Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)

Overview: Join our dynamic team at CDT as a Systems Administrator & ISSE (Information Security Systems Engineer) for an engaging DoD program in Westford, MA. This hands-on technical role promises a blend of security engineering, systems administration, and information assurance support in a lively, flexible work environment. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to grow, making your work exciting and diverse.

Clearance Requirements: An active Secret clearance is required and need to be able to Top Secret clearance eligible. Candidates who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

Responsibilities:

1. Systems Administration: Administer, maintain, upgrade, and ensure the readiness of several classified virtual enterprise systems and corresponding technologies (VMware, Cisco, Palo Alto, Windows Domain, Linux).
2. Security Testing: Perform continuous monitoring and systems security testing using tools like ACAS/Nessus.
3. Vulnerability Remediation: Implement and provide mitigation solutions for identified findings and patching requirements.
4. Networking: Maintain, troubleshoot, and upgrade switching, routing, and firewalls.
5. HBSS Maintenance: Maintain HBSS installation and ensure upstream connection.
6. Documentation & Procedures: Collaborate with the ISSO team and program/project staff to create, implement, and maintain procedural documents and operations (configuration management, continuous monitoring, business continuity, disaster recovery, etc.).

Technical Areas of Expertise:

1. Software Installations: Perform enterprise software installations and upgrades.
2. Compliance: RMF, NIST, and NISPOM requirements, configurations, settings, and documentation.
3. Network Engineering: Experience with Enterprise Switching and Firewalls highly desired (For Example: Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Cisco Firepower, Cisco IOS, Juniper JunOS).
4. Linux Skills: Familiarity with RedHat Enterprise Linux.

Qualifications:

1. Experience: 4+ years in deploying, configuring, maintaining, and monitoring computer systems and networks.
2. Certifications: Security+, CASP+, CISSP, CCNA, or similar certifications.

Why CDT?

1. Diverse Work Environment: Engage in a wide range of tasks that keep your job interesting and varied.
2. Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible work environment that values work-life balance.
3. Growth Opportunities: Every project is a chance to learn and grow professionally.

CDT is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.