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Amentum Enterprise Systems Engineer in Herndon, Virginia
The Enterprise Systems Engineer is responsible for maintaining the design and integrity of the program systems. Engineer will oversee the program’s Wireless Intrusion Detection System (WIDS) full-time, at a client site. Engineer will build scripts, provide expert technical assistance to team members, and build and patch servers (Linux and Windows). Engineer should have excellent networking skills, including an understanding of IP Schema, scripting, hardware, and other aspects of building a network and maintaining systems.
Duties and Responsibilities
Design and deploy functional servers on Linux and Windows operating systems
Maintain system compliance with cyber security standards and practices
Monitor system performance and integrity
Automate tasks and monitor their effectiveness
Create, oversee and test security measures (e.g. access authentication and disaster recovery, etc.)
Communicate appropriately and professionally with users when needed
Maintain complete technical documentation
Suggest improvements to performance, capacity, and scalability
Desired Requirements
At least 5 years of direct industry-related experience as a Mid-Level to Senior Systems Engineer; or have knowledge comparable to a Senior Systems Engineer/Architect with 5 years of experience
Experience in maintaining compliance with cybersecurity standards and frameworks
Professional certification(s) (e.g. - MCSE, CCNP, or CISSP)
Solid background in systems engineering and maintenance
In-depth understanding of communication protocols (mainly ICMP, TCP/IP) and routing protocols
In-depth understanding of deploying Elasticsearch on Linux in a clustered environment
Familiarity with virtualization (ESXi, vCenter)
Familiarity with access control models and network security
Solid understanding of server operating systems (Ubuntu 18.04, Windows)
Knowledge in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or related engineering field (or, at least 5 years of direct experience working as a network engineer)
Understanding of basic Cisco switching functions (configuring access and trunk ports)
Additional Requirements
Must have an active TS/SCI with poly and the ability to maintain clearance
The ability to work proficiently with minimal oversight
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to stoop, kneel, bend, twist, and carry at least 15lbs of equipment
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.
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