Security Systems Engineer - Washington DC

Systems Security Engineer

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please follow the next steps. All positions are onsite, unless otherwise stated. NorthHill Technology Resources has a need for a Systems Security Engineer to support a Federal Program in Washington, DC. This is a direct-hire role with our client, a fast-growing Federal Cybersecurity Integrator. A TS/SCI and Yankee White Clearance is required.

The Security Systems Engineer will be responsible for the technical management of security infrastructure supporting both Windows and Linux-based network platforms. The role involves overseeing security system maintenance, upgrades, and expansion, ensuring all systems comply with Department of Defense (DoD) and DISA (Defense Information Systems Agency) policies. This position is located at the Naval Station Anacostia Annex in Washington, DC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Security Infrastructure Management: Oversee and manage security infrastructure on Windows and Linux-based networks. Ensure compliance with DoD policies and DISA guidelines for system and security updates, patches, and configurations.
• System Maintenance: Conduct security system maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting in line with DISA requirements, ensuring system performance, security, and availability.
• Network Operations: Maintain and monitor security systems, including IDS, HBSS, and related tools, to ensure the health of applications and systems.
• Security Policy Development: Create and update security policies, procedures, and configurations in accordance with DISA standards to protect critical network infrastructure.
• Incident Response: Work with first responders and analysts to detect and address security anomalies and events through system monitoring, HBSS reports, and incident tracking.
• Reporting & Analysis: Develop and generate SQL-based reports, run queries, and analyze system logs and HBSS data to identify and resolve potential security threats.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with various divisions and departments to resolve security issues, ensure system upgrades, and meet operational objectives.
• Training & Documentation: Develop training materials and provide on-site training regarding system configurations, security tools, and policies. Maintain detailed documentation for system configurations and procedures.
• Security Detection & Prevention: Implement and tune security software to detect and prevent malicious activity, including deploying, configuring, and testing new agents.