DHS Network Engineer with VMWare Experience (Washington, DC Area, Northern VA) (Mid NE)
Position Summary
Softek International, on behalf of the DHS Homeland Security Enterprise Network (HSEN) Engineering Support Services Contract, is seeking a Network Engineer (with VMWare / Red Hat / Linux Experience) to support ongoing support to network and systems engineering. This candidate should have a demonstrated track record in designing, implementing, and managing complex network infrastructures to include both physical and virtual. The candidate must be adept at troubleshooting and optimizing for network performance to ensure seamless operations.
In addition to VMWare, RHEL, and Linux, this candidate should be able to support or have an awareness of a variety of network technologies to include, but not limited to, Cisco routing/switching, F5 GTM/LTM load-balancing, Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco SD-WAN, and Nutanix. The ideal candidate will be able to support solution designs and implementations, technology refresh projects, cloud integrations and migration projects, and tier 3 and 4 level incident management troubleshooting.
Duties / Responsibilities
Design, implement, and manage network infrastructure using VMware technologies, including vSphere, NSX, and vSAN.Perform regular maintenance and upgrades of VMware environments to ensure optimal performance and security.Troubleshoot and resolve network and virtualization issues, providing technical support to end-users and other IT staff.Monitor network performance and security, implementing necessary changes to improve efficiency and protect against threats.Collaborate with other IT professionals to integrate VMware solutions with existing systems and applications.Develop and maintain documentation for network configurations, procedures, and policies.Plan and execute network and virtualization projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget and quality standards.Responsible for troubleshooting network incidents, providing root cause analysis and documenting information in ticketing system (ServiceNow) and knowledge repositories (MS SharePoint).Willing to work nights for network Change Request (CR) implementations and be a part of the on-call rotation for any network incidents that may be escalated from the Network Operations Security Center (NOSC) for nights, weekends, and holidays. Establish effective working relationships with industry vendors to ensure alignment of current and future set requirements.Minimum Qualifications / Requirements
At least 4 years of experience with VMWare / Red Hat / Linux technologies Strong knowledge of routing protocols (e.g., BGP, EIGRP, OSPF) and network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, GRE, IPSEC, and VRF)Experience creating/writing design documentation, diagrams and other project artifact deliverables.Must be resourceful in learning a very complex and dynamically changing network.Must live in the national capital area (DC, NOVA, MD) within 50 miles approximately.Education
BA / BS (relevant field); relevant IT experience may be a substitute for education.
Certifications Required
N/A
Certifications Desired
VMware Certified Professional (VCP)Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)Familiarity with Nutanix is a plusSoftware/Hardware Desired
Experience with Microsoft Office Applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams)
Experience with creating network diagrams in MS Visio
Requirements:DHS Network Engineer with VMWare Experience (Washington, DC Area, Northern VA) (Mid NE)
Position Summary
Softek International, on behalf of the DHS Homeland Security Enterprise Network (HSEN) Engineering Support Services Contract, is seeking a Network Engineer (with VMWare / Red Hat / Linux Experience) to support ongoing support to network and systems engineering. This candidate should have a demonstrated track record in designing, implementing, and managing complex network infrastructures to include both physical and virtual. The candidate must be adept at troubleshooting and optimizing for network performance to ensure seamless operations.
In addition to VMWare, RHEL, and Linux, this candidate should be able to support or have an awareness of a variety of network technologies to include, but not limited to, Cisco routing/switching, F5 GTM/LTM load-balancing, Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco SD-WAN, and Nutanix. The ideal candidate will be able to support solution designs and implementations, technology refresh projects, cloud integrations and migration projects, and tier 3 and 4 level incident management troubleshooting.
Duties / Responsibilities
Design, implement, and manage network infrastructure using VMware technologies, including vSphere, NSX, and vSAN.Perform regular maintenance and upgrades of VMware environments to ensure optimal performance and security.Troubleshoot and resolve network and virtualization issues, providing technical support to end-users and other IT staff.Monitor network performance and security, implementing necessary changes to improve efficiency and protect against threats.Collaborate with other IT professionals to integrate VMware solutions with existing systems and applications.Develop and maintain documentation for network configurations, procedures, and policies.Plan and execute network and virtualization projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget and quality standards.Responsible for troubleshooting network incidents, providing root cause analysis and documenting information in ticketing system (ServiceNow) and knowledge repositories (MS SharePoint).Willing to work nights for network Change Request (CR) implementations and be a part of the on-call rotation for any network incidents that may be escalated from the Network Operations Security Center (NOSC) for nights, weekends, and holidays. Establish effective working relationships with industry vendors to ensure alignment of current and future set requirements.Minimum Qualifications / Requirements
At least 4 years of experience with VMWare / Red Hat / Linux technologies Strong knowledge of routing protocols (e.g., BGP, EIGRP, OSPF) and network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, GRE, IPSEC, and VRF)Experience creating/writing design documentation, diagrams and other project artifact deliverables.Must be resourceful in learning a very complex and dynamically changing network.Must live in the national capital area (DC, NOVA, MD) within 50 miles approximately.Education
BA / BS (relevant field); relevant IT experience may be a substitute for education.
Certifications Required
N/A
Certifications Desired
VMware Certified Professional (VCP)Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)Familiarity with Nutanix is a plusSoftware/Hardware Desired
Experience with Microsoft Office Applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams)
Experience with creating network diagrams in MS Visio
Read LessDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Design, development, test, and deployment of integrations using IBM middleware technologies (IBM integration Bus/App Connect Enterprise/MQ).
2. Module development using IIB/ACE Toolkit and creation / validation of wsdl.
3. Creating message flows for transformation of different message formats to exchange the data between external systems, IVS, and eco systems.
4. Creating message flows in transforming XML messages to COBOL also COBOL to XML messages using MRM Message Sets.
5. Design and Implement Web Services in IIB/ACE to implement SOA based services using SOAP nodes and HTTP Nodes[ HTTP Input / HTTP Request / HTTP Reply ] .
6. Implement Asynchronous HTTP calls with HTTP Asynchronous Request and Response nodes.
7. Work with MQ Nodes[ MQ Input / MQ GET / MQ Reply ] for receiving the input and sending the output to target applications.
8. Develop SOA, EAI, Web Services and workflow-based solutions for quick response time.
9. Develop the Queue based guarantee delivery and retry mechanism in case of any exceptions from the backend systems.
10. Creation of Message sets based on the different message formats.
11. Work on File Nodes [ File Input and File Output] to processing files-based messages and storing the output to a file.
12. Creating of message flows in updating and retrieving data from Oracle PL/SQL database.
EXPERIENCE / SKILL SET:
• Experience middleware technologies, including SDLC.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts and technologies to business leaders and business concepts to the IT workforce.
• Understanding of current and emerging middleware technologies and the best practices.
• Excellent analytical, strategic conceptual thinking, planning, and execution skills.
• Ability to build partnerships with other stakeholders inside of the IT organization.
• Experience working in a team environment on large applications; (b) team leadership; (c) can demonstrate their knowledge of object-oriented programming methodology.
• Excellent experience with Java/JEE development
• Strong knowledge of RESTful services, SOAP services, WSDL, XML, XSD, XSLT, XPath.
• Strong knowledge of MQ Queues, channels, and MQ attributes.
• Working experience with certificates (SSL), Public/private keys.
• The design of program specifications and the implementation of software solutions.
• Experience with DOT NET/Oracle applications, on both the Front and Backend processing of Web Applications
• Strong experience with Azure, IBM integration Bus (IIB), APP connect Enterprise(ACE), Toolkit, IBM MQ Explorer, and Oracle SQL Developer.
• Strong experience working with JAVA, IBM’s JAVA based Extended Structured Query Language (ESQL), and development tools such as IBM Integration Toolkit, IBM MQ Explorer, and Oracle SQL Developer Oracle Business Process
• Management (OBPM), IBM Data power, IBM WebSphere Message Broker, and other integration technologies.
Requirements:DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Design, development, test, and deployment of integrations using IBM middleware technologies (IBM integration Bus/App Connect Enterprise/MQ).
2. Module development using IIB/ACE Toolkit and creation / validation of wsdl.
3. Creating message flows for transformation of different message formats to exchange the data between external systems, IVS, and eco systems.
4. Creating message flows in transforming XML messages to COBOL also COBOL to XML messages using MRM Message Sets.
5. Design and Implement Web Services in IIB/ACE to implement SOA based services using SOAP nodes and HTTP Nodes[ HTTP Input / HTTP Request / HTTP Reply ] .
6. Implement Asynchronous HTTP calls with HTTP Asynchronous Request and Response nodes.
7. Work with MQ Nodes[ MQ Input / MQ GET / MQ Reply ] for receiving the input and sending the output to target applications.
8. Develop SOA, EAI, Web Services and workflow-based solutions for quick response time.
9. Develop the Queue based guarantee delivery and retry mechanism in case of any exceptions from the backend systems.
10. Creation of Message sets based on the different message formats.
11. Work on File Nodes [ File Input and File Output] to processing files-based messages and storing the output to a file.
12. Creating of message flows in updating and retrieving data from Oracle PL/SQL database.
EXPERIENCE / SKILL SET:
• Experience middleware technologies, including SDLC.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts and technologies to business leaders and business concepts to the IT workforce.
• Understanding of current and emerging middleware technologies and the best practices.
• Excellent analytical, strategic conceptual thinking, planning, and execution skills.
• Ability to build partnerships with other stakeholders inside of the IT organization.
• Experience working in a team environment on large applications; (b) team leadership; (c) can demonstrate their knowledge of object-oriented programming methodology.
• Excellent experience with Java/JEE development
• Strong knowledge of RESTful services, SOAP services, WSDL, XML, XSD, XSLT, XPath.
• Strong knowledge of MQ Queues, channels, and MQ attributes.
• Working experience with certificates (SSL), Public/private keys.
• The design of program specifications and the implementation of software solutions.
• Experience with DOT NET/Oracle applications, on both the Front and Backend processing of Web Applications
• Strong experience with Azure, IBM integration Bus (IIB), APP connect Enterprise(ACE), Toolkit, IBM MQ Explorer, and Oracle SQL Developer.
• Strong experience working with JAVA, IBM’s JAVA based Extended Structured Query Language (ESQL), and development tools such as IBM Integration Toolkit, IBM MQ Explorer, and Oracle SQL Developer Oracle Business Process
• Management (OBPM), IBM Data power, IBM WebSphere Message Broker, and other integration technologies.
Read Less) DHS Mid-Level Network Engineer with Data Center Experience (Washington, DC Area, Northern VA)
Position Summary
Softek International, on behalf of the DHS Homeland Security Enterprise Network (HSEN) Engineering Support Services Contract, is seeking a Network Engineer (with prior data center experience) to support ongoing WAN engineering and operations, to include on-site data center activities at the DHS facility based in Ashburn, VA. This candidate should be able to support a variety of network technologies to include, but not limited to, Cisco routing/switching, F5 GTM/LTM load-balancing, Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco SD-WAN powered by Viptela. The ideal candidate will be able to support solution designs and implementations, technology refresh projects, cloud integration and migration projects, and tier 3 and 4 level incident management troubleshooting.
Duties / Responsibilities
Provide on-site data center support at the DHS Ashburn facility on an as-needed basis, to include cable management, racking, consoling into devices for troubleshooting, etc.Develop WAN network solutions to meet requirements, while complying with the DHS network architecture and design standards. Perform “as is” analyzes of existing network technologies, make recommendations of changes as needed to optimize performance and improve network performance. Produce DHS systems engineering project artifacts such as requirements, design documents, diagrams, and other required documentation. Responsible for troubleshooting network incidents, providing root cause analysis and documenting information in ticketing system (ServiceNow) and knowledge repositories (MS SharePoint).Willing to work nights for network Change Request (CR) implementations and be a part of the on-call rotation for any network incidents that may be escalated from the Network Operations Security Center (NOSC) for nights, weekends, and holidays. Establish effective working relationships with industry vendors to ensure alignment of current and future set requirements.Minimum Qualifications / Requirements
At least 3 years of experience working in a data center environment. Must have demonstrated experience working performing level one support (e.g., cabling, racking, consoling into devices for troubleshooting, etc.)At least 4 years of experience with Cisco technologies to include (routing and switching) and firewall technology (e.g., ISR, ASR, CSR, ASA, Nexus, TACACS/ISE)Demonstrated experience using SD-WAN technologies, specifically Cisco SD-WAN powered by Vipleta.Strong knowledge of routing protocols (e.g., BGP, EIGRP, OSPF) and network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, GRE, IPSEC, and VRF)3+ years working in a WAN environment, strong experience in incident and operations management.Strong knowledge of IT security topics to networks and applications with solutions to mitigate those issues.Experience creating/writing design documentation, diagrams and other project artifact deliverables.Must be resourceful in learning a very complex and dynamically changing network.Must be able to work independently in fast paced, dynamic environment.Must live in close proximity to the Ashburn, VA data center facility to support both planned and unplanned activities.Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds (i.e., support to data center physical devices)Education
BA / BS (relevant field); relevant IT experience may be a substitute for education.
Certifications Required
N/A
Certifications Desired
Cisco CCNA, Cisco CCNP, Cisco CCIE,
Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer / Administrator, F5
Software/Hardware Desired
Experience with Microsoft Office Applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams)
Experience with creating network diagrams in MS Visio
Requirements:) DHS Mid-Level Network Engineer with Data Center Experience (Washington, DC Area, Northern VA)
Position Summary
Softek International, on behalf of the DHS Homeland Security Enterprise Network (HSEN) Engineering Support Services Contract, is seeking a Network Engineer (with prior data center experience) to support ongoing WAN engineering and operations, to include on-site data center activities at the DHS facility based in Ashburn, VA. This candidate should be able to support a variety of network technologies to include, but not limited to, Cisco routing/switching, F5 GTM/LTM load-balancing, Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco SD-WAN powered by Viptela. The ideal candidate will be able to support solution designs and implementations, technology refresh projects, cloud integration and migration projects, and tier 3 and 4 level incident management troubleshooting.
Duties / Responsibilities
Provide on-site data center support at the DHS Ashburn facility on an as-needed basis, to include cable management, racking, consoling into devices for troubleshooting, etc.Develop WAN network solutions to meet requirements, while complying with the DHS network architecture and design standards. Perform “as is” analyzes of existing network technologies, make recommendations of changes as needed to optimize performance and improve network performance. Produce DHS systems engineering project artifacts such as requirements, design documents, diagrams, and other required documentation. Responsible for troubleshooting network incidents, providing root cause analysis and documenting information in ticketing system (ServiceNow) and knowledge repositories (MS SharePoint).Willing to work nights for network Change Request (CR) implementations and be a part of the on-call rotation for any network incidents that may be escalated from the Network Operations Security Center (NOSC) for nights, weekends, and holidays. Establish effective working relationships with industry vendors to ensure alignment of current and future set requirements.Minimum Qualifications / Requirements
At least 3 years of experience working in a data center environment. Must have demonstrated experience working performing level one support (e.g., cabling, racking, consoling into devices for troubleshooting, etc.)At least 4 years of experience with Cisco technologies to include (routing and switching) and firewall technology (e.g., ISR, ASR, CSR, ASA, Nexus, TACACS/ISE)Demonstrated experience using SD-WAN technologies, specifically Cisco SD-WAN powered by Vipleta.Strong knowledge of routing protocols (e.g., BGP, EIGRP, OSPF) and network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, GRE, IPSEC, and VRF)3+ years working in a WAN environment, strong experience in incident and operations management.Strong knowledge of IT security topics to networks and applications with solutions to mitigate those issues.Experience creating/writing design documentation, diagrams and other project artifact deliverables.Must be resourceful in learning a very complex and dynamically changing network.Must be able to work independently in fast paced, dynamic environment.Must live in close proximity to the Ashburn, VA data center facility to support both planned and unplanned activities.Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds (i.e., support to data center physical devices)Education
BA / BS (relevant field); relevant IT experience may be a substitute for education.
Certifications Required
N/A
Certifications Desired
Cisco CCNA, Cisco CCNP, Cisco CCIE,
Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer / Administrator, F5
Software/Hardware Desired
Experience with Microsoft Office Applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams)
Experience with creating network diagrams in MS Visio
Read LessSecurity Engineer – Senior – (HSEN) – Zscaler Engineer
(Access Management and Network Security)
POSITION NUMBER (TA2-22)
Summary:
Softek is seeking a Security Engineer (Senior) with Zscaler experience to support the DHS Enterprise Engineering Division within the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity and hands-on experience with Zscaler platforms. This role involves designing, implementing, and managing security measures to protect DHS systems, networks, and data. This program portfolio includes management and oversight of the technical infrastructure and security tools, sensors, servers, and data storage devices to support the DHS Network Operations Security Center (NOSC) Cyber (SOC) and other DHS stakeholders and Components.
Duties/Responsibilities:
· Develop and implement robust security protocols and measures to protect computer systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access, breaches, and other security threats.
· Zscaler Platform Management: Configure, manage, and optimize Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA), Zscaler Private Access (ZPA), and Zscaler Digital Experience (ZDX) solutions to ensure secure and efficient internet and application access.
· Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Perform regular risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities in the organization's systems and networks and develop strategies to mitigate these risks effectively.
· System Tuning & Optimization: Optimize the performance of the Zscaler platform, including fine-tuning security policies and maintaining high security standards.
· Incident Investigation: Perform in-depth analysis of alerts, incidents, and anomalies to identify attack patterns and implement corrective actions.
· Collaboration: Work closely with other cybersecurity teams and IT departments to ensure the organization's endpoints are protected and aligned with overall security strategies.
· Knowledge Sharing & Training: Provide guidance and training to internal teams regarding Zscaler tools, best practices, and cybersecurity threats.
· Documentation & Reporting: Document system configurations, troubleshooting steps, and incident resolutions. Prepare regular security reports for leadership and stakeholders.
· Assist in engineering solutions with the applications above to provide expanded functionality and scale capabilities to the customers’ requirements.
· Support project goals, knowledge and assist task management of teams in an Agile environment.
· Coordinate with team on engineering solutions with the applications above to provide expanded functionality and scale capabilities to the customers’ requirements.
· Work with NOSC analysts to continuously evaluate and identify areas of improvement in NOSC applications and automations.
· Ensuring the security tools and infrastructure are available and operational from the perimeter down to the endpoints and data itself
· Providing support to maintaining and maturing security tool architecture for security operations monitoring
· Develop and maintain installation, configuration, and security procedures.
· Responsible for daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, logs, systems and key processes.
· Establish working relationships with vendors to ensure alignment of current and future set government requirement and emerging capabilities.
Minimum Qualifications / Requirements
· At least 3-5 years of experience in network, security, or cybersecurity engineering, with hands-on experience in Zscaler platforms.
· Zscaler certifications (e.g., ZIA, ZPA, ZDX) are highly desirable.
· Proficiency in configuring and managing Zscaler solutions.
· Experience managing Zscaler portals, including configuration and optimization.
· Troubleshooting app connectors and NSS/LSS servers to ensure seamless connectivity and performance.
· Building new components in Zscaler to enhance security and functionality.
· Patching and updating security systems to protect against vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with the latest security standards.
· Proficiency in Linux operating systems, including system administration, scripting, and troubleshooting.
· Technical acumen to include extensive experience deploying, managing, and maintaining a wide range of security tools.
· Must be resourceful in multitasking tasks and projects and communicating in a dynamic network.
· Must have practical knowledge of network and security tools and how it is administered and integrated into a SOC/NOC environment.
· Must be willing to participate to a rotating on-call support (24/7/365) for nights, weekends, holiday issues.
Experience/Years of Relevant Experience:
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Ability to meet deadlines and work independently.
· Required Experience 3 to 5 years.
Education:
· BA / BS in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Cybersecurity Management field
Certifications (Not Required):
· Zscaler certifications (e.g., ZIA, ZPA, ZDX) are highly desirable.
Software/Hardware Experience Desired
· Zscaler
· Linux
Clearance:
· Must be able to attain/maintain DHS EOD clearance. Top Secret desired but not required.
· Must be a US Citizen and pass a background check.
· Maintain applicable security clearance(s) at the level required by the client and/or applicable certification(s) as requested by SOFITC and/or required by SOFITC’s Client(s)/Customer(s).
Location:
· Location: National Capital Area (Northern Virginia, Maryland, DC) or Stennis Data Center, MS (New Orleans Area)
· Telework Authorized, Remote Hybrid
Requirements:Security Engineer – Senior – (HSEN) – Zscaler Engineer
(Access Management and Network Security)
POSITION NUMBER (TA2-22)
Summary:
Softek is seeking a Security Engineer (Senior) with Zscaler experience to support the DHS Enterprise Engineering Division within the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity and hands-on experience with Zscaler platforms. This role involves designing, implementing, and managing security measures to protect DHS systems, networks, and data. This program portfolio includes management and oversight of the technical infrastructure and security tools, sensors, servers, and data storage devices to support the DHS Network Operations Security Center (NOSC) Cyber (SOC) and other DHS stakeholders and Components.
Duties/Responsibilities:
· Develop and implement robust security protocols and measures to protect computer systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access, breaches, and other security threats.
· Zscaler Platform Management: Configure, manage, and optimize Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA), Zscaler Private Access (ZPA), and Zscaler Digital Experience (ZDX) solutions to ensure secure and efficient internet and application access.
· Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Perform regular risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities in the organization's systems and networks and develop strategies to mitigate these risks effectively.
· System Tuning & Optimization: Optimize the performance of the Zscaler platform, including fine-tuning security policies and maintaining high security standards.
· Incident Investigation: Perform in-depth analysis of alerts, incidents, and anomalies to identify attack patterns and implement corrective actions.
· Collaboration: Work closely with other cybersecurity teams and IT departments to ensure the organization's endpoints are protected and aligned with overall security strategies.
· Knowledge Sharing & Training: Provide guidance and training to internal teams regarding Zscaler tools, best practices, and cybersecurity threats.
· Documentation & Reporting: Document system configurations, troubleshooting steps, and incident resolutions. Prepare regular security reports for leadership and stakeholders.
· Assist in engineering solutions with the applications above to provide expanded functionality and scale capabilities to the customers’ requirements.
· Support project goals, knowledge and assist task management of teams in an Agile environment.
· Coordinate with team on engineering solutions with the applications above to provide expanded functionality and scale capabilities to the customers’ requirements.
· Work with NOSC analysts to continuously evaluate and identify areas of improvement in NOSC applications and automations.
· Ensuring the security tools and infrastructure are available and operational from the perimeter down to the endpoints and data itself
· Providing support to maintaining and maturing security tool architecture for security operations monitoring
· Develop and maintain installation, configuration, and security procedures.
· Responsible for daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, logs, systems and key processes.
· Establish working relationships with vendors to ensure alignment of current and future set government requirement and emerging capabilities.
Minimum Qualifications / Requirements
· At least 3-5 years of experience in network, security, or cybersecurity engineering, with hands-on experience in Zscaler platforms.
· Zscaler certifications (e.g., ZIA, ZPA, ZDX) are highly desirable.
· Proficiency in configuring and managing Zscaler solutions.
· Experience managing Zscaler portals, including configuration and optimization.
· Troubleshooting app connectors and NSS/LSS servers to ensure seamless connectivity and performance.
· Building new components in Zscaler to enhance security and functionality.
· Patching and updating security systems to protect against vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with the latest security standards.
· Proficiency in Linux operating systems, including system administration, scripting, and troubleshooting.
· Technical acumen to include extensive experience deploying, managing, and maintaining a wide range of security tools.
· Must be resourceful in multitasking tasks and projects and communicating in a dynamic network.
· Must have practical knowledge of network and security tools and how it is administered and integrated into a SOC/NOC environment.
· Must be willing to participate to a rotating on-call support (24/7/365) for nights, weekends, holiday issues.
Experience/Years of Relevant Experience:
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Ability to meet deadlines and work independently.
· Required Experience 3 to 5 years.
Education:
· BA / BS in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Cybersecurity Management field
Certifications (Not Required):
· Zscaler certifications (e.g., ZIA, ZPA, ZDX) are highly desirable.
Software/Hardware Experience Desired
· Zscaler
· Linux
Clearance:
· Must be able to attain/maintain DHS EOD clearance. Top Secret desired but not required.
· Must be a US Citizen and pass a background check.
· Maintain applicable security clearance(s) at the level required by the client and/or applicable certification(s) as requested by SOFITC and/or required by SOFITC’s Client(s)/Customer(s).
Location:
· Location: National Capital Area (Northern Virginia, Maryland, DC) or Stennis Data Center, MS (New Orleans Area)
· Telework Authorized, Remote Hybrid
Read LessIT SERVICE MANAGEMENT PROCESS & AUTOMATION ARCHITECT
TA1-DISA
Summary:
This role involves providing IT Service Management Process Support and IT Service Management Communication Support with an emphasis on automation.
Duties/Responsibilities
§ Works directly with client to ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope and budget.
§ Coordinates with client and stakeholder to ensure all aspects of each project are compatible to fulfill client needs.
§ Tracks project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short- and long-term goals.
§ Provide monthly reports to client.
§ Attends engineering panels, working groups and leadership meetings with the accountability for recording minutes to include attendees, insights, action items, and development of technical strategy and insights.
§ Assist in maintaining the Enterprise ACE & CEP SharePoint portals as needed.
§ Develop and maintain Enterprise reports and trending to provide information on automation processes to benefit business units, management, and customers.
§ Manage Integration Hub for Automation
§ Establishes and maintains the Agency (DISA) Automation Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) to track automation capabilities, identify redundancy, waste, and build efficiencies within programs and operations.
§ Coordinates and collects automation and orchestration efforts and tracks technologies in a centrally managed inventory, with budget control and priority adjudication under the Agency (DISA) Automation Center of Excellence (ACE).
§ Reviews, updates, and staff’s Agency (DISA) Automation Strategy as directed to provide direction and agreement across Operational and Programmatic integration and management.
· Ensures that Agency (DISA) Automation is integrated within Enterprise Architecture to support architectural framework management across the agency.
· Provides subject matter expertise to analyze existing processes to identify and prioritize areas to implement automation. Provide knowledge and expertise in the following areas.
·
I. Analyzes business processes, identifies automation opportunities, assesses automation feasibility, drafts, and monitors use cases.
II. Conduct analysis to identify automation potential, return on investment (ROI) and other benefits to support recommendations on automation.
III. Generate solutions regarding platforms and/or enabling technology that deliver necessary automation for identified workflows.
IV. Engagement with stakeholder. Work with Customer base to understand their needs and ensure the ACE delivers high-quality products that meet end-user requirements.
Experience/Years of Relevant Experience:
Required Experience: 10+ years.
Required Skill Sets
§ SharePoint Online
§ Automation tools such as UiPath
§ Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
§ Visual Baisc (VB) Macros
§ Microsoft Project Online
§ MS Excel
§ MS Teams
Education/Certificates:
· Bachelor’s degree (If candidate does not have Bachelor’s, total IT experience from 14-16 years
· No minimum certificates
Clearance:
· Security Clearance: Secret.
Location: 6619 Mapes Road, Fort Meade, MD 20755
· Fort Meade, MD (telework (in DMV only) 3 days on site per two weeks’ pay period.
Requirements:IT SERVICE MANAGEMENT PROCESS & AUTOMATION ARCHITECT
TA1-DISA
Summary:
This role involves providing IT Service Management Process Support and IT Service Management Communication Support with an emphasis on automation.
Duties/Responsibilities
§ Works directly with client to ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope and budget.
§ Coordinates with client and stakeholder to ensure all aspects of each project are compatible to fulfill client needs.
§ Tracks project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short- and long-term goals.
§ Provide monthly reports to client.
§ Attends engineering panels, working groups and leadership meetings with the accountability for recording minutes to include attendees, insights, action items, and development of technical strategy and insights.
§ Assist in maintaining the Enterprise ACE & CEP SharePoint portals as needed.
§ Develop and maintain Enterprise reports and trending to provide information on automation processes to benefit business units, management, and customers.
§ Manage Integration Hub for Automation
§ Establishes and maintains the Agency (DISA) Automation Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) to track automation capabilities, identify redundancy, waste, and build efficiencies within programs and operations.
§ Coordinates and collects automation and orchestration efforts and tracks technologies in a centrally managed inventory, with budget control and priority adjudication under the Agency (DISA) Automation Center of Excellence (ACE).
§ Reviews, updates, and staff’s Agency (DISA) Automation Strategy as directed to provide direction and agreement across Operational and Programmatic integration and management.
· Ensures that Agency (DISA) Automation is integrated within Enterprise Architecture to support architectural framework management across the agency.
· Provides subject matter expertise to analyze existing processes to identify and prioritize areas to implement automation. Provide knowledge and expertise in the following areas.
·
I. Analyzes business processes, identifies automation opportunities, assesses automation feasibility, drafts, and monitors use cases.
II. Conduct analysis to identify automation potential, return on investment (ROI) and other benefits to support recommendations on automation.
III. Generate solutions regarding platforms and/or enabling technology that deliver necessary automation for identified workflows.
IV. Engagement with stakeholder. Work with Customer base to understand their needs and ensure the ACE delivers high-quality products that meet end-user requirements.
Experience/Years of Relevant Experience:
Required Experience: 10+ years.
Required Skill Sets
§ SharePoint Online
§ Automation tools such as UiPath
§ Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
§ Visual Baisc (VB) Macros
§ Microsoft Project Online
§ MS Excel
§ MS Teams
Education/Certificates:
· Bachelor’s degree (If candidate does not have Bachelor’s, total IT experience from 14-16 years
· No minimum certificates
Clearance:
· Security Clearance: Secret.
Location: 6619 Mapes Road, Fort Meade, MD 20755
· Fort Meade, MD (telework (in DMV only) 3 days on site per two weeks’ pay period.
Read LessJob Title: Data Engineer
Working with our Finance Department, Data Engineers will be responsible for gathering usable information for analytics and business decision-making. Will work with various systems to build platforms.
Duties/Responsibilities:
• Evaluates business needs and objectives
• Conduct complex data analysis and report on results
• Combine raw information from different sources
• Explore ways to enhance data quality and reliability
• Compiles business intelligence or trends to support actionable recommendations.
• Summarizes financial and economic data reports for review by executives, managers
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to collect and compile relevant data.
• Extremely organized with great attention to detail.
• Excellent ability to analyze information and think systematically.
• Strong business analysis skills.
• Works well independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle databases and understand technology-driven business intelligence tools.
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Management, Economics, Accounting, Finance,
or Computer and Information Science
Requirements:Job Title: Data Engineer
Working with our Finance Department, Data Engineers will be responsible for gathering usable information for analytics and business decision-making. Will work with various systems to build platforms.
Duties/Responsibilities:
• Evaluates business needs and objectives
• Conduct complex data analysis and report on results
• Combine raw information from different sources
• Explore ways to enhance data quality and reliability
• Compiles business intelligence or trends to support actionable recommendations.
• Summarizes financial and economic data reports for review by executives, managers
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to collect and compile relevant data.
• Extremely organized with great attention to detail.
• Excellent ability to analyze information and think systematically.
• Strong business analysis skills.
• Works well independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle databases and understand technology-driven business intelligence tools.
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Management, Economics, Accounting, Finance,
or Computer and Information Science
Read LessPOSITION TITLE: Cybersecurity Specialist -Mid
LCAT/POSITION #: Enterprise Risk Reporting
DEPT/CONTRACT: Enterprise Cybersecurity Risk Tracking & Reporting/ RMF
CLEARANCE LEVEL: Secret
REPORTING TO: _Project Manager
LOCATION: National Capital Region/ DC Metropolitan area
WORK SCHEDULE/HOURS: __40 hrs/week
JOB DUTIES:
· Create and maintain dashboards and reports for all necessary cybersecurity functions utilizing CDM dashboard, Splunk, Crystal Reports, PowerBI or other authorized platforms.
· Create a draft and final cybersecurity report by coordinating, consolidating and collecting the data and reports from multiple sources (for example, SERR, Cyber Hygiene, CDM).
· Create component quarterly specific trending Scorecard.
· Generate quarterly and annual trending of DHS performance in the measured metrics.
· Generate draft and final monthly Cybersecurity Scorecards of HQ components and the Department as defined by the annual DHS ISPP from data resident in the DHS databases and other sources. The scorecards are used for reporting progress in information security to the Chief Information Office (CIO) Council, CISO Council and senior DHS management. Based on data captured on the last day of each month, the scorecards shall be completed with five (5) business days thereafter.
· Provide installation and technical support for DHS CISPD and DHS HQ components regarding issues and data feed submissions and interfaces to the DHS FISMA Compliance Tool suite.
· Plan of Actions & Milestones (POA&M) Reporting.
· Provide weekly/monthly reports, meeting minutes, user feedback and propose process improvements accordingly to project PM.
SKILLS:
· Provide support in Enterprise Risk Reporting.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· Ability to meet deadlines and work independently.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor degree in Computer Science or related field
4 years’ experience
Requirements:POSITION TITLE: Cybersecurity Specialist -Mid
LCAT/POSITION #: Enterprise Risk Reporting
DEPT/CONTRACT: Enterprise Cybersecurity Risk Tracking & Reporting/ RMF
CLEARANCE LEVEL: Secret
REPORTING TO: _Project Manager
LOCATION: National Capital Region/ DC Metropolitan area
WORK SCHEDULE/HOURS: __40 hrs/week
JOB DUTIES:
· Create and maintain dashboards and reports for all necessary cybersecurity functions utilizing CDM dashboard, Splunk, Crystal Reports, PowerBI or other authorized platforms.
· Create a draft and final cybersecurity report by coordinating, consolidating and collecting the data and reports from multiple sources (for example, SERR, Cyber Hygiene, CDM).
· Create component quarterly specific trending Scorecard.
· Generate quarterly and annual trending of DHS performance in the measured metrics.
· Generate draft and final monthly Cybersecurity Scorecards of HQ components and the Department as defined by the annual DHS ISPP from data resident in the DHS databases and other sources. The scorecards are used for reporting progress in information security to the Chief Information Office (CIO) Council, CISO Council and senior DHS management. Based on data captured on the last day of each month, the scorecards shall be completed with five (5) business days thereafter.
· Provide installation and technical support for DHS CISPD and DHS HQ components regarding issues and data feed submissions and interfaces to the DHS FISMA Compliance Tool suite.
· Plan of Actions & Milestones (POA&M) Reporting.
· Provide weekly/monthly reports, meeting minutes, user feedback and propose process improvements accordingly to project PM.
SKILLS:
· Provide support in Enterprise Risk Reporting.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· Ability to meet deadlines and work independently.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor degree in Computer Science or related field
4 years’ experience
Read LessThe Information System Security Officer (ISSO) serves as the principal advisor to the Information System Owner (SO), Business Process Owner, and the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) / Information System Security Manager (ISSM) on all matters, technical and otherwise, involving the security of an information system. ISSOs are responsible for ensuring the implementation and maintenance of security controls in accordance with the Security Plan (SP) and Department of Defense (DoD) policies. In almost all cases, ISSOs will be called on to provide guidance, oversight, and expertise, but they may or may not develop security documents or actually implement any security controls. While ISSOs will not actually perform all functions, they will have to coordinate, facilitate, or otherwise ensure certain activities are being performed. As a result, it is important for ISSOs to build relationships with the SO, technical staff, and other stakeholders.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Essentials
The goal of information security is to help the business process owner accomplish the mission in a secure manner. To be successful, ISSOs need to know and understand the following:
Coordinates with the ISO to ensure the appropriate operations security posture is maintained for the Information system Servers as principal advisor on all matters involving the security of an Information System Manage day-to-day security operations of the system Monitors information system and environment Manages and controls changes to the system Handles incidents Assists in the development of the: Security policies and procedures, Development and ongoing maintenance of the System Security Plan,Education/Certificates:
Bachelor’s degree in related fieldCertification: CompTIA Security + and Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC) formerly (CAP)Clearance:
Security Clearance: Secret.Location:
Detroit Military Arsenal BaseTelework: Remote Hybrid.