Cyber Security Analyst III / Virtualization Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

Job Description SRC is continuing and expanding our support of the Navy's Network Security Integrated Product Team (NS IPT) Computer Network Defense (CND) program on a five year delivery order. The SRC team provides cutting-edge engineering, analysis, integration and life cycle sustainment support for the NS IPT/CND systems. The purpose of the Navy's NW IPT/CND program is to augment CND capabilities and integrate them into the unique environments encountered by Navy forces. Navy CND is an integral part of the cyber defense posture, protecting the Navy's component of the Global Information Grid (GIG) from exploitation and strongly linking to critical infrastructure protection. Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) - Atlantic requires resources to support the Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) and Integration activities for the Information Technology for the 21st Century (IT-21), and OCONUS Navy Enterprise Network (ONENET) networks, to enhance network and cyber security. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides network security design, installation, support, and system administration support for Computer Network Defense Systems (CNDS)
Performs product testing, product evaluation and reviews, network design, and system development of Information Assurance (IA) and network systems. This team consists of numerous engineers and SME's tasked with finding the next solutions for CND systems Designs, builds and maintains VMware-based virtualization environments utilizing vSphere, VMware Tanzu, VMware NSX
Establishes a foundation for Orchestration of Containerized Applications, focusing on migration and use cases for existing applications in addition to general Container Security concept Requirements MINIMUM SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:
Five (5) to eight (8) years of experience in relevant technical field, to include: Technology Analysis and Assessment, Design Definition, Development of Systems Specification, Systems Analysis, Systems Architecture, Systems/Equipment Integration, Test & Evaluation Criteria, and Logistics support of C5ISR requirements
A DoD 8570.1 IAT Level II certifications is desired for this position
Have one of the following security certifications: GSEC, Security +, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP
An additional OS/OE cert in relevant technology area: VMware or equivalent Minimum of a Secret security clearance to start, and will require a Top Secret to be obtained after on-boardingDESIRED SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:
Extensive experience in supporting, testing and integrating one or more of the following: Virtual hosting solutions, to include experience with hosting environment hardware, back-end storage solutions, virtualization management and virtual networking (NSX-T)
Migration of existing applications to a container framework, and security of container solutions
Compute and storage hardware design and validation for virtual hosting environments
automation of installation and recurring tasks leveraging tools such as Ansible
5+ years' experience in one or more of: VMware or other virtualization or container solutions (such as OpenShift, AHV, or Kubernetes)
Strongly desired to have a professional level certification such as VMware VCPor equivalent
Virtualization and Container Design, Security and Implementation: Proven VMWare administration, design and/or installation experience (vCenter/vSphere, vSAN, NSX-T, Tanzu) experience within the last two years
Experience with virtual machine and container security, including with hardening via DISA STIGs
Experience with container management and deployment architectures, such as Tanzu, OpenShift or Kubernetes
Have experience maintaining and troubleshooting ESXi hosts Experience evaluating services and products provided by COTS/GOTS vendors and provide recommendations
Understanding of data structures and design of highly available systems
Be self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and in a collaborative environment
Knowledge of systems engineering activities and process improvement approaches strongly desired
Be comfortable with the creation of in-depth, accurate technical documentation
Experience developing capabilities that quickly process and provide to end user critical data requests
Experience in developing analytics supporting cyber security use cases that supports decision aids at the strategic, operational and tactical levels of maritime warfare
Have system administration experience on DoD-deployed systems
Knowledge of CND ashore and afloat systems is a plusSRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL WITH TOP SECRET ELIGIBILITY ABOUT US Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients. Scientific Research Corporation offers a competitive salary, an extensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages excellence. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. DIVERSITY & INCLUSION We strongly believe in the abundance of differences among individuals. We value different points of view and appreciate diverse perspectives. We truly believe this is what makes our organization inclusive and more responsive to the needs of our diverse customers. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Scientific Research Corporation endeavors to make accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact for assistance. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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