Cyber Security Engineer- CND

As an ITCSU Cyber Security Engineer (CND), the individual will be responsible for protecting and defending information technology network systems associated with the agency. The CND engineer will respond to and report all IT incidents ranging from security violations (i.e., information spillage and unauthorized usage) to suspicious activity reports and insider threats through the use of current cyber security tools and by following current guidelines and directives published by the DoD and the Navy. A key aspect of this role involves ensuring robust security posture through active participation in Comply-to-Connect initiatives. In this critical role as an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE), the engineer will directly contribute to safeguarding sensitive data and maintaining operational integrity. Responsibilities: Identify, collect, and analyze network and host data, and report events or incidents that have occurred or might occur within the network to mitigate network and host threats Provides trend analysis and reports on computer network defense activity Maintain situational awareness of cyber incidents and activity with appropriate partners via tools and reporting mechanisms Researches, identify, and verify new advanced persistent threat (APT) tactics, techniques, and procedures from commercial and government sources Provides recommendations to strengthen the agency's overall cyber security posture Applies knowledge of monitoring, analyzing, detecting, and responding to cyber events and incidents within the information systems and networks Advises on an integrated, dynamic cyber defense and leverage cyber security solutions to deliver cyber security operational services, including intrusion detection and prevention, situational awareness of network intrusions, security events, endpoint security, data spillage, and incident response actions Designs, develops, engineers, and implements solutions that meet DoD and Navy security requirements. Responsible for the integration and implementation of computer system security solutions Required Qualifications/Education and Experience: Minimum of seven (7) years of experience performing computer network defense (CND) incident triage Must have and maintain a Secret personnel clearance and must be eligible for a TSSCI Position shall meet the requirements of an IAT III/ IAM III per the DoD 8570.01-M (CASP, CISM, CISSP, CISA, CCNP Security, GCED, GCIH, GSLC, or CCISO) DISA ESS and commercial, as well as experience, ACAS, and HBSS training certificates at the contract start Experience analyzing log files, firewalls, firewall logs, and intrusion detection systems and IDS Logs to identify possible threats to network security, and to perform command and control functions in response to incidents Knowledge of and experience with administering a security information and event management (SIEM) solution is necessary in order to conduct proper and sufficient analysis of network activity Experience in ESS, ACAS vulnerability scanning software and Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVA). CND engineer candidates must possess appropriate DISA ESS and commercial certifications as well as experience OSC Edge delivers a total rewards package that we know will attract, engage and retain top talent. Key elements of our package include a competitive base pay and a comprehensive benefits package:We offer eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefits offerings. Here are just some of our benefits for our US based positions: Medical/ Dental/ Vision Life insurance and AD&D Flexible Spending Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity coverage 401(k) and ROTH retirement options and company match Pet Insurance Identify Theft and Fraud Protection coverage About OSC Edge: Founded in 2008, what started as a small business has grown into a diverse and innovative global team owned by Cook Inlet Region, Inc. an Alaska Native Regional Corporation. As a US Federal contractor, we are a dedicated IT Service Provider supporting the Departments of the Army, Navy, Air Force, DoD Educational Institutions, and large corporate entities. Our expertise is in Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Compliance Management, Enterprise Architecture, IT Support, and CSfC. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment, we invite you to apply to join our team. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled#LI-DNI