Information Security System Engineer (ISSE)

Description

Client Solution Architects (CSA) is currently seeking an Information Systems Security Engineer to support a program onsite at Grafenwoehr, Germany.

The Information Security Systems Engineer provides security, systems and hardware engineering to meet U.S. Department of Defense Cybersecurity requirements of the Joint Multinational Simulation Center pertaining to all supported unclassified and classified enclaves and hardware engineering support services for all phases of constructive simulation federation(s); management and operating Army Mission Command Systems (AMCS) to include ADSI, AFATDS, EMT, AMDWS, DCGS-A, JCR, JBC-P, TIGR, TAIS, GCCS-A, BCCS, CPOF, CPCE and JADOCS; integration of constructive simulations and the Joint Multinational Readiness Center Instrumentation System (currently JMRC-IS) and Engagement System (currently MILES II) data with SIMPLE/JMECS for use by C4ISR/ABCS/C2 systems; maintenance of Windows 10/11 workstations, Windows 2019/2022 Server, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux Workstations including DoD IA Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance; local and wide area network management; and digital terrain production and management.

For nearly 50 years, CSA has delivered integrated technology and operational support services to meet the defense and federal sector's most complex enterprise needs. Working from operations centers and shipyards to training sites and program offices, CSA deploys experienced teams, innovative tools, and proven processes to advance federal missions.

How your Role will make an impact:

• Provide system and hardware engineering support services for all phases of constructive simulation federation(s).
• Test all beta and new simulation software, integration software or tools, and simulation federations.
• Provide Windows and Linux System Administration and Engineering support of systems that run software to include JCATS, JDLM, LVC, JLCCTC, LOTS, and DXTRS.
• Integrate and present system data to create a common operation picture (COP) in support of JMSC simulation exercises.
• Provide technical integration solutions and recommendations for exercises to also include networks and computer systems layout and setups for simulations and AMCS.
• Configure, integrate and manage Virtual Battle Space (VBS) simulations during exercises.
• Maintain Windows 10/11 workstations, Windows 2019/2022 Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) workstations including software updates, patches, baselines, etc.
• Use Automated provisioning and updating systems to include VmWare, PDQ, RHEL Satellite, and Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM).
• Setup exercises to include network connectivity, installing server/clients workstations with Windows 10/11, Windows 2019/2022, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8/9, and installing simulation software systems.
• Support the implementation, operation, and maintenance of Information Assurance (IA) logging and monitoring systems and services to include Trellix ESS, Nessus/ACAS. Splunk, LogInsight, Log Correlation Engine, Veeam, GitLab, others.
• Administer multiple enclave infrastructures using VmWare Virtualization (vSphere vCenter, vSAN), CISCO Hyperflex Servers, Windows server 2019/2022 Active Directory Domain Services, Group Policy, and PowerShell automation and scripting.
• Apply customer Risk Management Framework (RMF) IA policies to create and implement procedures necessary to build, maintain, and document secure networking and computing operations in multiple enclave environments. STIG, SCAP skills and tools including Evaluate-STIG and STIG Viewer.
• Utilize Defense-in-Depth principles and technology, including access/control, authorization, identification and authentication, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), network and enterprise security architecture, vulnerability and risk assessments and mitigation.
• Heavy use of VmWare Virtualization (vCenter 7.0 and 8.0) infrastructure and tools.
• As needed, conduct the following: Work from specifications and installation documentation to develop or modify operating systems applications.
• Operates software in a distributed architecture in JLCCTC and JLVC environments.
• Responsible for technical operations, setup and tear down of servers, systems and integration tools; maintaining RMF compliance; providing input to exercise design and technical planning products.
• Create constructive simulation and gaming simulation databases.
• Support the preparation, execution, pre-exercise setup and post-exercise recovery and reset of all facilities, workstations, work areas, TOC Pads, and training areas back to their original configurations.
• Participates in individual training, seminars, conferences, exercise/experiment planning events, site surveys, and exercise and training events and supports the planning and preparation processes and product development as needed.

Requirements

What you will need to have to join our award-winning team:

• Clearance: Must possess and maintain an active U.S. Sefret security cleraance and the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/SCI access
• Education: A bachelor’s degree plus 3 years of recent specialized experience OR an associate’s degree plus 7 years of recent specialized experience OR a major certification plus 7 years of recent specialized experience OR 11 years of recent specialized experience.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II and the ability to obtain IAT Level III within six months of starting.
• Outstanding work ethic and personal integrity.
• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to document and update processes.
• Ability to perform tasks under deadlines.
• Ability to work with senior Government and Industry leaders.
• Possess a very high degree of attention to detail.
• Capable of working at a computer terminal for extended periods.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, day or night, for consecutive days up to 4 weeks.
• Outstanding interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to travel to various locations throughout the USAREUR-AF Theater in Europe and Africa.

What Sets you apart:

• Expertise in implementing software systems engineering process, including development, integration, and testing process is required
• Experience with US DoD modeling and simulation
• Experience with Joint Exercise Life Cycle is preferred
• Bash, Ansible and Powershell scripting skills. VmWare 7/8,
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to document and update processes
• Ability to perform tasks under deadlines
• Must have a very high degree of attention to detail
• Demonstrated interpersonal and written communication skills to peer and senior management audiences

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Sit for extended periods of time and work at a computer workstation
• Use hands and fingers to operate keyboards, mice, and other input devices
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Specific vision abilities required may include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust
• Stand, walk, bend, or reach; Access equipment located in data centers, offices, or under desks
• Lift and/or move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).