Linux Security Test Engineer with Security Clearance - Herndon, VA, United States - Intelligent Waves LLC

Description

Overview Intelligent Waves is growing rapidly and has an outstanding new opportunity for a Linux Security Test Engineer on our team where you'll use your experience to work with testers and engineers to evaluate software developed for the DoD/IC
We have grown organically by more than 60% in the past 2-3 years and this is a great time to join the wave Since 2006, Intelligent Waves has delivered mission-focused multi-domain operational expertise and innovation to the Government through high-impact technology solutions in cybersecurity, data science, enterprise network engineering, software development, and platform mission support
Always ready
Anytime
Anywhere
Any domain

Location:
This position is based in Reston, VA Travel:

None Remote Schedule:
Will work as part of an overall team to provide needed coverage and support with remote work capability according to mission schedules

Security Clearance:
Must be a United States Citizen and hold a current TS-SCI security clearance
Employees are required to follow all company and customer site COVID-19 protocols

Responsibilities Job Description:
As a security test engineer on our team, you'll work with engineers and developers to evaluate software and systems developed for the Department of Defense
Specifically, you will apply your critical thinking and analytical skills to assess Linux systems built within a virtual or containerized environment
You'll work on building security test plans with test cases based on Remedy and Jira change requests
Using automated and manual processes, you'll generate data and execute the test cases to see how the software or operating system, performs against vulnerabilities
Then, document and interpret the results, communicating security risks to the development or engineering teams, so they can improve the security of the software or system
You'll automate continuous security and performance testing and monitor health of the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and other testing tools
This is an opportunity to leverage your skills by writing the code to automate security processes
You'll also further your experience in engineering secure solutions for the testing team and explore new areas like cloud computing

Qualifications Required:

• Experience with multiple system environments, preparation of test plans and reports.
• Experience with programming and scripting languages, such as Java, Python, PowerShell, or Bash, to develop automated processes and troubleshoot fix actions.
• Knowledge of data security administration principles, methods, and techniques.
• Ability to support administration of the test networks and systems that use VMware and Linux operating systems within a virtual containerized environment.
• DoD IAT II compliant Certification (Security+ CE, CEH, GSEC, etc.) active within one year of expiration.
• Position of or the ability to obtain an additional computing certification in Linux

Desired:

• Understanding of containerized environments, the CI/CD pipeline, and related technologies, such as Kubernetes, Docker, or Enterprise Cloud native solutions.
• Experience with DoD vulnerability management tools ACAS, including Tenable's Security , Nessus Network Monitor/Passive Vulnerability Scanner, Nessus Manager and Agent, and Nessus Scanners.
• Experience with technical writing on POA&M's, Risk Acceptance, and IA Controls.
• Experience with DoD STIG's and network compliance analysis.
• Knowledge of DoD policies and procedures, including DoD Risk Management Framework, ICD-503, NIST 800-53, and ISO-9001.
• Ability to learn new tools and technologies, balance multiple concurrent activities, and efficiently manage time.
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Since 2006, Intelligent Waves has remained committed to providing quality engineering, operations, and intelligence solutions to our clients and it all starts with YOU
Intelligent Waves provides a great and generous benefits package to include medical, dental and vision, paid PTO leave and, life & disability packages
We also invest in our employees' futures by providing a 401K contribution with vesting starting from DAY 1, technical training, tuition bonuses, and much, much more

Clearance Statement:
Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
Only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance
For this position, Intelligent Waves will consider only applicants with active Top Secret level security clearances, with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI level security clearance
Intelligent Waves LLC is an equal opportunity employer
We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity protected veteran status and individuals with disabilities, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, IW is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified candidates and current employees
As part of this commitment, IW will ensure that those in need are provided reasonable accommodations
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact
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