Wireless Intrusion Detection Specialist Level III

Type of Requisition:

Pipeline

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Cyber and IT Risk Management

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Wireless, Wireless Engineering, Wireless Networks, Wireless Systems, Wireless Telecommunications

Certifications:

None

Experience:

8 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Wireless Intrusion Detection Specialist Level III

The successful candidate shall deliver comprehensive active monitoring and response (M&R) services designed to detect unauthorized signals and provide mitigation recommendations across all organizational facilities.

Utilizing the Bastille Wireless Intrusion Detection System (WIDS) and hand-held equipment during daily operations, the successful candidate shall conduct wireless assessments to identify prohibited technologies.

Service deliverables include real-time alert analysis, threat classification, incident assessment, and incident reporting in strict accordance with ICD 503 and other applicable directives, as well as coordination with government security personnel to ensure comprehensive security posture maintenance.

The successful candidate shall conduct research and prepare formal recommendations for wireless devices under consideration for addition to the Authorized Equipment List (AEL) IAW the Technical Security and Signals Countermeasures (TSSC) Wireless Survey Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

Utilizing wireless monitoring systems, the Contractor shall systematically identify unauthorized signals and develop recommended mitigation strategies. Upon detection of system alerts, the Contractor shall deploy mobile tools to locate the source device, coordinate appropriate Personnel Security Officer (PSO) response actions, and generate comprehensive follow-on reporting documentation to ensure complete incident resolution and organizational awareness.

The successful candidate shall conduct all M&R activities IAW the Technical Security and Signals Countermeasures Wireless Survey Standard Operating Procedures

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

WIDS Specialist Level III (West) shall possess a

● Bachelor’s Degree with 4 years of relevant experience or Associate’s Degree with 6 years of relevant experience or High School / GED with 8 years of relevant experience.

● Security clearance level: TS/SCI with polygraph

● US citizenship required

Desired Experience

Experience in WIDS administrative functions, metrics, and active M&R.

Experience with wireless monitoring equipment to identify unauthorized signals and make recommended mitigations and response.

Experience with mobile wireless direction-finding equipment and signal detection, identification, and reporting.

Experience working with the IC and DOW elements and supporting Contractor base.

Experience in writing operating procedures and reporting templates to ensure best practices are being implemented across the sections in accordance with national and DOW requirements.

Comprehensive knowledge of National and DOW directives, orders, regulations, and instructions governing the conduct of WIDS activities.

Comprehensive knowledge of wireless protocols and Radio Frequency (RF) theory.

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The likely salary range for this position is $147,292 - $199,278. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

25-50%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA CO Aurora - 18201 E Devils Thumb Ave (COC042)

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and rec