SMS Data Products Group, Inc. · 1 week ago
Senior Endpoint Security Administrator
SMS Data Products Group, Inc. is seeking a skilled Senior Endpoint Security Administrator to join the I3TS team supporting DTRA. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring the security and integrity of IT systems by managing Endpoint Security tools and applying security compliance measures.
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Responsibilities
Continuous upkeep, monitoring, analysis, and response to Information System, network and security events using Endpoint Security tools such as Trellix and Microsoft Defender
STIG Application and Compliance: Implement and maintain Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) on Endpoint Security Tools
Conduct regular STIG compliance checks using tools like SCAP Compliance Checker and STIG Viewer
Document STIG configurations and remediation actions to ensure audit readiness
Patching and System Updates: Manage and deploy operating systems and application patches in accordance with federal patch management policies
Coordinate patch schedules to minimize operational impact while meeting compliance deadlines
Verify patch deployment success and troubleshoot any issues arising from updates
System Hardening: Harden systems by applying best practices and federal security guidelines to reduce attack surfaces
Maintain configuration baselines and ensure systems adhere to DoD and NIST standards
Incident Response Support: Participates in internal/external security audits/inspections; performs risk assessments and Continuous Monitoring
Assist in identifying and responding to security incidents related to vulnerabilities or misconfigurations
Document incidents and contribute to after-action reports for continuous improvement
Collaboration and Reporting: Work closely with system administrators, engineering staff, and compliance teams to ensure cohesive security operations
Prepare detailed reports and briefings for federal clients on STIG compliance, patching status, and vulnerability management efforts
Develop, implement and enforce Information Security Policies and Procedures
Tool Utilization: Trellix and Microsoft Defender
Qualification
Required
A Current DoD 8570 baseline certification : IAT level II
Bachelor's Degree
Must possess an active DoD TS/SCI Clearance at time of consideration
BS bachelor's degree with 8-12 years' experience or 6-10 years of IA experience without a degree
Understanding of the Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST, ICD, and CNSS standards
Familiarity with network technologies (LAN & WAN) and best practices within a classified environment to include crypto and key management
STIG compliance, SCC and STIG Viewer experience, and ACAS expertise
Expert with Microsoft Windows, Linux, and system virtualization in a secure network environment
Must be able to work in a constantly changing regulatory environment with short-, mid-, and long-term timelines for remediating any non-compliance
Must be able to work well within a team environment and able to adapt quickly to change
Good writing and verbal presentation skills
Company
SMS Data Products Group, Inc.
As a dynamic systems integrator, SMS offers proven solutions in engineering, operations, cybersecurity, and digital transformation.