Cyber Security Engineer - Reston, VA (TOP SECRET (Tier 5) clearance)

Company: Elit IT Inc.
Location: Reston
Posted on: May 17, 2025

Job Description:

Cyber Security Engineer

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Reston, VA

(TOP SECRET (Tier 5) clearance) required

Job Description :



Responsibilities include:

Administration and secure configuration of various operating system distributions
Ensure proper operational support of systems, server and hardware while engaging with stake holders through ticketing system
Oversight of the installation and configuration of systems to comply with Government regulations
Generate and maintain system, security, and process documentation
Respond and remediate system and network security vulnerabilities
Implement, test, and support new and emerging technologies while applying security best practices, and required compliance measures
Conduct risk assessments to determine residual level of risk and any required mitigations
Present system and network security principles and technology solutions to diverse audiences
Participate in the implementation of required policies, procedures, and configurations; make recommendations for improvements

Required skills and experience include: -

The ability to certify and maintain information security related certification (Security+, CASP+, CySA+)
Knowledge in NIST/ISO standards, DoD directives, and regulatory requirements (800-171/53 and CMMC)
Systems integration in a heterogeneous network environment
Operating and providing systems administration and support in a high-security research computing environment

Preferred skills and experience include:

A current, fully adjudicated counterintelligence polygraph
Experience in automating management of Windows and Linux systems
VMware administration (vRealize, vSphere, NSX, SRM)
Experience in development of secure Windows and Linux system baseline configurations
LDAP authentication and management
Enterprise storage resources (ECS, Unity, Nimble, PowerStore)
Systems management (SCCM, Centrify, Puppet/Foreman, Redhat Satellite)
Active Directory/Group Policy

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