KDS
Job ID 2425229
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Koniag Data Solutions, a Koniag Government Services company, is currently looking for a Cyber Security Engineer to support
KDS and our government customer.
This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust. This opportunity is onsite in Manhattan, Kansas.
We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.
Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:
The Cybersecurity Engineer shall be intermediate or above skill and experience level (level II) with an understanding of the lifecycle of network/application/database threats, be proficient in DevSecOps, Secure SDLC and have strong expertise in operating in the below disciplines and tools:
- Web Application Vulnerability Scanning (Manual and automated)
- Database Scanning
- Network Vulnerability Scanning is a plus
- Micro Focus Web Inspect
- Micro Focus Fortify
- Burp Suite Proxy Servers
- Qualys Vulnerability Management Detection Response
- Netsparker
- Sonarlint/SonarQube
- Security Onion
- Red Team Network and Systems Assessments
- Blue Team Network and Systems Assessments
- False Positive Analysis & Risk categorizations based on industry standards
- Knowledge of development platforms (.NET/JAVA) and COTS
- Ability to work with development teams to provide recommendations and remediate vulnerabilities
- Proficient in integrating security tools into the DevSecOps toolchain
- Develop and collaborate on innovative and creative solutions to complex technical/business problems within a logical, rigorous, and analytical framework
- Be a true thought leader willing to both learn, implement, and educate clients on vulnerability and risk management.
Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Technical Literacy in networking, applications, databases security, infrastructure, cloud and DevSecOps.
- 5+ years of experience defining and implementing enterprise-wide vulnerability management solutions with a minimum of at least 3 years hands-on experience leading and or supporting Infrastructure, Network and Application Security scanning.
- CEH or Security + Certification
- Experience in configurating, setting up and executing credentialed system and web application vulnerability scans
- Able to comprehend new concepts, ask pertinent questions, and execute and document ideas and concepts with minimal day-to-day direction
- Excellent time management skills, ensuring that schedules, milestones and appropriate deliverables are set and completed on time
- Problem Solving
- Able to mitigate and mediate complex business requirements and/or politically charged issues and able to quickly change direction based on updated client specifications or system limitations
- Leadership
- Be a self-starter & thought leader and able to drive personal and team accountability
- Experience managing and motivating technical or operational teams
Education and Experience Required:
- BA/BS degree or equivalent work experience; Minimum 8 years of experience
- Thrives in a highly collaborative, fast paced environment
- Passionate commitment to delivering products on time
- Ability to prioritize duties based on shifting demands
- Inquisitive, adaptive, and agile learner
- Organized, detailed-oriented and focused
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Ability to obtain a Public Trust
Desirable:
- Experience with Federal Clients.
Working Environment & Conditions
This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. The incumbent is required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. The incumbent must be able to read, do simple math calculations and withstand moderate amounts of stress.
The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.
The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation to navigate or to apply for a position on our website, please contact Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodation.
Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.
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Medical Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance 401k Disability Maternity Tuition Assistance
