Platform Boundary Defense - Virtualization Engineer

Platform Boundary Defense - Virtualization Engineer

Location

US-SC-North Charleston

ID

2024-8842

Category

Cyber Security

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

About Us

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals starting at 10 days of vacation and 5 days of sick leave annually, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Must have one of the following security certifications: GSEC, Security+, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP
• Minimum of a Secret security clearance to start, and will require a Top Secret to be obtained after on-boarding
• Position requires SIPR NMCI access as well as access to multiple restricted areas (to include Building 3146 Lab 125 & Building 3112 Lab 3)
• Eight (8) years of experience in relevant technical field, to include: Technology Analysis and Assessment, Design Definition, Development of Systems Specification, Systems Analysis, Systems Architecture, Systems/Equipment Integration, Test & Evaluation Criteria, and Logistics support of C5ISR requirements
• Must be able to analyze network traffic at the packet level

• Knowledgeable with CND Information Assurance (IA) systems
• Basic knowledge of IP networking and protocols
• Solid working knowledge of DoD Virtual Hosting requirements, vendor recommended best practices and engineering solutions to tailor to DOD requirements
• Understanding of how to design, develop, install, implement and troubleshoot custom VMware solutions
• Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and in a collaborative environment
• Knowledge of systems engineering activities and process improvement approaches strongly desired
• Experience providing technical support and document VMware processes
• Extensive knowledge of the fundamentals of VMware ESXi and related technologies
• Proficiency in VMware associated programs and coding languages
• Experience with System evaluation, design and architecture of Virtual hosting environments

• Racks and cables the Platform Boundary Defense (PBD) system
• Configures / tests the Virtual Hosting Environment systems (compute, storage, management, networking)
• Configures / tests virtual networking capabilities
• Creates Engineering Changes to support the lifecycle including engineering documentation
• Performs vulnerability scans of the system and review on a weekly basis
• Coordinates among stakeholders, including Security Engineers, Network Administrators, System Administrators, Information Assurance Managers (IAMs) / Information Systems Security Managers (ISSMs), certification authorities, accreditation authorities (and representatives), program managers, vendors, etc., necessary to properly identify, document, mitigate, and manage risk attributed to the target system, network, and/or application
• Identifies, develops (either directly, or in coordination with applicable experts), and incorporates common artifacts found in an RMF accreditation package, e.g., system architecture and boundaries, hardware and software inventories, risk assessment reports, POA&Ms, data flows, and other necessary system, network, and application documentation
• Uses vulnerability scanning and assessment tools (e.g., ACAS/HBSS) necessary to identify and document compliance
• Designs, implements and hardens virtualization solutions, including the hypervisor, storage, management and virtual networking components
• Works primarily be in a secured lab space, where the majority of work must be performed to support this tasking

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SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL WITH TOP SECRET ELIGIBILITY

• Opportunities for travel

We strongly believe in the abundance of differences among individuals. We value different points of view and appreciate diverse perspectives. We truly believe this is what makes our organization inclusive and more responsive to the needs of our diverse customers.

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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