HBSS Lead Engineer - Secret Clearance Job

HBSS ENGINEER LEAD needed for a CONTRACT TO HIRE opportunity with Yoh's client located in Arlington, Virginia.

POSSESSION OF A SECRET CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED AS A CONDITION FOR EMPLOYMENT.

TOP SKILLS YOU SHOULD POSSESS:

- Host Based Security System Experience
- Active Secret clearance and the ability to obtain a Top Secret Clearance

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

- Provides team leadership to less experienced administrators
- Installation, configuration, integration, and maintenance of HBSS components and deployment of Agent modules and approved policies.
- Perform troubleshooting of HBSS components and applications when ePO policies are preventing application operations.
- Maintain the latest HBSS configuration to address known exploits using the Host Intrusion Prevention System (HIPS).
- Develop automated reporting dashboards within the existing ePO system to provide near Real Time reporting of computer system compliance information and maintain overall visibility for all connected assets.
- Monitor the HBSS for alerts, assess and modify the HBSS operational parameters (filters, signatures, rules, etc.) when requested.
- Conduct analysis of malicious events and known exploits/vulnerabilities for the creation of custom signature rule sets for the accompanying modules, as necessary.
- Provide subject matter expertise for applying STIGs and other HBSS operational requirements and configuration guidelines to the ePO security suite.
- Perform regular required reporting, monitor applicable security resources for updated requirements and compliance directions including higher DoD/Army Task Orders.
- Participate with Cyber Team and Information Assurance personnel in reviewing current intelligence for relevant threats and assist in development of appropriate actions/response.
- Perform other system administration tasks as assigned by management
- Experienced in working with multiple Operating Systems: Windows, Red Hat Linux, HPUX, Solaris, Apple OS
- Experienced with large corporate, military or other enterprise environment
- Familiar with ticketing systems (eg Remedy)

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING TO THE TABLE:

- Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, professional training or work experience.
- CompTIA Security+ Continuing Education (Security+ CE)
- Ten to fifteen (10-15) years of related experience in data security administration.
- Five to ten (5-10) years of related HBSS experience
- Must meet DOD 8570 IAT II with security plus and continuing education enrollment plus computing environment certified
- Ability to communicate rules, procedures, and basic technical information clearly and accurately both orally (meetings, phone, presentations) and in writing (reports, email, memos
- Ability to prepare written reports - highlighting key areas noting possible impact and/or risk when needed - from a comprehensive understanding of project work details
- Experienced in the creation, editing, and finalizing of project documentation, procedures, and processes
- Have the ability to prioritize and execute daily tasks in a constantly changing environment
- Experienced in interfacing with coworkers, end customers, and senior management to identify issues, meet deadlines, and provide exceptional customer service while adapting to changing priorities
- Manage key relationships with internal program staff and external customers to resolve any/all concerns and ensure positive outcome
- Demonstrate experience in eliciting technical information from system administrators and non-technical customers for use in project documentation and daily task
- Manage daily activities to advance the work of one or more tasks while establishing schedules and priorities when needed
- Be able to function with high-level of effectiveness in a fast paced environment
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? APPLY NOW!

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.

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