Cybersecurity Systems Engineer III

Basic Qualifications: 8 years of experience in areas like security analysis, security assessment, security design reviews, or threat modeling Ability to effectively communicate technical information both verbally and in writing Ability to analyze complex security issues, identify root causes, and develop solutions Ability to adjust to shifting priorities in accordance with mission support Ability to work effectively with other engineers, developers, and stakeholders Ability to identify and resolve issues independently, with minimal supervision Ability to pay close attention to detail and follow security procedures accurately Ability to adapt to changing security landscapes and technologies Ability to learn new technologies and techniques Required Skills/Knowledge: Current Secret clearance DoD 8570 IAT Level III certification Bachelor’s degree in field like Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience Experience in organizations that handle sensitive data or operate in mission-critical environments Experience with security protocols, computer and network security, and coding in at least one general purpose language (Python, Java, etc.) Experience with one or more observability tools (Splunk ES, Dynatrace, Grafana, AWS CloudWatch, DataDog, etc) Bias toward automation with experience in at least one scripting language or tool (Python, Bash, PowerShell, PowerCLI, Ansible, Chef, Puppet, etc.) Experience with vulnerability scanning platforms (Tenable, Remedy, Tychon, etc.) Experience with at least one common cyber security platform (Trellix, ForeScout, FortiNet, Crowdstrike, etc) Understanding of security concepts, best practices, and industry standards like NIST and ISO 27001 Experience with SIEM (Security Information and Event Management), IDS/IPS (Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems), firewalls, DLP (Data Loss Prevention), and other security systems Understanding of network protocols, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and network security architecture Knowledge of operating systems, hardware, and software security, including vulnerabilities, hardening techniques, and secure coding practices Ability to identify and assess vulnerabilities in systems and applications, as well as perform penetration testing Ability to analyze logs and other data to identify security threats and incidents Desired Skills/Knowledge: Experience in DoD STIG/RMF environments and the DoD ATO process. Understanding of security principles involved in Zero Trust Network Architecture and tools required to implement it Experience with cloud infrastructure, cloud security best practices, and cloud security controls (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) Want to learn more about Government Services? Check us out on our platform: https://www.wwt.com/public-sector https://www.wwt.com/government-services Preferred locations: Remote Travel Required: 25 - 75%. May require onsite trips to the VA/DC/MD area and client site locations. Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $130,000.00 to $140,000.00 annually. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base pay. The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees: Health and Wellbeing: Health, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement Paid Time Off: PTO and Sick Leave (starting at 20 days per year) & Holidays (10 per year), Parental Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement Additional Perks: Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. Our goal is to cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages innovation, collaboration, and respect for all team members, ensuring that WWT remains a great place to work for All! If you have any questions or concerns about this posting, please email taposting@wwt.com . #LI-AH1 #clearancejobs This is a full-time direct hire position and you must currently have an active Secret Security Clearance or above. We are not able to offer visa sponsorship, 1099 status, or work with C2C for this role. Why WWT? At World Wide Technology, we work together to make a new world happen. Our important work benefits our clients and partners as much as it does our people and communities across the globe. WWT is dedicated to achieving its mission of creating a profitable growth company that is also a Great Place to Work for All. We achieve this through our world-class culture, generous benefits and by delivering cutting-edge technology solutions for our clients. Founded in 1990, WWT is a global technology solutions provider leading the AI and Digital Revolution. WWT combines the power of strategy, execution and partnership to accelerate digital transformational outcomes for organizations around the globe. Through its Advanced Technology Center, a collaborative ecosystem of the world's most advanced hardware and software solutions, WWT helps clients and partners conceptualize, test and validate innovative technology solutions for the best business outcomes and then deploys them at scale through its global warehousing, distribution and integration capabilities. With over 12,000 employees across WWT and Softchoice and more than 60 locations around the world, WWT's culture, built on a set of core values and established leadership philosophies, has been recognized 14 years in a row by Fortune and Great Place to Work® for its unique blend of determination, innovation and creating a great place to work for all. Want to work with highly motivated individuals on high-performance teams? Join WWT today! What is the Government Services Team and why join? Our Government Services team provides cleared resources with a global reach to federal civilian, Department of Defense (DoD), and intelligence community markets. We excel at delivering innovative, operationally ready, and cost-effective IT solutions that accelerate the interoperability and resiliency of mission-critical systems. What will you be doing? WWT is looking for a Cybersecurity Systems Engineer III on an Enterprise Zero Trust Program for a DoD client supporting installation, migration, and configuration activities at multiple locations. Key Responsibilities: Perform, or review, technical security assessments of computing environments to identify points of vulnerability, non-compliance with established IA standards and regulations, and recommend mitigation strategies Validate and verify system security requirements definitions and analysis and establish system security designs Design, develop, implement and/or integrate IA and security systems and system components including those for networking, computing, and enclave environments to include those with multiple enclaves and with differing data protection/classification requirements Build IA into systems deployed to operational environments Assist architects and systems developers in the identification and implementation of appropriate information security functionality to ensure uniform application security policy and enterprise solutions Support the building of security architectures Enforce the design and implementation of trusted relations among external systems and architectures Assess and mitigate system security threats/risks throughout the program life cycle Contribute to the security planning, assessment, risk analysis, risk management, certification and awareness activities for system and networking operations