FEDITC · 22 hours ago
Security Systems Administrator, Journeyman (Team Lead) P39
FEDITC, LLC is a fast-growing business supporting DoD and other intelligence agencies worldwide. FEDITC seeks a Security Operations Team Lead to direct Security Infrastructure Operations for the DFAS Common Computing Environment, providing day-to-day operations of security infrastructure devices and ensuring continuous monitoring and rapid incident response.
ConsultingCyber SecurityGovernmentInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Lead and supervise Security Infrastructure Operations staff delivering 24/7 security device operations and monitoring
Manage installation, configuration, and operation of security infrastructure devices including firewalls, IPS/IDS, DNSSEC, reverse proxies, web proxies, and load balancers
Direct continuous security infrastructure monitoring for threat detection and incident response
Oversee network traffic analysis and troubleshooting of access issues involving DFAS security devices
Coordinate STIG application, security patching, and CTO implementation for all managed security devices
Manage vulnerability scanning, compliance reporting, and IAVM timelines for security infrastructure
Provide Tier II-level customer service for security-related issues affecting DFAS mission operations
Develop and maintain operational documentation including SOPs, monitoring procedures, and incident response guides
Coordinate with CSSP Engineering and IA teams on security incidents, changes, and compliance requirements
Support project management for security infrastructure initiatives and technology refresh efforts
Ensure documentation and audit readiness for all security operations activities
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years of experience in security infrastructure operations within DoD or Federal environments
Expertise with enterprise firewall platforms (Palo Alto, Cisco ASA/Firepower)
Experience operating and monitoring IDS/IPS, web proxies, reverse proxies, and load balancers
Strong knowledge of network security protocols, DNS/DNSSEC, and traffic analysis techniques
Experience applying DISA STIGs and managing IAVM compliance for security devices
Demonstrated ability to lead operations teams in 24/7 environments with strict SLA requirements
Experience with security monitoring tools (Splunk, endpoint security platforms)
Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity policies, CTOs, and compliance requirements
Strong troubleshooting skills for complex network security issues
Ability to support COOP exercises and emergency operations
BA/BS Degree
441 Network Operations (NETOPS) Specialist Intermediate certifications
Computing Environment (CE) certification required for privileged access roles
Must obtain and maintain all mandatory DoD 8140 certifications
Active Top Secret/ SCI clearance is required
Must be a United States Citizen and pass a background check
Maintain applicable security clearance(s) at the level required by the client and/or applicable certification(s) as requested by FEDITC and/or required by FEDITC'S Client(s)/Customer(s)/Prime contractor(s)
Preferred
Palo Alto PCNSA/PCNSE or Cisco security certifications
Splunk Core Certified User or Power User
Experience with Zero Trust Network Architecture technologies
DFAS or DoD financial system security operations experience
Experience supporting classified (JWICS) network operations