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Cybersecurity Systems Administrator

Potawatomi Federal Solutions, LLC
Norfolk, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/27/2025
Location: Norfolk, VA

Pls. apply online at: www.command-cs.com/careers

Security Clearance Requirement: ***This position requires an Active TS/SCI Clearance***

Employment Class: Full-Time Regular

FLSA Classification: Exempt - Salaried

Position Summary

Command Cyber Solutions (a federal government contractor) is seeking a qualified Cybersecurity Systems Administrator who will provide operational and maintenance support of CMSA LANT’s Tactical Network Cybersecurity Functions including: Configuration, STIGing, deployment, and maintenance of servers and workstations within the CMSA LANT Tactical Network Enclaves consisting of two (2) networks, four (4) hypervisors, twelve (12) servers, and forty (40) workstations. The Cybersecurity Systems Administrator will also be responsible for configuring, administering, and maintaining two (2) Endpoint Security servers, two (2) Vulnerability Scanning Virtual servers, two (2) Network Performance Monitor (NPM) virtual servers and Security Incident Event Manager virtual appliances, two (2) Microsoft SQL member servers, two (2) network storage/backup devices, two (2) Windows Security Update Servers, and forty (40) Tactical Support client Windows workstations ensuring at least 99% system availability during each calendar month, excluding scheduled maintenance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Conduct system backups and data recovery for all required hypervisors, virtual hosts, virtual appliances, application servers, and security logs ensuring daily incremental and weekly image backups are conducted. Data recovery within 24 hours once backup media is provided by government personnel.
  • Recommend and provide analysis, and recommendations to CMSA LANT N6 Leadership on architectural and/or lifecycle improvements to be implemented, to include the time required and any requisite associated estimated cost to implement.
  • Maintain the systems and applications security integrity, to include but not limited to, maintaining and updating the Certification and Accreditation (C&A) packages and current cybersecurity policy compliance.
  • Maintain Computer Network Defense (CND) compliance in accordance with CMSA LANT’s Cybersecurity/Vulnerability Management Program and manage the Configuration Management (CM) Program comprised of monthly meetings and three to four CM changes per month.
  • Perform routine audits of system and software, perform backups, and restore files.
  • Apply operational system updates, patches, and configure changes.
  • Conduct system performance tuning.
  • Maintain, and troubleshoot databases required for supporting applications.
  • Configure, administer, and troubleshoot endpoint security servers and products.
  • Develop programs/scripts to support process automation as needed.
  • Assist in the coordination and completion of Risk Management Framework (RMF) security packages utilizing Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) in accordance with Navy Cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization (A&A) requirements. Ensure RMF package is developed in the most efficient/effective manner, compliant with policy/guidance, and milestones are met on time.
  • Review eMASS security controls, analyze existing policies and provide recommendations and revisions needed to meet security requirements.
  • Coordinate with U.S. Fleet Forces Command Package Submission Officers (PSOs) and Navy Qualified Validators with regard to weekly RMF security package updates, task status, completion schedule, and/or control validation plan.
  • Assist with network vulnerability analysis, risk mitigation analysis, and Plan of Action and Milestone (POAM) and security control implementation tracking with RMF security packages utilizing Xacta.
  • Provide day to day support with security package creation, security control assessment, risk assessment, and POAM creation / remediation, and the continuous monitoring requirements for CMSA LANT’s Circuit Package and Tactical Support System Package.
  • Ensure network performance monitoring and security event monitoring system dashboards are available to be viewed in the Network Operations Center during normal business hours.

Education & Experience Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; or AA/AS in related field and five (5) years of related experience in lieu of Bachelor's Degree
  • At least seven (7) years of experience; OR, in lieu of formal education, ten (10) years of experience in the cybersecurity field.
  • Experience administering Microsoft SQL Server.
  • Experience in virtualization technology such as VMWare, Hyper-V, and/or Red Hat KVM including backup, storage, and restoration.
  • Experience conducting system / network vulnerability analysis, risk assessment, and risk mitigation analysis.

Certification Requirements

  • DOD IAT Level II certification required (one of the following): CCNA Security, CySA, GICSP, GSEC, Security CE, SSCP

Security Clearance Requirements

  • Active TS/SCI Clearance required

Other Requirements

  • Capable of passing background investigation and periodic drug testing.
  • Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Requirements

  • Knowledge of and experience providing systems administration of Microsoft Windows server and desktop operating systems.
  • Knowledge of the Defense Information Systems Agency published Security Technical Information Guidance (STIG) requirements and implementation process.
  • Knowledge of Computer Network Defense (CND) compliance requirements for all managed networks and systems.
  • Knowledge in the operations and maintenance of the DOD’s Host Based Security System (HBSS).
  • Knowledge of Firewall Policies/Access Control Lists (ACLs) and IP Ports & Protocols.
  • Familiarity with network performance monitoring.
  • Possess strong oral and technical writing skills.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of DoD C&A procedures.
  • Able to understand, adhere to and enforce corporate values, policies, procedures, and standards.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Good business writing and oral communication skills.
  • Better-than-average skill in current versions of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Working Conditions/Working Environment/Physical Demands

  • Basic office work environment at the military facility location.
  • Work under the primary supervision of the Project Manager.
  • Hours of operation are M-F between 0600-1800; work will be done during core business hours.
  • Occasionally, project requirements may require temporary adjustment of work hours/days.
  • Duties are subject to change based on the needs of the customer.

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Command Cyber Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

About Potawatomi Federal Solutions

Potawatomi Federal Solutions is a federal government contractor who provides essential services and administrative support to Potawatomi Business Development Corporations’ family of industry-leading federal government contracting subsidiaries. We are 100% tribally owned small business of the Forest County Potawatomi Community of Wisconsin. In 2007, we launched with one mission in mind: to create a profitable tribal enterprise to allow us to invest in the health, wellness, education, environment and future of our people for generations to come. What fuels your fire? We invite you to find out by exploring our career opportunities and joining our dynamic team of innovative professionals!

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