Job description

Overview Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism. The Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) division within the USARCC-SWA is looking for a candidate with strong scripting abilities, experience with systems security administration, and network security technologies. The Cyber Defense Sustainment Engineer will design, implement, automate, maintain, and optimize measures protecting systems, networks, and information. This position offers company-paid housing and transportation, a completion bonus and tuition reimbursement program! You must satisfy all host country requirements to legally work in the host country to include but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a host nation visa and host nation driver’s license in order to be qualified for this position. Responsibilities + Develop and maintain applications in support of DCO activities such as incident response, investigation, and reporting. + Manage and monitor IDS/IPS sensor grid, such as McAfee, Sourcefire, Netscout, and other perimeter devices. + Coordinate network operations, maintenance, repairs, or upgrades. + Perform analysis on cyber threat reports and provide recommendations on defense mitigation measures. + Conduct routine training on cyber defense topics developed from industry standards, research and lessons learned. + Develop and maintain applications in support of DCO activities such as incident response, investigation, and reporting. + Manage and monitor IDS/IPS sensor grid, such as McAfee, Sourcefire, Netscout, and other perimeter devices. + Coordinate network operations, maintenance, repairs, or upgrades. + Perform analysis on cyber threat reports and provide recommendations on defense mitigation measures. + Conduct routine training on cyber defense topics developed from industry standards, research and lessons learned. + Develop procedures to track, project, or report network availability, reliability, capacity, or utilization. + Use tools such as Splunk to monitor and analyze network performance and data input/output reports to detect problems, identify inefficient use of computer resources, or perform capacity planning. + Prepare detailed network specifications, including diagrams, charts, equipment configurations, and recommended technologies. + Research and test new or modified hardware or software products to determine performance and interoperability. + Ability to troubleshoot servers and infrastructure equipment, assess networking requirements and provide solutions. + Ability to make accurate and independent decisions under pressure. + Experience with a customer service-oriented company. + Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. + Ability to perform comfortably in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment. + Monitor security alerts and logs from various sources to promptly detect and triage potential security incidents, prioritizing based on severity and impact. + Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, security operations, legal, and senior management, to coordinate incident response activities and communicate effectively throughout the incident lifecycle. + Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements, industry standards, and organizational policies related to incident response, data protection, and cybersecurity. + Perform trend analysis on events and incidents to identify and characterize threats. + Conduct open-source research to identify commercial exploits or vulnerabilities, including Zero-Day threats, necessitating prompt response actions. + Ability to successfully execute many complex tasks simultaneously. + Assist in Computer Defense Assistance Program (CDAP) missions as requested by clients. + Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats, technologies, and best practices. + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate the overall cybersecurity posture. + Maintain current knowledge of relevant compliance requirements and ensure adherence. + Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members. + Collaborate with external organizations and agencies to share threat intelligence and enhance collective cybersecurity capabilities. + As a Senior member of the Defensive Cyber Operations Team in a 24-hour facility, you will be expected to conduct Incident Response and Incident Handling functions, as well as Cyber Threat Analysis. + Performs other duties and assignments assigned. Qualifications Qualifications + Security Clearance: + Requires an active Top Secret Clearance with SCI + Education / Certifications: One year of related experience may be substituted for one year of education if degree is required. + Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferably in Computer Science or MIS, IS, Engineering or related field. + This position requires candidates to adhere to DoD 8570.01M. All candidates are required to maintain at least one (1) baseline certification and one (1) computing environment (CE) certification. Baseline certifications cannot also be used as a Computing Environment (CE) certification. + The authorized certifications for this job title are listed as follows: + Baseline: + CompTIA: Cloud+ ce + CompTIA: CySA + ce : Cybersecurity Analyst + CyberSec : CFR: First Responder + EC-Council: CEH: Certified Ethical Hacker ( Cannot be used as a dual qualifier ) + EC-Council: CHFI: Certified Hacking Forensic Investigator + EC-Council: CND: Certified Network Defender + GIAC: GICSP: Industrial Cyber Security Professional + ISC2: SSCP: Systems Security Certified Practitioner + Computing Environment (CE): + Cisco: CCNP: Certified Network Professional ( Any ) + EC-Council: CEH: Certified Ethical Hacker ( Cannot be used as a dual qualifier ) + GIAC: GCFA: Certified Forensic Analyst + GIAC: GCIA: Certified Intrusion Analyst + GIAC: GCIH: Certified Incident Handler + GIAC: GCWN: Certified Windows Security Administrator + GIAC: GDAT: Defending Advanced Threats + GIAC: GREM: Reverse Engineering Malware + GIAC: GSEC: Security Essentials + Microsoft: 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert + Microsoft: Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert + Microsoft: MCSE: ( 2016 or newer ) + Offensive Security: Certified Expert + Offensive Security: Certified Professional + Experience: One year of related academic study above the high school level may be substituted for one year of experience up to a maximum of a 4-year bachelor's degree in a Business Information Systems discipline for three years general experience. + + At least five (5) years of practical experience working with various data (network and system) technologies, with a minimum of two of those years focused on information systems security, cyber threats and SIEM event analysis. + Experience with a customer service-oriented company. Skills & Technology Used: + + Ability to troubleshoot servers and infrastructure equipment. + Ability to assess networking requirements and provide solutions. + Ability to make accurate and independent decisions under pressure. + Ability to perform comfortably in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment. + Ability to successfully execute many complex tasks simultaneously. + Visualization of quantitative (numerical) or qualitative information. + Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written, verbal communication, and briefing skills. + Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. + Threat Intelligence and visualization technologies. + Security enclave engineering. + Proficiency with SIEM and log analytics platforms such as Splunk for monitoring, correlation, reporting, and capacity/performance analysis. + Experience administering, monitoring, and tuning IDS/IPS, perimeter defense, endpoint/security sensor, and network security tools such as McAfee, Sourcefire, Netscout, or similar technologies. + Knowledge of Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO), incident response, incident handling, cyber threat analysis, and CDAP mission support. + Ability to develop scripts, applications, dashboards, and automation to support DCO reporting, investigations, sustainment, and operational workflows. + Familiarity with network engineering documentation, diagrams, equipment configurations, work instructions, TTPs, and sustainment procedures. + Knowledge of cybersecurity compliance, threat intelligence, vulnerability research, open-source research, and industry cybersecurity best practices. Work Environment: + The work environment will be 95% indoors and 5% outdoors. + The outdoor work environment may exceed temperatures 100° F. Candidate must be able to physically withstand extreme heat. Physical Requirements: + Must be capable of lifting, pushing, and pulling items weighing up to 50 lbs. + M ust be capable of wearing Personal Protective Equipment (helmet and plated vest) which can weigh 25 to 40lbs, for extended periods of time. At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients. #LI-YG1 #clearance