Senior Cybersecurity Network Defense Administrator

Overview/ Job Responsibilities

Position is contingent upon contract award and funding.

Entarian is looking for a The Senior Cybersecurity Network Defense Administrator (Information Assurance Engineer - Senior) will be responsible for performing a variety of network defense activities in accordance with established guidelines and best practices.


The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Managing ACAS infrastructure, configuration, scanning, reporting, and analysis activities in accordance with the DISA ACAS Best Practices Guide
• Manage Army Endpoint Security Solution (AESS) Site Reviewer activities, DISA Whitelist, and PKI Tokens
• Performing STIG Compliance scanning and reporting, providing Ports, Protocols, & Services Management (PPSM) support, and reviewing proposed configuration changes for security impact
• In-processing and out-processing tasks, manage updates to the designated training and certification tracking system, and participate in SW Assurance reviews to ensure ACAS findings are re-mediated or appropriately documented via eMASS POA&M

Salary range: $90,000.00 - $125,000.00

Minimum Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
• Cybersecurity Certification (such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)/Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP)/Security+/Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH/etc.)
• Minimum 10 years' experience with Cybersecurity and Network Defense related areas
• Experience with ACAS management, including infrastructure management, configuration, scanning, reporting, and analysis
• Proficiency in managing Army Endpoint Security Solution (AESS) Site Reviewer activities
• Experience with DISA White-list management
• Knowledge of PKI Token management
• Strong understanding of DoD STIGs and ability to perform STIG Compliance scanning and reporting
• Experience providing Ports, Protocols, & Services Management (PPSM) support
• Ability to review proposed configuration changes for security impact
• Experience with in-processing and out-processing tasks related to account management functions

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent years of experience
• Familiarity with DISA ACAS Best Practices Guide and NETCOM policies
• Familiarity with DISA Continuous Monitoring and Risk Scoring (CMRS)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
• Experience with Army enterprise monitoring tools and practices
• Knowledge of security regulations and best industry practices
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with various Stakeholders
• Experience with incident response activities
• Understanding of Continuity of Operations Plans and Communication Plans
• Experience with security compliance and control documentation

About Us

Formed through the strategic union of Sev1Tech and ERT, Entarian is a premier provider of mission-critical engineering and technology solutions. Founded on a legacy of excellence dating back to 1993, Entarian is a product of an evolved and fully diversified engineering and federal technology leader. From deep space to defense and civilian missions, Entarian delivers secure, mission-aligned digital solutions that drive national resilience and operational effectiveness. We don't just support modernization; we define it.

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