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Senior Site Systems Security Administrator

Peraton is seeking an experienced senior Site Systems Security Administrator to join our national intelligence program that delivers engineering, application development, deployment, operations, upgrades and sustainment of products and services to achieve our client's global missions. Responsibilities include: Implement and maintain security measures across IT systems , to include firewalls, intrusion detection systems, antivirus software, and other security protocols to protect against cyber threats. Manage and maintain security infrastructure

of Information Technology (IT) systems and lab environments, to include hardware, software, and network devices. Ensure confidentiality, integrity and availability of data

and information assets. Monitor security logs and alerts

generated by security tools and systems to identify and investigate security incidents. Install, configure, update, patch, and troubleshoot system security hardware, software, network devices and equipment . Investigate security incidents and breaches , to include analyzing root causes, assessing the impact, and implementing corrective actions. Respond to security threats and incidents

in a timely and effective manner. Conduct regular security audits

and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of security controls. Provide security awareness training

and education to end-users and customers. Stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats

and make recommendations to strengthen the system security posture. Establish and manage security protocols

for user accounts, network, system, and equipment access. Oversee system security backup and recovery tasks . Implement operational and technical security controls . Conduct functional and connectivity testing

to ensure continuing operability. Maintain baseline system security

in accordance with policies. Manage system security/ server resources

including performance, capacity, availability, serviceability and recoverability. Collaborate with engineering, operations and program management leadership

to assess security risks. Develop, implement, enforce, and maintain System Security documentation

to include security policies, procedures, test cases, test results, security issue resolutions, security performance analysis, and user guidelines/ instructions. 10% Travel may be required within the National Capital Region (NCR) on an as needed basis for customer or corporate requirements. Position is contingent on contract award . Qualifications Basic Qualifications

include: Active Top Secret/ Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with ability to pass a counter-intelligence scope (CI) Poly clearance. Minimum of 12 years relevant experience with bachelor's degree or 10 with a master's or 7 with PhD. Proficiency in computer systems, networks and cybersecurity principles. Proficiency in cybersecurity technologies and practices. Currently active Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Security + Certification. Systems Administration of Windows Server and Operating system, Unix, or Linux and/or database skillset. Performing snapshots, disaster recovery, performance tuning. Installation, hardening, patching. Excellent troubleshooting skills and Tier 1 communication skills. Experience developing and maintaining security documentation. Desired Qualifications

include: Active TS/SCI with CI Poly clearance. Degree(s) in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Cybersecurity. Other Certifications for security professionals: Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate, and/or GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) Other DoD 8570.01-M IAT I or DoD 8570.01-M IAT II certification. Subject Matter Expert in cryptography such as Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) and/or Transport Layer Security (TLS). SECURITY CLEARANCE:

This Position requires an Active TS/SCI and the ability to obtain a CI Poly, US Citizenship is required to hold this clearance. Target Salary Range: $112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.