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Job description
Strategic Data Systems is hiring a Senior Systems Security Engineer — a full-time, based in Dahlgren, VA role. Apply directly on Strategic Data Systems's careers page below.
Senior Systems Security Engineer
Team: IT Services
Location: Dahlgren, VA
Commitment: Full-time
Workplace Type: hybrid
Responsibilities
- Design, install, configure, and manage security solutions for Navy IT environments.
- Conduct vulnerability analysis and risk assessments to identify and mitigate security threats.
- Perform SCAP (Security Content Automation Protocol) scans and implement STIGs to harden systems.
- Execute virus and malware scans, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards.
- Support the accreditation and auditing of systems, maintaining compliance with DoD and Navy security frameworks.
- Troubleshoot security incidents, access control issues, and system vulnerabilities to maintain a resilient IT environment.
- Provide technical guidance and cybersecurity best practices to IT and security teams
Required Qualifications
- Six (6) years of professional experience in relation to IT security with the DoD or Navy. Experience with vulnerability analysis, risk analysis, SCAP scans, DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) implementation, scanning for viruses and other software that is detrimental.
- experience with SIEM tools, endpoint security solutions, and intrusion detection systems
- Qualified experience in accreditation of systems and audits. Conducts and leads TEMPEST testing using approved test plan, the production test procedures and the current National TEMPEST Standard
- This position is required to hold IAM III certifications ( CISM or CISSP)
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field
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Frequently asked questions
What skills are required for Senior Systems Security Engineer at Strategic Data Systems?
The required skills for Senior Systems Security Engineer at Strategic Data Systems include: Auditing, SIEM, CISM, CISSP.
What is the seniority level for Senior Systems Security Engineer at Strategic Data Systems?
Senior Systems Security Engineer at Strategic Data Systems is a Senior level position.
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