CANDIDATES MUST HOLD AN ACTIVE SECRET CLEARANCE TO BE CONSIDERED
Entry-level to experienced, but still a learner typically with an advanced degree and 0-1+ year experience or bachelors degree and 0-3+ years experience or equivalent; solves problems of limited to moderate scope and complexity, work is closely supervised following established policies and procedures or under very general supervision; contacts are primarily with immediate supervisor and within company or group but may be external as well; errors in judgment would normally require a moderate expenditure of resources to rectify.
Must possess a DoD 8570 certification at IAT Level II or higher (Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA). Candidate will be responsible to maintain DoD 8570 certification for the full contract period.
Minimum Active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Knowledge of and practical experience in the usage of an array of network and information security tools
• Knowledge of modern computer systems, client/server, LAN/WAN and Network concepts, modern network management and monitoring concepts
• Knowledge of hardware (Routers, CSU/DSU, bridges, multiplexers, servers and switches configuration)
• Previous experience in the monitoring/management of intrusion detection systems and firewall devices, to include SideWinder, ArcSight, HBSS and/or Tripwire
• Experience securing network gear against known vulnerabilities
Required:
• Must be capable of obtaining a TS/SCI clearance and getting in indoctrinated into a higher than secret program
• Ability to recognize known worms/viruses based on their signatures
• Ability to recognize network intrusion events and to differentiate false positives
• Ability to recognize successful intrusions and compromises through review and analysis of relevant event logs and other detailed information
Desired Skills:
• TS/SCI Preferred
• Certified Ethical Hacker certification
• Unix and/or Microsoft operation system training
The Computer Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) is responsible for implementing and enforcing national, DOD (8500.01, 6510, etc.), and MDA security policies and directives. The CNDA is responsible for continuous network security monitoring, intrusion detection, and incident response actions to defend the C2BMC component of the Ballistic Missile Defense Communications Network (BMD COMNET) and C2BMC mission systems and services. Develops a network defense visibility display and directs/executes time sensitive adjustments to the network security posture to minimize or counter operational risk. The CNDA collects stores and presents data and metrics for use by senior leaders to conduct Operational Risk Management (ORM) decisions on the network security posture and perform proactive security functions established to assist BMD organizations in deterring, detecting, isolating, containing, and recovering from information system (IS) and network security intrusions and mitigating known network vulnerabilities. The CNDA operates and administers the BMD provided computer network defense suite of tools, to include firewalls, correlated log analysis, intruder alert and related services to protect BMD COMNET infrastructure and information services from internal and external threats.
• Performs other related duties and assignments as required.
Position requires rotating 24x7 shift work. Candidate will be assigned to a shift, to be determined by mission requirements. Some substitute rotation during off-shifts, including nights and weekends will be required.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.