Systems Administrator/Engineer for Federal Program
United States
Full-time
6 minutes ago
$94,000 - $109,000 USD
H1B Sponsor Likely
Key skills
Security+ CE certificationTenable Security CenterVulnerability ManagementTenable NessusQualys PlatformSplunk (SIEM)Scripting PowerShellScripting PythonScripting Bashanalytical skillswrittenverbal skillsPythonBashPowerShellSplunkProblem SolvingNetwork Security
About this role
General Dynamics Information Technology is a global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology, and mission services to various U.S. government agencies. They are seeking a Systems Administrator/Engineer for a federal program, responsible for managing security tools, vulnerability management, and ensuring effective cybersecurity operations.
Responsibilities:
- Strong administration experience with: Tenable Nessus, Tenable Security Center, Tenable Agents, Qualys Platform, Qualys VMDR, Qualys CAR, Qualys Policy Assessment (PA), Splunk (SIEM)
- Solid understanding of: Vulnerability scanning methodologies and CVSS scoring, Risk-based vulnerability management, Operating systems (Windows, Linux, Unix), Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, firewalls), SIEM operations, alerting, and dashboard creation
- Strong analytical skills/problem solving/conceptual thinking
- Broad technical background utilizing security technologies, such as Server and Workstation Operating Systems, Network Security
- Scripting experience (PowerShell, Python, Bash) for automation
- Strong written and verbal skills
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Security+ CE certification (required)
- 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, vulnerability management, or security operations
- Strong administration experience with: Tenable Nessus, Tenable Security Center, Tenable Agents, Qualys Platform, Qualys VMDR, Qualys CAR, Qualys Policy Assessment (PA), Splunk (SIEM)
- Solid understanding of: Vulnerability scanning methodologies and CVSS scoring, Risk-based vulnerability management, Operating systems (Windows, Linux, Unix), Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, firewalls), SIEM operations, alerting, and dashboard creation
- Strong analytical skills/problem solving/conceptual thinking
- Broad technical background utilizing security technologies, such as Server and Workstation Operating Systems, Network Security
- Scripting experience (PowerShell, Python, Bash) for automation
- Strong written and verbal skills