Computer Network Defense (CND) Security Engineer

Leidos • Suitland, MD

476d • $101,400 - $183,300

About The Position

The Computer Network Defense (CND) Security Engineer at Leidos Defense will provide critical operations, engineering, technical, and program management services to support cyber-related requirements at the National Maritime Intelligence Center. This role involves working independently and as part of a team to secure and monitor IT capabilities against various threats, utilizing advanced technologies and tools.

Requirements

• A current DoD Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• Active IAT Level II DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification (e.g., Security+ CE) or the ability to obtain within 30 days from offer acceptance.
• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience or Master's degree with 6+ years of experience.
• 3+ years of experience in the CND discipline.
• Experience in design, development, integration, implementation, operation, and analysis of cyber security technologies used within the DoD and IC.
• Knowledge of federal cyber security initiatives.
• Experience with vulnerability management and assessment technologies such as McAfee/Trellix ePO and Splunk.
• Experience in conducting vulnerability assessments using Tenable (ACAS) and SCAP benchmark scans.

Nice To Haves

• VMware ESXI experience.
• Nessus Tenable Vulnerability Management Tool experience.
• Expert knowledge of ACAS Scanning.

Responsibilities

• Perform overall analysis and monitor Threat Events in McAfee/Trellix ePO, Splunk Enterprise, Palo Alto Firewall/IDPS, and RSA Authentication Manager.
• Analyze and investigate endpoint alerts including malware, virus, rogue system detection, and removable media.
• Create and utilize Splunk Dashboards to visualize and investigate program data.
• Conduct regular ACAS scans on program systems.
• Research emerging technologies and assess their technical and performance characteristics.
• Develop and maintain documentation for projects and systems, including Requirements and Design Documents, Implementation Plans, and Risk Management Framework Documentation.
• Perform general system administration tasks, including applying and updating STIGs, running SCAP benchmark scans, and managing OS and application patching.

Benefits

• Additional Paid Time Off or a Sign-on Bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree