Type of Requisition:Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:Top Secret/SCI
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:Top Secret/SCI
Public Trust/Other Required:None
Job Family:Cyber and IT Risk Management
Job Qualifications:Skills:Security Information, Wireless, Wireless Networks, Wireless Security, Wireless Technologies
Certifications:None
Experience:5 + years of related experience
ship Required:Yes
Job Description:INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYST PRINCIPAL
Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation's safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats.
Deliver solutions to complex problems as a Cyber Wireless Security Engineer at GDIT. Here, you'll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in cyber security and wireless technologies, you'll make the end user's experience your priority and we'll make your career growth ours.
At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Cyber Wireless Security Engineer you will contribute to efforts in designing; developing; analyzing; troubleshooting; and documenting wireless network security infrastructure (ARUBA Systems). Performs problem isolation and resolution; monitors; tunes and sets standards for wired and wireless networks. Provide client consulting and training on the interfacing and use of the network security facilities. Plans and coordinates computer wireless network initiatives. Devise solutions to operational problems within the capacity and operational limitations of installed equipment. Provide internal consulting; technical guidance; information and support to application developers; computer operations; workstation support; company management and departmental clients. Works with and directs other network professionals as required to coordinate efforts resolve cross-team issues and communicate changes. Ensures that network operations are safe and efficient by monitoring network performance; coordinating planned maintenance; adjusting hardware components and responding to network connectivity issues related to firewall/VPN/SSL infrastructures. Responsible for evaluating current network security systems. You will also be responsible for a team of 3 to 5 members.
HOW A CYBER WIRELESS SECURITY ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
- Perform weekly plugin updates and CND vulnerability assessments within the enclave utilizing Tenable NESSUS Network Security Scanner and DISA STIGs on Management Network
- Serves as the local expert for Wireless Computer Network Defense (CND)
- Develop device configuration files from scratch and make modifications to existing configuration files to Wireless devices and WLAN systems.
- Design; implement; and support WLANs by performing and documenting 802.11 wireless surveys
- Experience using Air Magnet Survey and Spectrum Analyzer; analyzing collected RF data to determine cell boundaries; AP power settings; and noise and interference sources is preferred. Will determine AP placements and deploy APs; and perform post-implementation surveys in order to optimize WLAN performance. Preferable be owning his own tools.
- Demonstrate hands on knowledge of Smart-Phone operating systems; security and wireless connectivity features.
- Integrate knowledge of building construction; RF propagation and current hardware vendor limitations to create a design proposal.
- Create and Validate accuracy of heat-maps.
- Receive and analyze network alerts from various sources within the enclave and determine possible causes of such alerts-McAfee HBSS Admin background to include hands on experience with DLP
- Coordinate with enclave CND staff to validate Wireless network alerts
- Perform analysis of log files from a variety of sources within the enclave; to include individual host logs; network traffic logs; firewall logs; and intrusion detection system logs
- Coordinates with higher authorities on events that involve actual or attempted intrusions; viruses; worms; hoaxes; etc. that occur on the enclaves
- Maintain knowledge of applicable CND policies; regulations; and compliance documents specifically related to CND auditing
- Implement and enforce CND policies and procedures reflecting applicable laws; policies; procedures; and regulations
- Provide incident reports; summaries; and other situational awareness information to higher headquarters
- Manage an incident (e.g.; coordinate documentation; work efforts; resource utilization within the organization) from inception to final remediation and after action reporting
- Notify CND managers; CND incident responders; and other team members of suspected CND incidents and articulate the events history; status; and potential impact for
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Education: Bachelors degree in related degree or equivalent experience
Required Experience: 5+ years of related experience
Required Technical Skills:
- ITIL Foundation certification preferred
- Technical Administration and in depth experience with Wireless Networks
- Is competent in most areas of information systems security; including policy; security standards; network; application; database and physical
- Ability to make recommendations to security flaws in question
- Familiar with requirements of DoD 8570.1
- Familiar with Network Access Control implementation and management
- Team Leadership and organizational skills required
Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI
Location: On-Site (Fort Liberty, NC)
ship Required
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
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The likely salary range for this position is $93,500 - $126,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:40
Travel Required:10-25%
Telecommuting Options:Onsite
Work Location:USA NC Fort Bragg
Additional Work Locations:Total Rewards at GDIT:Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
Our Identity Verification Process:As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.
About Our Work:We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.
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