Cybersecurity Engineer/Server Administrator

$125,000 - $137,000/Yr

Batteries Plus - West Point, NY

Full-time

Remote - West Point, NY

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Cybersecurity Engineer/Server Administrator role at Oneida Technical Solutions involves supporting the cybersecurity needs of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, NY. The position focuses on the configuration, administration, and security of servers, both on-premises and in the Azure cloud, while providing expertise in assessing vulnerabilities and implementing security measures. The role may accommodate a hybrid/remote work schedule depending on contract requirements and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Assessing server cybersecurity vulnerabilities and risks and providing specific, prioritized mitigation recommendations.
• Advising the customer on design and implementation options for desired capabilities.
• Documentation and testing of security controls.
• Continuous monitoring of server capabilities and data, vulnerability remediation, configuration, and operation to ensure security of the customer network.
• Assist with defining Host Based Security Systems (HBSS), Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Assist the customer in defining server best practices and technical approaches in a MS Azure commercial cloud environment.
• Track and perform annual re-evaluation of Cyber regulations, policies, guidelines, standards, and procedures, and perform updates as needed.
• Function as the organizational ambassador for server security and apply expertise to support the organization's vision and strategic direction.
• Demonstrate proficiency in understanding, articulating, and implementing best practices as it relates to complex IT projects.
• Active participation in activities related to server life cycle.
• Cultivate and maintain effective working relationships with customer team members, server admins, project managers, department computer officers (DCOs), and representatives of the Military Academy Directorates (MADs).
• Articulate dissemination of information across all levels of the organization and to diverse stakeholders.
• Translate subject matter technical terminology into business terms and recommend alternatives to both senior management and security practitioners.

Requirements

• Intermediate System Administrator, Vulnerability Assessor, or Security Control Assessor certification (Security+, GSEC, etc.).
• Experience with Windows Server Administration using Azure Virtual Machines to build/deploy secure baselines.
• Knowledge of configuration management and quality assurance concepts and guidelines such as AGILE, ITIL, IEEE, NIST, SEI, CMMI, and PMBOK.
• Knowledge of NIST Special Publication 800-53.
• Knowledge of DoD Risk Management Framework (e.g., DoD Instruction 8510.01).
• Experience with Server Admin compliance Software.
• Familiarity with IT Ticketing systems.
• Experience as Server Admin in a commercial cloud environment.
• Technical knowledge of current technology and emerging trends.
• Experience with lifecycle Server Management with physical and MS Azure cloud environment.
• Strong communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Ability to build relationships across a diverse stakeholder environment.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's Degree in related technical discipline; or an Associate's Degree with 3+ years of experience.
• CISSM, CISSP or equivalent certification.
• Experience with Steel Cloud ConfigOS compliance Software.
• Knowledge of Army's Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS).
• Experience with Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) findings and resolution.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer
• Consideration for all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics
• 5-panel Hair Follicle Drug test requirement