Cyber Security Engineer - NSS Tools

Cyber Security Engineer focusing on NSS Tools and Linux systems to enhance network defense and cybersecurity capabilities, with TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Create and deploy shell scripts to automate routine system maintenance, improving efficiency and reliability.
• Set up and manage system logging, including remote logging, to support thorough log analysis for troubleshooting and security monitoring.
• Configure and sustain networking services, including firewall rules and SELinux policies, to ensure secure and optimized system performance.
• Manage local storage using partitions and logical volumes tailored to project requirements.
• Install, configure, and maintain systems, ensuring software installations, updates, and core services are kept current.
• Apply knowledge of DNS, SMTP, and DHCP, and use network troubleshooting tools such as tcpdump, Traceroute, Ping, Netstat, and nslookup to diagnose and resolve issues.

Requirements

• Strong Linux system administration experience, with proficiency in shell scripting and system automation.
• Expertise in configuring system logging, analyzing logs for troubleshooting, and implementing secure networking services.
• Familiarity with AWS services such as EC2, S3, CloudFormation, and Terraform is advantageous.
• Experience with automation tools like Ansible and version control systems such as GitHub/GitLab for script and code management.
• Proactive approach to system optimization and a continuous learning mindset to stay updated with the latest in Linux systems and cybersecurity.
• Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams to achieve system-related goals.
• Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance with experience working on US Government contracts.
• DOD 8570 IAT II and CSSP Infrastructure Support certifications.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• 7+ years of related experience in SEIM, network operations, network engineering, leading technology teams, leading operation cybersecurity teams, or a combination thereof.

Technologies

• Linux
• Shell scripting
• AWS (EC2, S3, CloudFormation, Terraform)
• Ansible
• GitHub
• GitLab
• SELinux
• tcpdump
• Traceroute
• Ping
• Netstat
• nslookup

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Wellness
• Financial
• Retirement
• Family support
• Continuing education
• Time off benefits
• Flexible time off
• Learning and development opportunities
• Competitive compensation

What You Can Expect

• A culture of integrity.
• An environment of trust.
• A focus on continuous growth.

Location: St. Louis, MO onsite. Salary: USD 75,200 - 158,100 per year. Education: Bachelor's degree.