Computer Security Systems Specialist – Lead

RESPONSIBILITIES  

The Computer Security specialist–lead will provide concentrated support for the cybersecurity requirements and support the following functions: 

• Analyzes and defines security requirements for Multilevel Security (MLS) issues. Designs, develops, engineers and implements solutions to MLS requirements.  
• Responsible for the implementation and development of the MLS.  
• Gathers and organizes technical information about an organization's mission goals and needs, existing security products, and ongoing programs in the MLS arena.  
• Performs risk analyses which also includes risk assessment.  
• Provides daily supervision and direction to staff.  
• Analyzes and recommends resolution of security/IA problems on the basis of knowledge of the major IA products HC102818D0034 and services, an understanding of their limitations, and knowledge of the IA disciplines. 
• Provides technical support for secure software development and integration tasks, including reviewing work products for correctness and adhering to the design concept and to user standards.  

REQUIREMENTS 

• Knowledge of Security/Information Assurance (IA) products such as PKI, VPN, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems.  
• Demonstrated communication skills with the highest levels of management. 

• Successful working knowledge and supervision of employees across various labor categories and skills. 
• Understanding of DoD network and system security requirements. 
• Knowledge of networking and network-based software applications. 
• Demonstrated experience in a DoD IT environment. 
• Experience with the ITIL framework (currently v3). 
• Expert in: Security/Information Assurance (IA) products such as PKI, VPN, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems.  
• Provides daily supervision and direction to staff.  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  

• Required experience: 15 years 
• Education: BA/BS in a technical field 
• Clearance Level: TS - SCI 
• Certifications Required: 
• CSSP Manager 

• CISM 
• CISSP-ISSMP 
• CCISO 

We are seeking a Computer Security Systems Specialist – Lead to join our team supporting the National Defense University’ Enterprise Information Technology Support Services (EITSS) program to provide broad in Fort Lesley J. McNair, Southwest Washington D.C.

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Fort Lesley J. McNair, Southwest Washington D.C.
• Type of environment: Office
• Noise level: Medium  
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: Less than 10%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S. Citizenship 

Certifications:

• CSSP Manager
• CISM
• CISSP-ISSMP
• CCISO

Clearance requirement: Top Secret – SCI

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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