Subject Matter Expert (Defensive Cyber Engineer) with Security Clearance

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Job description

Minimum Clearance Required Top Secret SCI Responsibilities I2X Technologies is a reputable technology services company to the Federal Government. Whether the focus is on space exploration, national security, cyber security, or cutting-edge engineering applications, I2X is ready to offer you the chance to make a real-world impact in your field and for your country. We provide long-term growth and development. Headquartered in Colorado, I2X is engaged in programs across the country and in more than 20 states. Our programs support multiple Federal agencies, including the Department of Defense. We are seeking Principal Subject Matter Expert (Defensive Cyber Engineer- Sr.) to support our customer's operations in Colorado Springs, CO. This effort provides our government customer with cybersecurity support services. This position will be on-site and will require an active TS/SCI Clearance. Responsibilities: Developing content for cyber defense tools, characterizing and analyzing network traffic to identify threats, and coordinating with defense staff to validate network alerts Ensuring the effectiveness of cybersecurity products, documenting and escalating incidents, performing trend analysis, and conducting risk analyses and feasibility studies Monitoring system compliance, identifying and testing new security tools, implementing data management standards, developing countermeasures, and recommending vulnerability corrections Isolating malware, analyzing network anomalies, constructing signatures for cyber defense tools, and developing cybersecurity policies and architectures Qualifications Essential Requirements: US Citizenship Active TS/SCI Clearance Required Experience: Minimum twelve (12) years related experience Experience in cybersecurity topics, including fundamental concepts and protocols in computer networking, risk management processes, and cybersecurity principles and ethics. In addition, their knowledge must encompass understanding of cyber threats and vulnerabilities, incident response methodologies, and network security architecture Familiarity in specific areas, such as operating systems, database management, encryption algorithms, system life cycle management, software development life cycle, and penetration testing principles Comprehensive knowledge base is essential for managing and securing information systems, analyzing network traffic, and responding to cybersecurity incidents effectively Skills in developing and deploying signatures, detecting host and network-based intrusions using intrusion detection technologies like Snort, and determining how a security system should work, including its resilience and dependability capabilities Adept at evaluating the adequacy of security designs, using incident handling methodologies and protocol analyzers, and protecting networks against malware Skilled in conducting vulnerability scans, data searches, and trend analysis, as well as recognizing vulnerabilities in security systems and analyzing malicious activity to determine weaknesses and exploitation methods Education and Certifications: A Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university Sr. Certifications: CySA+ or CBROPS or CFR or FITSP-O or GCIA or GDSA or GICSP or GCFA Mid Certifications: GFACT or GISF or Cloud+ or GCED or PenTest+ or Security+ or GSEC I2X Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected Veteran status, or disability status. Salary bands have not yet been determined for this opportunity. I2X Technologies considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, and market and business considerations when extending an offer. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly sit, walk, stand, and climb stairs and steps. May require walking long distance from parking to workstation. Occasionally, movement that requires twisting at the neck and/or trunk more than the average person, squatting/ stooping/kneeling, reaching above the head, and forward motion will be required. The employee will continuously be required to repeat the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times. Manual and finger dexterity are essential to this position. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, depth perception and telling differences among colors. The employee must be able to communicate through speech with clients and the public. Hearing requirements include conversation in both quiet and noisy environments. Lifting may require floor to waist, waist to shoulder, or shoulder to overhead movement of up to 20 pounds. This position demands tolerance for various levels of mental stress. I2X Technologies is an Engineering and Information Technology Company focused on providing Services to the Federal and State Government. I2X offers a competitive compensation program and comprehensive benefits package to our employees.

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