• Senior System Administrator - Network Security

    St. George Tanaq Corporation (Suitland, MD)


    Senior System Administrator - Network Security

     

    WFH Flexible•Suitland, MD (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Suitland+MD+USA)

     

    Job Type

     

    Full-time

    Description

    Overview

     

    Tanaq Technical Services (TTS), a division of St. George Tanaq (SGT)Corporation, is an 8(a) Alaskan Native Small Business that specializes in delivering Enterprise Integrated Technology Solutions and Support Services to the Federal Government. TTS’s innovative approach combines proactive strategies, efficient processes, and emerging technologies to deliver seamless, integrated services for our clients. TTS prides itself in being Mission Driven, People Focused. To learn more about us, visit https://tanaq.com/tanaq-technical-services.

     

    About the Role

     

    We are seeking a **Senior System Administrator – Network Security** to support our federal government customer. The Senior Security Administrator will be the Security Team lead and provide security services and support for the government customers' network, as well as policy compliance support for the Division.

     

    This is a hybrid remote position based in Suitland, Maryland, that will require some onsite work at the customer’s location. This position is contingent on contract award.

    Responsibilities

    + Creating or updating security infrastructure and

    + Continually monitoring networks for unauthorized access or suspicious activities.

    + Work with company staff members to help them stay connected and keep their work devices secure while they are online.

    + Design and operate a training program, Service Level Agreements (SLA’s), and Standard Operating Procedures which helps employees understand cybersecurity measures and best practice

    + Install new software releases, system upgrades, evaluates and installs patches and resolves software related problems.

    + Perform system backups and recovery.

    + Maintain data files and monitors system configuration to ensure data integrity.

    + Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

    + Provide IT Security support to the Information System Security Officer (ISSO) and System Owner (SO) working closely with System Administrators and other security staff within the USCB.

    + Support ISSO with continuous monitoring and risk-profiling activities.

    + Create and package evidence and artifacts for TCO-managed components for OIS review.

    + Design, install, configure, maintain, administer policy and services, monitor, document, manage, and perform reviews and problem resolution for firewall solution based on NIST guidance and Agency Security Policy that incorporates single and/or multiple firewalls.

    + Design, install, configure, maintain, administer policy and services, monitor, document, manage, and perform reviews and problem resolution for Content Filtering solutions that include Web Security Gateways and Email Security Gateways, based of NIST guidance and Agency Information Technology Security Policy.

    + Design, install, configure, maintain, administer policy and services, monitor, document, manage, and perform reviews and problem resolution for Network Access Control solution that is based on the most recent version of NIST guidance 800-53 and Census Information Technology Security Policy.

    + Performs a variety of IT-related tasks.

    Requirements

    Required Experience and Skills

    + Minimum 8 years of experience in IT security for federal agencies.

    + Experience being a team lead or managing/directing others.

    + Extensive knowledge of NIST 800-53, FISMA, and federal IT security standards.

    + Familiarity with Remedy, Splunk and SolarWinds.

    + Experience and expertise in using the Gigamon toolset

    + Proficient with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the IT security field.

    + Experience managing systems for a federal government agency.

    + Experience with network security, including firewall, VPN, and IDS/IPS management.

    + Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

    + Ability to pass required Federal background screening/security check, including basic and expanded investigations. Ability to obtain and maintain both government clearance and customer approval.

    + **U.S. Citizenship required.**

    Education and Training

    + Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or a related field.

    + Professional Certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), CCNA Security, CCNP Security, Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA), Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP), CCIE Security, Cisco IronPort Web Security Appliance (WSA), Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), or Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) Certifications., or similar certifications, highly desired.

    Physical Requirements

    + Candidates must reside in or within commutable distance of Suitland, Maryland.

    + Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. May need to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

     

    Pay Range

     

    The projected annual salary range for this position is $125,000-$156,000 USD. Please note that the salary information listed is a good-faith estimate for this position and a general guideline only. Multiple factors are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, education, certifications, and competencies that align with the specified role, geographic location, as well as business considerations and contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

     

    Benefits Information

     

    Benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Tanaq. Full-time US-based employees gain access to healthcare benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision), Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k), Flexible Spending Account, EAP, Education Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.

     

    Who We Are

     

    Tanaq Technical Services (TTS) strives to deeply understand and analyze our clients’ vision, needs, and requirements so we may provide alternative solutions, empowering them to choose the best resolution. We aim to achieve excellence by delivering on our commitments to our clients, employees, and partners.

     

    Our Commitment to Non-Discrimination

     

    Tanaq Technical Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Tanaq complies with the Drug-free Workplace Act of 1988 and E-Verify.

     

    If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing any part of the application process, please email [email protected] to request a reasonable accommodation. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

     

    Notice on Candidate AI Usage

     

    Tanaq is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive interview process for all candidates based on their experience, skills, and education. To ensure the integrity of the interview process, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during phone, in-person, and virtual interviews is not allowed. However, candidates who require a reasonable accommodation that may involve AI are required to contact us prior to their interview at [email protected].

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    https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/3505347