What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Specialist V - Cybersecurity Level II position at Seneca Resources?
Position Title: Technical Specialist V Cybersecurity Level II
Location: Suffolk, VA
Clearance Requirements: Secret (Top Secret Eligible)
Position Status: Contract
Pay Rate: Competitive
Position Description:
Join a dynamic team as a mid-level systems engineer supporting the Joint Training DevSecOps pipeline core infrastructure and data center. In this cybersecurity-focused role, you will contribute to mission-critical operations by managing virtualization environments, server operating systems, and automation processes. This position is 100% onsite and offers an opportunity to collaborate in a fast-paced, cross-functional setting while advancing your expertise in DevSecOps, cybersecurity, and systems engineering.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install, configure, and maintain VMware vSphere environments, including ESXi hosts, vCenter Server, and vSphere Client.
- Manage datastores (VMFS, NFS, iSCSI, Fibre Channel) and implement software-defined storage solutions like VMware vSAN.
- Install, configure, and administer server operating systems, such as Windows Server (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP) and Linux distributions.
- Apply OS-level patches, security updates, and ensure compliance with security baselines.
- Diagnose and resolve issues related to server performance, operating system failures, network connectivity, and application interactions within virtual machines.
- Develop and maintain automation scripts (e.g., PowerShell/PowerCLI for Windows/VMware, Bash/Python for Linux) to streamline server and VM management tasks.
Required Skills/Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in:
- Virtualization technologies, including VMware vSphere (ESXi, vCenter, vMotion, HA, DRS, vSAN); experience with Microsoft Hyper-V is a plus.
- Operating system administration for Windows Server (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP) and Linux systems.
- Automation and scripting using PowerShell, PowerCLI, Python, and/or Bash.
- Enterprise-level server hardware and data center infrastructure.
- Networking protocols and concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, VLANs, basic troubleshooting).
- Storage technologies (vSAN, SAN, NAS, iSCSI, Fibre Channel, NFS).
- IAT Level II Certification (one of: CySA , Security , CCNA-Security, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP).
- Functional area certification (e.g., Windows, Linux, VMware, CCNA, Network ) required prior to start.
- Preferred: RHCSA (Red Hat Certified System Administrator) or RHCDS (Red Hat Certified Datacenter Specialist).
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment supporting joint training missions.
We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including underrepresented groups in cybersecurity and systems engineering, to bring unique perspectives to our team.
About Seneca Resources
At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm, we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact.
When you work with Seneca, you’re choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path. Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way.
Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40 - $50
