Cyber Security Engineer

Overview

Abile Group has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Cyber Security Engineer on a long term contract providing Cyber Security services supporting an Intelligence Community customer. All the personnel on the team will work together to provide security services and capabilities necessary to ensure IT services provided to the IC customer workforce are secure. This includes Identity and Access Control Infrastructure Operations, Cross Domain Infrastructure Operations, Cyber Security Infrastructure Operations, Cyber Security Operations, Information Technology (IT) Audit Infrastructure, and Security Infrastructure Operations.

The right candidate will possess the below skills and qualifications and be ready to handle all responsibilities independently and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Constructs workflows, diagrams, and pivot tables to produce data for monthly reports  
• Prioritizes requirements based on the needs of the project  
• Interacts with other team members and customers at multiple levels to gather, supply, or coordinate information  
• Good communication and customer service skills are needed along with ability to coordinate effectively with individuals from multiple levels  
• Ensures compliance with all customers’ policies and procedures to include TASKORDs 
• Ensures compliance with the Enterprise service requirements to include CONOPS, Account Management, and System Security Plans 
• Works closely with customers on onboarding, updates and troubleshooting issues with vulnerability scanning 
• Provides customer support via phone, email, or messaging services to resolve issues and answer questions.  This includes maintaining communication throughout the entire process, as necessary. 
• Provides insight into efficiencies that can be gained from the current workflow based on an understanding of the customers’ requirements   
• Analyzes customer feedback to assist in process improvement 
• Performs engineering support and system administration of specialized cybersecurity applications and systems to include installation, configuration, maintenance, patching, and back-up/restore 
• Provides knowledge in creation, editing, and management of scan policies, audit files, scan jobs, reports, dashboards, and custom content for specialized cybersecurity systems including but not limited to Tenable Nessus tools, web-based content, ServiceNow integration 
• Provides Tier 2 and 3 maintenance support for deployed cybersecurity technologies 
• Supports Assessment and Authorization activities related to cybersecurity technologies, where applicable 
• Identifies potential conflicts with implementation of any cybersecurity tools within the enterprise and develops recommendations to remediate these conflicts 
• Provides ideas for Automating repetitive project tasks and metrics collection through the use of scripts and assists with testing/implementation to production 
• Updates project documentation, where applicable 
• Other project and corporate duties as assigned to support the customer

Qualifications

Clearance Required: TS/SCI with CI poly

Degree and Years of Experience: B.S. or relevant experience in related field

• Minimum 5 years of related experience with Cyber Tools

Required Certifications:

• Must have or be willing to obtain IAT Level II certifications within 6 months of hire 

Required Skills:

• Possesses a working knowledge of Tenable product suite and vulnerability scanning 
• A solid understanding of Windows and Linux systems administration, general operating system security practices, TCP/IP networking, and network security concepts is required 
• Possesses general understanding of ServiceNow 
• Proficiency in at least one scripting language (Ruby, Python, Perl, Bash, JavaScript) 
• Excellent organization, planning, and multi-tasking skills with attention to detail 
• Excellent communication skills 
• General Knowledge in cybersecurity enterprise scanning and continuous monitoring, enterprise host/network security and intrusion detection 
• General Knowledge on creation of workflows  
• Knowledge with cybersecurity architectural principles such as defense in depth, resilience, and integrated security operations 
• Ability to convert functional cybersecurity requirements into system requirements 
• Knowledge of and proficiency in the use of AWS technologies 
• Understanding of federal Cyber Security Guidance such as NIST SP 800-37 – Guide for Applying the Risk Management Framework to Federal Information Systems and NIST 800-137 – Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) for Federal Information Systems and Organizations 
• Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems (RHEL/CentOS/Debian) and its fundamentals 
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment and effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously; coordinating resources and ensuring scheduled goals are met 
• Ability to effectively interact with various levels of senior management is necessary 
• 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 

Physical Requirements: 

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% 
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer 
• The person in this position frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations 
• Ability to work in a cubicle environment without distractions 

About Abile Group, Inc.

Abile Group, Inc. was formed in July 2004 to partner with the Intelligence Community and their Contractors in the areas of Enterprise Analytics & Performance Management, IT & Systems Engineering and Program & Project Management. We have significant experience with the Federal Government and are an EDWOSB dedicated to our employees and clients.  We are looking for high performing employees who enjoy providing advice and guidance along with solutions development and implementation support, crafted by combining industry best practices with the clients’ subject matter experience and Abile’s breadth of expertise. 

EEO Statement

Abile Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.  Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email careers@abilegroup.com with requested details.  A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days. 

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