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Government Contracting, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Consulting

Endpoint Security Engineer

Springfield, Virginia, United StatesOnsiteFull TimePosted 3 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Role summary

Abile Group is seeking an Endpoint Security Engineer for a contract role supporting an Intelligence Community customer. The position involves implementing and managing technologies and processes to protect networks, devices, programs, and data from cyber threats. Responsibilities include providing engineering and sustainment support for endpoint security solutions, configuring systems in a Linux environment, and assisting with secure architecture design and implementation. The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 6 years of additional experience, and 10 years of technical experience in Cyber Security. A TS/SCI clearance is mandatory. The candidate must possess DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification and obtain CSSP Infrastructure Support certification within 6 months.

Abile Group has an exciting and challenging opportunity for an Endpoint Security Engineer on a contract providing Network and Cybersecurity services supporting an Intelligence Community customer. All the personnel on the team will work together to support transport and cybersecurity information technology (IT) services on multiple networks and security domains, at multiple locations worldwide, inclusive of new facilities and building constructions to support the IC mission.
The right candidate will possess the below skills and qualifications and be ready to handle all responsibilities independently and professionally.

  • Implements and applies technologies, processes, and practices designed to protect networks, devices, programs, and data from malicious attack, damage, or unauthorized access.
  • Provides engineering and sustainment support for the various endpoint security solutions.
  • Establishes computing environment by designing system configuration, directing system installation, and defining, documenting, and enforcing system standards.
  • Provides specific, detailed information for hardware and software selection, implementation techniques, and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs, including present and future capacity requirements.
  • Configures and installs various security products utilizing Linux OS.
  • Works with both the software vendor and the customer to research, analyze, and implement enterprise-wide security solutions/capabilities/enhancements to support customer business/mission goals and objectives
  • Assists with design, analysis, testing and implementation of state-of-the-art secure architectures
  • Oversees security infrastructure sustainment, maintenance, and advanced configuration (policy management, database administration and security management tools)
  • Oversees the reporting, documentation and investigation of all security related incidents; lead the development and implementation of corrective measures

Clearance Required
TS/SCI with ability to obtain and maintain a CI poly
Degree and Years of Experience
Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Computer Science or related field) with 6 years additional experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

  • 10 years of technical experience in Cyber Security

Required Certifications

  • DoD 8570 IAT Level II certified (current)
  • Must obtain a CSSP Infrastructure Support certification within 6 months of hire date

Desired Certifications

  • CSSP Infrastructure Support certification
  • Any Linux related certifications

Required Skills

  • Working knowledge of maintaining Enterprise Cyber Security Engineering requirements utilizing all or some of the following tools Trellix, HBSS, Carbon Black Response/Protection, Microsoft ATA, Tanium
  • Strong working knowledge of administering applications in a Linux environment
  • Experience with large-scale enterprise/global networks in a high-paced, diverse environment
  • Understanding of and experience with the DoD Architecture Framework and other key DoD network architecture and strategic planning instructions
  • Experience in providing status reports and products to senior management and customers
  • Experience with plans, designs, and evaluations of security systems and architectures

Desired Skills

  • Windows Enterprise Active Directory (AD) architecture and VMWare virtualization

Abile Group LLC 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.
Abile is committed to hiring the most qualified and best fit person for the job - always has, always will. 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.
Please review our current job openings and apply for the positions you believe may be a fit. If you are not an immediate fit, we will also keep your resume in our database for future opportunities.

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