Company Overview
SkyePoint Decisions is a leading Cybersecurity Architecture and Engineering, Critical Infrastructure and Operations, and Applications Development and Maintenance IT service provider headquartered in Dulles, Virginia with operations across the U.S. We provide innovative enterprise-wide solutions as well as targeted services addressing the complex challenges faced by our federal government clients. Our focus is on enabling our clients to deliver their mission most efficiently and effectively – anytime, anywhere, securely. We combine technical expertise, mission awareness, and an empowered workforce to produce meaningful results.
As a SkyePoint employee you will be given the opportunity to support some of our nation’s most critical information systems by utilizing not only your existing cybersecurity skills and talents, but those that you will learn in your new role. In your new role as a cyber security professional, you will protect our customer’s most sensitive data and complex systems from all forms of threats including cyber-attacks, insider threats, rogue network devices, and malicious software and applications. You will work with a team of like-minded professionals to share and collaborate upon your ideas to improve the cybersecurity infrastructure, architecture, and configuration deployments. Your ideas and contributions will matter.
This is a contingent position based upon customer approval.
Position Details and Responsibilities
Skyepoint Decisions is seeking a Linux Tools Engineer to support the Diplomatic Security Cyber Mission (DSCM) program providing leading cyber and technology security experience to enable innovative, effective, and secure business processes.
This position will work a rotating hybrid schedule in Beltsville, MD. WEEK 1 - 2 days onsite, 3 days remote WEEK 2 - 3 days onsite, 2 days remote.
What you’ll do:
Provide Linux and cyber tools administration and Tier 2 support across a range of systems spread globally.Maintain Ansible playbooks for rapid deployment of updated containers.Maintain and leverage Satellite server for distributed RHEL patching.Develop and maintain process documentation regarding Linux administration and patching.Assist in updating of IDS definitions.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications- To be considered for this position, you must at minimum meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:
Requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience. US Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain an interim Secret security clearance and the ability to obtain Top Secret.Must be able to work a hybrid schedule. Possess or obtain before start date one of the following certifications:CASP+, CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNA, CCNP Security, Security+, CEH, CFR, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), Cloud+, CySA+, GCED, GCIA, GCIH, GISCP, or PMP.Experience using and maintaining Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7/8. Experience patching and updating Red Hat systems. Experience deploying Red Hat hosts from scratch. Familiarity with basic Linux directory structure. Log locations Preferred program installation locations Bash shell scripting is definite. Not just running a script but writing basic scripts. Comfort running Ansible playbooks and scripts. DISA STIGs or any kind of hardening knowledge/experience. Ability to work and troubleshoot issues without guidance before escalating. Experience using Red Hat Satellite. Experience with SCAP tools. Writing/modifying Ansible playbooks. Basic networking experience and knowledge (OSI Layers, firewalls, switches/routers, etc.) Basic hardware knowledge and experience troubleshooting/replacing hardware. Creating and maintaining virtual machines, VMWare preferred. Must be a US citizen.
What We Can Offer You -
At SkyePoint, we go B.I.G. (beginning in GRATITUDE) by recognizing all we have and giving back to our employees, families, and communities. It instills a positive mindset that permeates all we do. By beginning in gratitude, SkyePoint can continue to spread living in gratitude each day.Great Benefits: Several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, floating federal holiday options, and 401k matchedCertificate Incentive Program: To promote professional development, we recognize and reward employees who obtain new certifications aligned with business needs.SkyePoint DoD SkillBridge Industry Partner Fellowship Program
Flexible Work Environment
SkyePoint Decisions is an established ISO 9001:2015 and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified small business and appraised at CMMI Level 3 (with SAM) for Services. We possess a common vision of excellence and foster a collaborative team culture built upon individual performance and accountability. We invest in our people and systems to create value for our clients. It is the SkyePoint Way. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with exceptional people and give back to the communities we serve. Our employees value the flexibility at SkyePoint that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
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Skyepoint Decisions is a participating E-Verify Employer.
U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.