Cyber Defense Incident Responder
Quadrant, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Cyber Defense Incident Responder
Washington, DC
Night Shift 11 PM - 7 AM
Pay From: $115,000 per year
MUST:
Active DoD/DoW Top Secret Clearance
7+ years of hands-on technical experience in Network Management and experience directly performing configurations and security implementation on LAN and WAN equipment
Implementing, maintaining, and improving established network security practices
Applying ITIL or equivalent Change Management
In-depth knowledge of network encryption, secure network topology and operating network equipment including hubs, routers, switches, bridges, servers, transmission media, and related logical & physical domains
Knowledge of cloud-based networking, security, and best practices
Implement network threat detection and prevention rules and data control methods
Installing, configuring, and troubleshooting LAN and WAN components such as routers, hubs, switches. Establishing a routing scheme
Operate different electronic communication systems and methods (e.g., e-mail, VOIP, IM, web forums, Direct Video Broadcasts)
Interpret the information collected by network tools (e.g., Microsoft Defender, FireEye, Akamai and packet capture)
Configuring and utilizing network protection components (e.g., Firewalls, VPNs, network intrusion detection systems)
Implementing and testing network infrastructure contingency and recovery plans
Understanding of applying various subnet techniques (e.g., CIDR) is desired
Management experience is a plus
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with clients, senior leadership and peers alike
Strong attention to details and solid documentation skills
At least 1 active Certification addressing system security, network infrastructure, access control, cryptography, assessments and audits, and organizational security : CISM, CASP+ce Security+ce , etc..
Bachelor's Degree is required
DUTIES:
Ideal candidate will be a senior member of the security team responsible to lead, facilitate and advise via the Incident Response lifecycle across the Department against 24/7 threats/vulnerabilities/events
Advise leadership through multi-vector threat remediation and capabilities enhancement
With other senior members effectively lead and advise Security Operations and Infrastructure teams regarding threats and vulnerabilities mitigation procedures and system(s) enhancement(s)
Test and maintain network infrastructure including software and hardware devices
Coordinate and communicate with multi-partner teams/services regarding 24/7 security posture and national regulatory requirements
Learn and foster knowledge and skills training to adhere to and expand security, cybersecurity, and contingency requirements
Mentor SOC team members regarding procedures, schedules, training, event & tools management, and performance requirements
Develop and implement best-practice network security, backup, and recovery procedures
Diagnose network connectivity and performance issues during events and incidents
Integrate new systems into existing network and security architecture
Monitor network capacity, performance and advise during network patching, expansion, and capability growth to ensure safeguarding of data/information against threats and vulnerabilities
Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. "Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act".
Washington, DC
Night Shift 11 PM - 7 AM
Pay From: $115,000 per year
MUST:
Active DoD/DoW Top Secret Clearance
7+ years of hands-on technical experience in Network Management and experience directly performing configurations and security implementation on LAN and WAN equipment
Implementing, maintaining, and improving established network security practices
Applying ITIL or equivalent Change Management
In-depth knowledge of network encryption, secure network topology and operating network equipment including hubs, routers, switches, bridges, servers, transmission media, and related logical & physical domains
Knowledge of cloud-based networking, security, and best practices
Implement network threat detection and prevention rules and data control methods
Installing, configuring, and troubleshooting LAN and WAN components such as routers, hubs, switches. Establishing a routing scheme
Operate different electronic communication systems and methods (e.g., e-mail, VOIP, IM, web forums, Direct Video Broadcasts)
Interpret the information collected by network tools (e.g., Microsoft Defender, FireEye, Akamai and packet capture)
Configuring and utilizing network protection components (e.g., Firewalls, VPNs, network intrusion detection systems)
Implementing and testing network infrastructure contingency and recovery plans
Understanding of applying various subnet techniques (e.g., CIDR) is desired
Management experience is a plus
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with clients, senior leadership and peers alike
Strong attention to details and solid documentation skills
At least 1 active Certification addressing system security, network infrastructure, access control, cryptography, assessments and audits, and organizational security : CISM, CASP+ce Security+ce , etc..
Bachelor's Degree is required
DUTIES:
Ideal candidate will be a senior member of the security team responsible to lead, facilitate and advise via the Incident Response lifecycle across the Department against 24/7 threats/vulnerabilities/events
Advise leadership through multi-vector threat remediation and capabilities enhancement
With other senior members effectively lead and advise Security Operations and Infrastructure teams regarding threats and vulnerabilities mitigation procedures and system(s) enhancement(s)
Test and maintain network infrastructure including software and hardware devices
Coordinate and communicate with multi-partner teams/services regarding 24/7 security posture and national regulatory requirements
Learn and foster knowledge and skills training to adhere to and expand security, cybersecurity, and contingency requirements
Mentor SOC team members regarding procedures, schedules, training, event & tools management, and performance requirements
Develop and implement best-practice network security, backup, and recovery procedures
Diagnose network connectivity and performance issues during events and incidents
Integrate new systems into existing network and security architecture
Monitor network capacity, performance and advise during network patching, expansion, and capability growth to ensure safeguarding of data/information against threats and vulnerabilities
Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. "Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act".