Skills

Communication Python Jira Network Security Penetration Testing ServiceNow Monitoring VMware Problem-solving Linux Windows Virtualization Organization Shell Openstack Prometheus Grafana Zabbix

Job Specifications

***We are unable to work with 3rd-party or corp-to-corp candidates for this position***

***Must be authorized to work in the US***

As a security systems engineer, you must be a technically strong individual who is a US Person with a passion for cybersecurity and a desire to make a tangible impact. In this role you will be responsible for deployment and maintaining our Gov Secure Chambers, ensuring compliance with the latest CMMC L2 rules built around the NIST 800-171 Controls.

Key Responsibilities:

Overall responsibility – Engage with internal stakeholders, deploy and support highly secure system environments
Automate systems and support functions
Lead efforts to maintain and improve secure chambers to meet and exceed Industry security standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure all security measures are up-to-date
Provide expert guidance on ITAR, CUI and EAR compliance to internal stakeholders, ensuring that all aspects of the infrastructure adhere to the necessary standards
Stay updated on the latest developments in CMMC and other relevant cybersecurity frameworks to proactively address any changes or enhancements needed.

Qualifications:

Required technical experience minimums

Experience with the fundamentals of Linux / Windows administration and scripting languages (e.g Shell scripts, Python)
Familiarity with using virtualization technologies like VMware and Proxmox
8+ years of IT work experience managing information security and complex network and information security appliances as a Network Security Administrator, Specialist, or Engineer
Certified CMMC Professional (CCP) certification is a plus
3 years’ experience working in enterprise virtualization platforms for on-prem cloud solutions like Proxmox , OpenStack
3 years' experience working with infrastructure monitoring services including Prometheus/Grafana, open-source systems metrics (such as Zabbix or CheckMk), experience with security tooling for vulnerability scanning and penetration testing
3+ years’ experience working with ServiceNow ticketing systems
5+ years working with Jira project tracking

Required work & industry experience

Extensive experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on maintaining secure environments compliant with CMMC standards.
Strong understanding of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework and its application in a global organization.
Have worked in architecting solutions with securing highly sensitive data
Proven ability to conduct thorough security assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical requirements into actionable plans.
A proactive approach to problem-solving, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence.
Experience working in a global organization is a plus.

About the Company

Tech Talent Link connects remarkable technology focused professionals with remarkable companies. We provide contract, contract to hire and direct hire services. We are a local, women owned business. We specialize in recruiting for IT, Software development, and Engineering positions. Core values: * Collaboration * Accountability * Responsiveness * Ethics * Equity * Respect * Support Know more