IT Cyber Security Specialist (SE JR)

Title: IT Cyber Security Specialist (SE JR)

Position Type: Contract

Location: Remote

Junior Cybersecurity Specialist. Must have experience with remediation, patching, and using SCCM/MEMCM.

Required Education Level: Bachelors

Required Degree: computer science, electronics engineering or other engineering or technical discipline is required.

Required Years Experience

Substitution Criteria: 8 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education

The IT Cybersecurity Specialist will work as part of the vulnerability remediation team where they will continuously identify and remediate Windows workstation security deficiencies on VA's network infrastructure and install patches to address security deficiencies. Use Nessus, SCCM, IBM BigFix and SQL reports and product logs to locate workstations, deploy MS patches or other software updates. They will use provided scripts, tools, and vendor products to troubleshoot, resolve issues, and verify resolution. The administrator will work with on-site VA staff and other CRISP contractors to perform audit readiness remediation for OIG and other security-focused audits and provide technical expertise as required by each VA location. Adhere to standardized system development and change management controls for mission critical systems. This position is open to remote delivery anywhere within the U.S., to include the District of Columbia.

Must Have

Experience remediating and patching Windows OS and software security vulnerabilities in an enterprise environment

Experience using System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)/Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MEMCM)

Experience analyzing baseline security reports

Proficient with Microsoft Excel

Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements

Bachelor's degree in computer science, electronics engineering or other engineering or technical discipline is required and 0 years of experience or a total of 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of education

Nice To Have

Public Trust

Experience with VA