Description
Sparks Group is seeking a Cyber Defense Operator III to join a highly technical team of cyber specialists working in a true “threat hunter” role. You will be working with the most cutting-edge tools, working real-time with their current monitoring tools. An active TS/SCI clearance is required for this direct hire role. We are looking for the best of the best!
Responsibilities:
• Conduct full packet capture of network data traffic
• Inspect data traffic for non-authorized activity or any form of network exploitation/compromise
• Analyze data traffic inspection results and present results in a clear and concise manner
• Prepare reports and briefings to include recommendations for mitigation techniques
• Run network modeling and configuration compliance/vulnerability scanning tools
Qualifications/Background profile:
• Bachelor’s degree in technical field (i.e. computer science or engineering); in lieu of degree, 10 years of directly related operational experience may be substituted.
• Minimum 7 years of experience conducting full packet capture analysis
• Experience in network and system administration, TAP technologies, virtualization administration, *Nix O/S, and server technologies
• Possess Information Operations and CND experience as defined in Joint Publication 3-13, Information Operations and DoD 8570.01-M
• Possess working knowledge of the RMF to include DoD’s System Security Authorization Agreements (SSAA)
• Possess or be able to gain the following certifications: CISSP or CompTIA Security+, a computing certification such as CCNA or Linux+, and one of the following – CEH, GSNA, or CISA as listed in DoD 8570.01-M
Requirements
• Due to government requirement, only US Citizens will be considered for this role
• Active Top Secret clearance
Job Information
- Job ID: 56500733
- Location:
FT Belvoir, Virginia, United States - Position Title: Cyber Defense Operator III
- Company Name: Sparks Group
- Industry: Defense
- Job Function: Information Technology
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Job Duration: Indefinite
- Required Travel: 10-25%