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As the Host Based Security System Engineer, you will provide Systems Engineering support to Navy Medicine Enterprise Services Operations Center.

This position is in a fast paced, flexible government environment, working with a team of diverse talented people with solid skills in each of their areas.

Adaptability to change is a must, and an active Secret security clearance is required for immediate consideration for this program.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Deploy McAfee Agent, Virus Scan Enterprise, Data Loss Prevention, Host Intrusion Prevention Systems, Rogue Sensor, and other HBSS modules required for Windows/non-Windows systems

• Develop and maintain HBSS policies and procedures in accordance with DISA standards

• Tune DLP polices and deployments

• Monitor and assess malicious attacks and report incidents to the proper IA authority

• Monitor the Incident Handling and Rogue Sensor logs, investigate reported incidents, and modify existing policies as needed for approved exemptions

• Validate, test, and coordinate all mandatory HBSS module upgrades

• Create custom Firewall policies and work with Cybersecurity and CERT teams to identify, configure, and apply host-based IPS signatures to protect against zero-day threats

• Create firewall exclusions based on customer demand and the C&A approval process

• Work with the Remedy trouble ticket system to address the end user or system issues

• Create queries and reports to collect various deployment statistics as required

• Provide support to administrators in creating Host Intrusion Prevention System (HIPS) exceptions and firewall rules in efforts to ensure secure site configurations per DISA guidance

• Manage HBSS servers in the Navy Medicine Enterprise network and ensure that all are maintained and upgraded according to the latest DISA guidelines

• Collaborate with Enterprise Information Assurance (EIA) team to ensure that Computer Tasking Order requirements are met within specified deadlines

• Assist HBSS Administrators with HBSS component deployment/updates, policy creation/assignment and updates and query writing, as needed

• Daily checks on Windows 2008 R2 servers to monitor the status and the state of the servers

• Perform IAVA vulnerability scans using SCAP and Nessus scanning software

• Participate in rotational on-call duties to provide after-hours support

Requirements

• SME in configuring and deploying McAfee HBSS Servers and all modules

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (Preferred)

• Possess knowledge of intrusion detection methods protecting DOD computer networks and systems

• Possess experience interpreting, applying and advising others on DOD IA/CND policies, guidance and regulations

• Extensive knowledge of PC/server hardware and software maintenance

• Experience with physical (Dell, HP, IBM) and virtual (VMware) servers

• Knowledge of Windows Active Directory services

• Knowledge of DISA STIGs, IAVAs, and FDCC guidelines

• Windows desktop Operating Systems, Windows server Operating Systems, SQL- both management and querying, IIS. Windows Server 2008 R2 administration

• Familiarity with Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)

• Familiarity with Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)

• Familiarity with scripting batch, visual basic, PowerShell

Non-Technical Skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms with users and nontechnical staff

• Abitlity to write brief how-to technical steps for team knowledge base

Benefits

• Long Term Disability

• Basic Life Insurance

• Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Direct Payroll Deposit

• Leave Accrual

• Holidays

Optional Benefits

• Short Term Disability

• Additional (Voluntary) Life Insurance

• Additional (Voluntary) AD&D Insurance

• 401(k)

• Medical Coverage

• Dental Coverage

• Vision Care Plan

• Flexible Spending Account Plan

• Online Training

• AFLAC Supplementary Insurances

AAP/EEO Statement

Core4ce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Core4ce does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to HR@Core4ce.com. (Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment)