Cyber Security Engineer (Cyber Patching - RedHat Satellite)

Minimum Clearance Required

Secret

Responsibilities

I2X Technologies is a reputable technology services company to the Federal Government.  Whether the focus is on space exploration, national security, cyber security, or cutting-edge engineering applications, I2X is ready to offer you the chance to make a real-world impact in your field and for your country.  We provide long-term growth and development. Headquartered in Colorado, I2X is engaged in programs across the country and in more than 20 states.  Our programs support multiple Federal agencies, the Department of Defense and often focused on the space initiatives of our government customers.

 

I2X Technologies is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to support ongoing activities for a customer in Colorado Springs, CO or Huntsville, AL. This position will be *on-site* and will require an active Secret clearance. 

• The selected candidate will develop and test patches to fix Software, Hardware, and Firmware vulnerabilities

• Candidate will concentrate on vulnerability management including analysis and remediation of IAVMs, Cyber Tasking Orders (CTOs), Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs), Vendor Patches and STIG configurations.

• Specific tasks may include, but are not limited to:

  • Installation and configuration of Linux from the OS up to the application level.

  • Documentation and verification of all installation and configuration steps for the labs

  • Develop test plans/procedures for software integration and unit test.

  • Work with software developers and/or vendors as needed to help diagnose and identify the root cause of problems found during system integration.

  • Submit problem reports for errors found per Agile processes and coordinate daily integration activities 

• This position is also responsible for the development and implementation of Cyber Releases. Tasks include but aren't limited to:
  • Installing and unit testing Cyber Products
  • Providing redlines to engineers and feedback to Cyber Leadership will be required as part of this position responsibilities.
  • Documenting lessons learned, best security engineering practices, and industry standards will be required in daily tasks as well.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree with 3 years of experience, or Bachelors with 5 years of professional experience
• Active Secret clearance 
• IAT Level II certification
• User experience configuring and patching Linux systems with Red Hat Satellite and Capsules
• Hands on experience scripting, installing, and testing patches on Linux hosts
• Application experience with writing and deploying Ansible playbooks
• Knowledge of executing Security Hardening on LINUX Operating Systems based on approved DISA STIGs and SRGs.
• Technical trouble shooting of COTS software applications, data analytics of system vulnerabilities and mission impacts, and risk mitigation resulting in system authorization

Desired:

• Executing Agile tasks throughout a System Development Lifecycle
• Familiarity with scripting Windows Group Policy Objects (GPOs)
• Hands on experience with industry standard Cybersecurity tools such as Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP), NESSUS, and Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)
• Demonstrated experience analyzing and implementing NIST SP 800-53 Security Controls of Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation across multiple phases of mission system

 

Essential Requirements:

US Citizenship is required.

 

In compliance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the annual base salary range for this position is listed . Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. I2X Technologies considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

 

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly sit, walk, stand and climb stairs and steps. May require walking long distance from parking to work station. Occasionally, movement that requires twisting at the neck and/or trunk more than the average person, squatting/ stooping/kneeling, reaching above the head, and forward motion will be required. The employee will continuously be re