Information Security Specialist, Senior Level/Information Assurance / Security Engineer - C

The most security-conscious organizations trust Telos Corporation to protect their vital IT assets. The reputation of our company rests on the quality of our solutions and the integrity of our people. Explore what you can bring to our solutions in the areas of cyber, cloud and enterprise security.

Be a part of the Telos culture and see what sets us apart! Telos offers an excellent compensation package with benefits that include generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and 401k. Our employees enjoy more than just a great work environment!

Position contingent on award win.

This position will be based at Peterson SFB, CO.

Responsibilities

We are seeking an Information Security Specialist to support the Air Force Information Network (AFIN), a critical multibillion-dollar portfolio of Department of the Air Force (DAF) programs. This role will involve ensuring the reliability and security of a worldwide digital communications infrastructure for the Air Force and Space Force. The selected candidate will collaborate with various teams to manage and implement security measures, conduct risk assessments, and enhance existing technologies to respond to evolving threats. This position will also involve utilizing advanced security tools, including the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), to maintain operational readiness and compliance across multiple bases.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

• Provide support for the PMO deployed enterprise ACAS infrastructure, assisting sites in preparation for CCRI (CORA).
• Maintain base/site lists and Internet Protocol host counts to ensure compliance.
• Conduct remote scanning and remediation support for sites.
• Ensure effective communication with teams critical to ACAS operations, such as Base Boundary and Network Operations.
• Report compliance data via ACAS to the Continuous Monitoring and Risk Scoring system (CMRS).
• Facilitate the transition of ACAS Security Centers to the new virtual infrastructure.
• Author custom security policies and perform systems analysis for complex IT applications.
• Participate in all software life cycle phases, emphasizing planning, programming, and testing.
• Assist in authoring configuration files and signatures to enhance vulnerability discovery capabilities.
• Support implementation of DISA’s Information Assurance and Vulnerability Management programs.
• Assist with DISA-released software patches, updates, and upgrades.
• Deploy and manage additional systems via Satellite Server on a limited basis.
• Support pilot programs for Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) and Passive Vulnerability Scanner.
• Utilize the Automated Remediation and Asset Discovery (ARAD) system for patching and monitoring.
• Deploy and support Log Correlation Engine (LCE) to consolidate backend infrastructure logs.
• Generate ACAS reporting as necessary.
• Design and implement security measures to prevent data breaches and develop data recovery plans.
• Monitor network activity for abnormalities and communicate findings to IT teams.
• Review security files to ensure proper data access and authorization.
• Modify security files to manage user access and correct errors.
  
  

Qualifications

Desired Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• Required: Successful completion of the DISA ACAS 32-Hour Course.
• Desired: A minimum of 5 years of experience, preferably on Department of Defense (DoD) programs.
• Desired: Experience managing, implementing, and administering Tenable/Nessus.
  
  

Minimum Certification Requirements

• Certified Information Assurance (IA) Technician (IAT) Level II (DODM 8140)
• Linux or equivalent (i.e., LPIC-1).
  
  

Potentially Required Certification(s)

• RedHat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA).
  
  

Security Clearance

• Valid DoD Secret clearance is required. Additionally, NATO Secret and/or DoD Top Secret/SSBI clearances, favorably adjudicated for SCI eligibility, are required at certain locations.
  
  

The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements to access sensitive information, which requires US citizenship.

Telos maintains a drug-free workplace and will conduct drug testing on all applicants who have accepted an offer of employment.

Telos Corporation participates in the E-Verify program. Therefore, any employment with Telos will also be contingent upon confirmation from the Social Security Administration ("SSA") and/or the Department of Homeland Security ("DHS") of your authorization to work in the United States. Telos offers excellent compensation packages including salary commensurate with experience and benefits to meet your needs for today and the future.

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