Senior Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) (Cyber) SME with

Gemini Industries Inc. provides technical, management and operations services to support National Security projects. We provide rapid response to the critical needs of our customers and those they serve. We perform analyses and develop operations plans to anticipate and prepare for the future. And we deliver advanced technology to improve our customer's success in executing its mission. Gemini seeks innovative, results–oriented individuals with the creativity, initiative, and intelligence to overcome any challenge and succeed. Members of the Gemini team thrive in a culture that is anticipatory, agile, and schedule–driven; with a sense of urgency and a drive to succeed.

Senior Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) (Cybersecurity) (SME)

Location: Fairfax, VA (Telework eligible)
Clearance: TS Clearance, SCI Eligible
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field (Master's Degree in STEM preferred)

Outcomes:

The successful candidate is expected to accomplish the following outcomes during the first year in the position:

1. Formally track all tasks, to include: assigned by, suspense, status, and comments on all assigned tasks through completion and be prepared to brief upon request.
2. Develop digital continuity folders and files that include standard operating procedures, workflows and POC lists to accomplish all tasks.
3. Create 2–3 products beyond the client's requirements that positively impact the client to either increase efficiency, effectiveness, or innovation.
4. Master position tasks within 60 days and exceed requirements within 90 days.

Responsibilities:

The Senior Information Systems Security Engineer (SME) will directly support the Secretary of the Air Force (SAF) / Concept Development Management Office (CDM) Mission Infrastructure Innovation Directorate (CDMM), Cyber Data Recon & Exploitation Division (CDRE). This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining security controls to protect the organization's information systems in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) requirements. Responsibilities include:

1. Develop strategies to address potential solutions to complex problems.
2. Develop and document requirements from project inception to conclusion.
3. Provide strategic advice, technical guidance, and expertise to program and project staff.
4. Expertise in application of security controls and all technical mechanisms required by DoD RMF/JSIG.
5. Expertise in engineering, administration, and configuration of Nessus scans and policies, Trellix/McAfee back end and policies, Splunk or Elastic SIEMs.
6. Expertise in application of STIGs, and various security mechanisms within Windows and Linux.
7. Proficiency of administration of AWS cloud console and cybersecurity mechanisms.
8. Ability to learn and integrate AWS artificial intelligence service, tools, and features outputs into security tools.
9. Proficiency in incident response execution.
10. Provide detailed analysis, evaluation, and recommendations for improvements, optimization, and/or maintenance efforts for specified mission–critical challenges/issues.
11. Assist with defense and intelligence enterprise activities by developing complementary public/private cooperation ideas.
12. Coordinates cross–functional teams through meetings and progress measuring activities.
13. Participates in project performance review meetings and discussions.
14. Support a cross–functional team with financial management and administrative support.
15. Assist in development of white papers on various topics to support the directorate's initiatives, as requested.

Qualifications:

The candidate must have the following qualifications:

1. Minimum of 7 years of experience in information security, with at least 3 years in hands on technical defensive or offensive roles.
2. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
3. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a rapidly changing and demanding environment.
4. Detail oriented, flexible, ability to context switch.
5. Expert in various domains of Information Technology (cloud, cybersecurity, networking, etc.).
6. Expert in two of the following domains – vulnerability analysis and vulnerability management, SIEM operations and defensive cyber operations, red/blue/purple team/threat hunting operations.
7. Expert in body of evidence building and assessment and authorization activities within DoD environments.
8. Experience operating in cloud cybersecurity and shared responsibility models, networking, and/or data experience (required).
9. DoD 8570.01–M IAM Level III certification (CISSP or CASP) (required).

Desired Qualifications:

The following qualifications are desired:

1. Experience with DEVSECOPS, containerization, and zero–trust architectures (preferred).
2. Offensive Security or SANs certifications (OSCP, GCIA, GCIH, GPEN, GXPN, GDAT, etc.) (preferred).
3. Cloud Service Provider Associate or Professional Certifications (preferred).
4. Splunk or Elastic Certifications (preferred).
5. Experience in cybersecurity red/blue/purple/threat hunting teams (preferred).
6. Experience with Department of Defense (DoD) and/or AF administrative processes (preferred).

Travel:

Some local travel may be expected.

Other Requirements:

We seek highly motivated self–starters, resourceful individuals with extraordinary intellectual capability and the ability to rapidly learn and apply new concepts. Individuals who have a "let me try" attitude and are resilient, present an opinion/position, justify it, and then accept whatever decision is made and charge forward. Individuals who view criticism as an opportunity to improve.

Direct Inquiries and Resumes to our Talent Management Team:
Yashira Santiago
Gemini Industries Inc.
Telephone: 286 – 4777

Gemini Industries Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.