Network Operations Specialist

Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
SCA

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Information System Security, Simulations, System Security
Certifications:
None
Experience:
3 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Network Operations Specialist II at the XVIII Airborne Corps Hub and Spoke Mission Training Complexes. Here, you'll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our customer. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Network Operations Specialist II you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Training Support Lead joining our team to help build and enable the readiness of our Nation's Army in the Pacific!

HOW AN ALTERNATE ISSO WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Implements security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, antivirus, and encryption
• Exercise network protocols, architectures, and security measures like VPN and IDS/IPS
• Ensures the cybersecurity Risk Management process and appropriate operational security posture is maintained and documented for the MTC Type Training Enclaves and MTC Training Exercise Network
• In depth knowledge of Information Security principles
• Follows DoD Directives and Instructions 8140, 8570-01-M, Army regulations AR 25-2, NIST Special Publications 800-53, 800-39, as well as following guidance from other cyber agencies in NETCOM, and CYBERCOM
• Conducts scheduled SCANs of the training enclaves and systems
• Assist with creating RMF products such as plans of action and milestones (POA&M) and STIG checklist and performs continuous monitoring of applied STIGs and patches
• Assist in validation of applied STIGs and patches performed by the SAs and NAs. Updates and documents STIGs in response to vulnerabilities identified during risk assessments, audits, & inspections
• Conducts periodic auditing and compliance checks to assess vulnerabilities of the network and systems
• Produces artifacts and trackers, as well as other documents to meet the Security Control Assessment - Validation (SCA-V) requirement to maintain the MTC Type ATO
• Maintains and updates records and artifacts into the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) system to support and comply with the RMF process
• Assures successful implementation and functionality of security requirements and appropriate IT policies and procedures that are consistent with the organization's mission and goals
• Conducts regular audits to ensure that systems are being operated securely, and information systems security policies and procedures are being implemented as defined in security plans
• Safeguards the network against unauthorized infiltration, modification, destruction, or disclosure.
• May server as a task or team lead; not a people manager
• Performs other duties as required

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Education: BA/BS (in computer science, information systems, engineering, or related field with concentration in computer based technology); or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training.
• Required Experience: 3+ years of related experience; Military and MTC experience preferred
• Required Technical Skills: Skilled in eMASS; Expert knowledge of the SCA-V process and inspection program; Expert understanding of NIST, DoD, & Army Cybersecurity & Risk Management Framework policies, directives, instructions, manuals, and best business practices
• Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI
• Required Skills and Abilities: Appropriate DoD 8570.01-M baseline certifications as an IAT II is required; Knowledge of current industry methods for evaluating, implementing, and disseminating IT security assessment, monitoring, detection and remediation tools and procedures utilizing standards-based concepts and capabilities; Knowledge of disaster recovery continuity of operations plans; Knowledge of enterprise incident response program, roles, and responsibilities; Knowledge of network security architecture concepts including topology, protocols, components, and principles; Knowledge of server administration and systems engineering theories, concepts, and methods; Experience with Solarwinds or similar discovery and analysis tools; Advanced knowledge of Network and Cybersecurity Architecture planning and maintenance support; Advanced experience in Cybersecurity documentation and auditing tools
• Location: On Customer Site
• US Citizenship Required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $30.44 - $41.18. 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:
Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA NY Fort Drum

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 receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process:
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

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