Share Email Opening Apply Now Title Security Operations Engineering Pre-solicitation  Description CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICE Security Operations Engineering Pre-solicitation: Scope of work: The candidate shall perform the tasks listed below consistent with instructions and guidance provided by the Contracting Officer's Representative and by providing advice, opinions, recommendations, or ideas to CBO employees. Ensure compliance with security policies, develop and update IT security documentation, provide related status reports, briefings, schedules, and project plans in written form. Plan and implement security reviews for changes impacting hardware, software, baselines, connections, or applications. Collaborate with staff to plan and implement new firewall architectures, upgrades and features as necessary. Assist in the administration of all firewalls to include updates, upgrades, policy administration, and validation. Perform other security related tasks, including vulnerability scanning and log management. Assist in reviewing and implementing customer changes consistent with existing policies. Review and update documentation to ensure consistency with current procedures. Manage and tune additional software blades associated with firewall architecture (IPS, URL, Application Control, AV, Advanced Malware detection). Follow industry best practices, NIST SP 800-53, and agency security policy standards to identify gaps and inefficiencies in the security infrastructure and provide options for resolving them. Make recommendations to modernize CBO's security infrastructure in a more effective and efficient manner. Explain new security requirements to IRM&TS staff and contractors to support implementation. Work outside of normal business hours to support outage resolution, planned maintenance, or to implement an upgrade. Perform other related duties.   Position Requirements Those performing work under this contract must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Eight (8) years of experience in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Minimum six (6) years of experience configuring and administering firewall technologies such as carrier class Checkpoint Firewalls, Palo Alto and Network Security Policy Management. In-depth knowledge of security operations, including firewall rules and security policies. Strong networking ability and knowledge of firewall platforms to assist in rapid identification and isolation of issues during incidents and outages. Experience working with RMF and NIST SP 800-53 (Rev 4/5). Expert knowledge of RMF accreditation packages and all steps of the RMF process. Knowledge of cyber-attack patterns, tactics, techniques, and procedures. Ability to adapt security processes/tools to evolving landscapes and risk scenarios. Strong knowledge of Checkpoint firewall hardware modifications. Strong knowledge of iBoss Cloud IPS and IDS configurations. Strong knowledge of SSLV Symantec security application. Ability to work both independently and within a team environment. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining outstanding customer service skills. Proficiency in explaining complex policies and protocols in simple terms. Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field Preferred Certifications: CCSE, CISSP, CISM, Security+, CASP Top Secret security clearance.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Compensation   Position Security Operations Engineering Pre-solicitation   Number of Openings 1   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Open Date 5/29/2024   Location CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICE - Pre-solicitation   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   This position is currently accepting applications. Apply Now WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category Traffic Count Technician in Frankfort, KY Posted on: 11/18/2024 [Apply Now] Engineering Technologist (Railway) in Frankfort, KY Posted on: 11/13/2024 [Apply Now] Engineering Technologist in Frankfort, KY Posted on: 11/13/2024 [Apply Now] Network Operations Engineering - Pre-Solicitation in Washington, DC Posted on: 5/29/2024 [Apply Now] Other Jobs Within 60 Miles Network Operations Engineering - Pre-Solicitation in Washington, DC Posted on: 5/29/2024 [Apply Now]

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