Microsoft Windows Networks Security Engineer - Isys Technologies

I2X Technologies is a reputable technology services company to the Federal Government.  Whether the focus is on space exploration, national security, cyber security, or cutting-edge engineering applications, I2X is ready to offer you the chance to make a real-world impact in your field and for your country.  We provide long-term growth and development. Headquartered in Colorado, I2X is engaged in programs across the country and in more than 20 states.  Our programs support multiple Federal agencies, the Department of Defense and often focused on the space initiatives of our government customers.

• Monitor multiple threat and vulnerability sources to evaluate technical risk to the Government i.e. SANS, US-CERT advisories, DHS Information Security Vulnerability Bulletins and communicate relevant infrastructure alerts, bulletins, and technical advisories to the Government.
• The technical scanning and remediation and reporting of systems hardware, software vulnerabilities.
• Coordination of scanning methodology and Patch management, monitoring, deployment reporting, piloting, operational coordination and testing.
• Systems technical risk status, data analytics and weakness remediation reporting.
• Security Architecture consultation, review and documentation of new systems, test systems and changes to new and existing Government systems to ensure compliance with baseline security and best practices.
• The development and maintenance Standard Operating Procedures to ensure coordinated risk monitoring and reporting.
• Make security content (e.g., Firewall, Router Switch) recommendations to include new access control, filters or ruleset modifications, removals to improve security posture and mitigate cyber threats.
• Assist the Government with the reporting and management of system level security violations and incidents.
• Assist with development of system security engineering SOPs, playbooks, work instructions, and other procedures and processes to mature cyber security capabilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Forensics, Cyber Security or similar field with 12+ years of experience. Additional experience in lieu of degree.
• 8+ years of successfully implementing advanced cyber security technology in a complex environment
• 5+ years’ experience with CISCO and Juniper Networks
• Understanding of networking environments and related Technologies (routing, switching, VLANs, subnets, firewalls); Windows operating systems
• Understanding of IT security principals, technologies, best practices to include logical access control; PKI and other encryption methods; network-based and host-based IDS/IPS; security configuration baselines; auditing; vulnerability discovery and management
• Ability to work independently to identify errors, pinpoint root causes, and devise solutions with minimal oversight;
• Extensive in-depth technical experience with network infrastructure, operating systems, database, and web applications
• Experience with scanning and elevation tools (Nessus, Retina, Wireshark, NMAP, etc.); and,
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of networking environment to include networking technologies (routing, switching, VLANs, subnets, firewalls); TCO/IP stack’ Windows operating systems; common networking protocols; and common enterprise technologies
• Demonstrated experience in testing and implementing network vulnerability and protection
• Senior-level knowledge of information security concepts, policy frameworks, and best practices
• Experience with Hardware Lifecycle Management, Software Maintenance and Assurance, Logging and Configuration Management

ONSITE REQUIREMENTS: 5 days/week for 90 days then 2 day/week (Maybe < 90 days if known Sys Admin)

Must have atleast one of the following: 

CAP - Certified Authorization Professional
CCSP – Certified Cloud Security Professional
Certified Advanced Security Professional (CASP+)
CompTIA Security+
CompTIA Security+ CE
GCIH – Incident Handler
GCWN – Windows Security Administrator
GISF – Security Fundamentals
GICSP –Cyber Security Professional
GSSP
SEI (Software Engineering Institute)
CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security
CSSLP – Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional
SSCP – Systems Security Certified Practitioner
CCNP Security
CEH – Certified Ethical Hacker
ENSA – EC-Council Network Security Administrator
ECSP – EC-Council Certified Secure Programmer
MCSE – Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (Server)
RHCE
RHCA
VCA (Certified Associate)
VCP (Certified Professional)
VCAP (Certified Advanced Professional)
VCIX (Implementation Expert)
VCDX (Certified Design Expert)
Converged Infrastructure Specialist
Certified Implementation Engineer Specialist
Certified Data Administrator Professional
Certified Storage Associate
CSSBB - Certified Six Sigma Black Belt
Splunk Certified Architect

Preferred Qualifications:
• LINUX/UNIX-based operating systems; common networking protocols; and common enterprise technologies;
• ISC2 Certified Authorization Professional (CAP) or ISC2 Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) certification or CompTIA Certified Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)
• CISSP, CISA, GIAC, Security +, Certified Ethnical Hacker, etc.

Essential Requirements:

US Citizenship is required.

I2X Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected Veteran status, or disability status.

In compliance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the annual base salary range for this position is listed . Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. I2X Technologies considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly sit, walk, stand and climb stairs and steps. May require walking long distance from parking to work station. Occasionally, movement that requires twisting at the neck and/or trunk more than the average person, squatting/ stooping/kneeling, reaching above the head, and forward motion will be required. The employee will continuously be required to repeat the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times. Manual and finger dexterity are essential to this position. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, depth perception and telling differences among colors. The employee must be able to communicate through speech with clients and public. Hearing requirements include conversation in both quiet and noisy environments. Lifting may require floor to waist, waist to shoulder, or shoulder to overhead movement of up to 20 pounds. This position demands tolerance for various levels of mental stress.

I2X Technologies is an Engineering and Information Technology Company focused on providing Services to the Federal and State Government. I2X offers a competitive compensation program and comprehensive benefits package to our employees.