work is to be performed 100% onsite with our Government Customer.

What You'll Get To Do:

As a Principal Cyber Security Engineer with a focus as a Cross Domain Solutions Engineer, you'll deploy Enterprise Cross Domain Solutions and engineer and deploy capabilities to provide new functionality, improve system performance/availability, and for generating efficiencies in the maintenance of the operational environment.

You'll also:

• Provide Tier 3/4 maintenance support for deployed CDS technologies.
• Demonstrate competency working hands-on in Linux based environments, troubleshooting onsite technical issues, using and configuring one-way diode solutions to deliver critical customer driver requirements.
• Leverage standard networking concepts to support the design and implementation of networked systems to include failover, co-op, and load balancing as well as interoperability with other components within the enterprise.
• Supports Assessment and Authorization activities related to CDS technologies.
• Identifies potential conflicts with implementation of CDS technologies within the enterprise and develops recommendations to remediate these conflicts.
• Contributes to the completion of milestones associated with specific projects.
• Provides solutions to a variety of complex technical problems.
• Develop plans to safeguard computer files against unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure

You'll Bring These Qualifications:

• Must possess an active TS/SCI w/Polygraph DoD Security Clearance
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience
• Must have 7-10 years of relevant work experience
• Must have or be willing to obtain IAT Level II certifications within 6 months of hire
• Proficient in Linux operating systems.
• Intermediate to advanced networking knowledge (TCP/IP, firewalls, routers, etc.)
• Knowledge of GOTS and COTS CDS technologies on the NCDSMO approved products list
• Knowledge with cybersecurity architectural principles such as defense in depth, resilience, and integrated security operations
• Ability to apply security principles to the systems and enterprise system designs
• Working knowledge of database and operating system security
• Knowledge of defensive cyber operations
• Understanding of fundamental cloud computing concepts
• Experience with Information Assurance concepts and processes
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment and effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously; coordinating resources and ensuring scheduled goals are met
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required
• Ability to make decisions and resolve problems effectively - Seek out information and data to evaluate, prioritize and formulate best solution or practice
• Must be able to multi-task, work independently and as part of a team, share workloads, and deal with sudden shifts in project priorities

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Why GuidePoint?

GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value added reseller that focuses exclusively on Information Security. Since its inception in 2011, GuidePoint has grown to over 900 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 3,500 customers.

Firmly-defined core values drive all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to the company's success and establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At GuidePoint, your colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced and will seek to collaborate and provide mentorship and guidance at every opportunity.

This is a unique and rare opportunity to grow your career along with one of the fastest growing companies in the nation.

Some added perks....

• Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions)
• 100% employer-paid medical premiums (employee only $0 deductible and HSA plans) along with 75% employer-paid family contributions
• 100% employer-paid dental premiums (employee only) along with 75% employer-paid family contributions
• 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
• Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
• Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
• Pet Benefit Option