• Cyber Security Systems Administrator

    SAIC (Colorado Springs, CO)


    Description

    SAIC is seeking an **Entry-Level Cybersecurity Systems Administrator** to support the Space Systems Command to develop, deploy, modernize, and expand the program and its customers.

     

    We are looking for you, a motivated and detail-oriented cybersecurity administrator, to be responsible for assisting with desktop, mobile, and network security, as well as troubleshooting network access issues at our organization. You will work under the guidance of senior team members and help implement network security policies and procedures. Your contribution will support the Space Systems Command in Colorado Springs at Schriever Space Force Base.

    Your day-to-day:

    + Assist in performing technical scans on hardware, operating systems, and software to identify system vulnerabilities.

    + Help with necessary system configuration tasks on Linux and Windows machines to mitigate vulnerabilities under the supervision of experienced staff.

    + Support the ISSO in managing cybersecurity requirements in a TS/SCI Special Access Program for Space System Command in Colorado Springs at multiple sites.

    + Aid in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of cybersecurity tools, including Trellix, HBSS, ACAS, and Solarwinds.

    + Participate in installation, configuration, and troubleshooting tasks to improve the security of software and systems.

    + Maintain accurate documentation of all technical procedures and tasks.

    + Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve mission objectives.

    Qualifications

    This is you:

    + Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field (relevant coursework or projects may be considered as experience). Four (4) years’ of relevant IT and/or cyber experience will be accepted in lieu of degree.

    + Active Top Secret clearance or equivalent with SCI eligibility preferred, and ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI.

    + CompTIA Security+ or equivalent certification required for DoD 8570 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level 2 compliance.

    + Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices.

    + Experience with Linux based operating systems is a plus.

    + Familiarity with enterprise tools and their installation, configuration and maintenance.

    You will wow us even more if you have these skills:

    + Familiarity with common cybersecurity tools and frameworks such as SCAPs, STIGs, ACAS, Nessus, etc.

    + Basic scripting skills in languages like Python, Powershell, or Bash.

    + Exposure to tools used for scanning and securing source code, such as Fortify.

    + Familiarity with networking tools and concepts, including Cisco products.

    + Experience with virtualization tools like VMware, VirtualBox, or various hypervisors is a plus.

     

    This role represents an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start their career in cybersecurity within an exciting and dynamic environment, supporting critical national security missions.

     

    Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

    REQNUMBER: 2509667

    SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability