Senior Platform Engineer – WebSphere / WebLogic | Enterprise Middleware Engineering | Atlanta, GA

Senior Platform Engineer – WebSphere / WebLogic

📍 Atlanta, Georgia (Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite)
💰 $105,000 - $160,000 Base Salary + Annual Incentive Opportunity
🏠 Flexible Hybrid Schedule (Teams Select Their Onsite Days)
☁️ Enterprise Middleware & Platform Engineering
🚀 Modernization, Automation & Cloud Enablement Initiatives

Help Power the Critical Middleware Platforms Behind a Global Enterprise

A global organization supporting large-scale technology operations across multiple business units is seeking a Senior Platform Engineer – WebSphere / WebLogic to join its enterprise platform engineering team.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a middleware expert who enjoys designing, maintaining, automating, and modernizing mission-critical application platforms that support thousands of users and business-critical applications worldwide.

You'll play a key role in the evolution of a highly complex enterprise environment, helping drive reliability, security, performance, automation, and modernization initiatives across a diverse application hosting landscape.

If you're passionate about enterprise infrastructure, middleware technologies, automation, and cloud transformation, this role offers significant ownership, technical challenge, and long-term career growth.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This isn't a traditional support role.

You'll be a senior member of a geographically dispersed engineering team responsible for some of the organization's most critical application platforms. You'll work closely with architects, developers, security teams, cloud engineers, and business stakeholders to ensure highly available, secure, and scalable environments.

This role offers the opportunity to influence platform strategy, drive modernization efforts, mentor junior engineers, and help shape the future of enterprise middleware services.

Highlights include:

• Ownership of mission-critical WebSphere and WebLogic environments

• Significant involvement in automation and platform modernization initiatives

• Exposure to cloud hosting and containerized workloads

• Opportunity to influence platform architecture and engineering standards

• Work within a highly collaborative enterprise technology environment

• Mentor and guide junior engineering talent

• Strong career progression opportunities within a large-scale technology organization

What You'll Be Doing

Enterprise Middleware Administration

• Design, build, maintain, and optimize enterprise application hosting platforms

• Administer complex IBM WebSphere and Oracle WebLogic environments

• Configure and manage clustered middleware environments

• Implement secure, highly available, and scalable platform solutions

• Perform platform upgrades, migrations, and modernization activities

• Ensure platform reliability, availability, and performance across production environments

Platform Engineering & Automation

• Drive automation initiatives across platform deployment and administration activities

• Develop and maintain scripts, tooling, and automation frameworks

• Support CI/CD pipeline integration and deployment automation

• Improve operational efficiency through infrastructure and platform automation

• Implement repeatable engineering standards and best practices

Performance Optimization & Reliability

• Monitor and optimize middleware platform performance

• Conduct capacity planning and performance tuning activities

• Troubleshoot complex platform, application, and infrastructure issues

• Perform root cause analysis and implement permanent corrective actions

• Support business-critical applications with a focus on uptime and stability

Security & Compliance

• Implement security best practices across middleware environments

• Manage SSL/TLS certificates and secure communications

• Support authentication and authorization solutions including LDAP and SSO

• Ensure compliance with enterprise security standards and policies

• Partner with security teams on platform hardening initiatives

Cloud & Containerization Initiatives

• Support modernization efforts involving cloud-hosted middleware platforms

• Participate in containerization initiatives utilizing Docker and Kubernetes

• Assist with migration and transformation projects

• Help establish best practices for modern application hosting environments

Collaboration & Technical Leadership

• Partner with developers, architects, product teams, and infrastructure teams

• Support complex technical initiatives from design through implementation

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers

• Participate in technical reviews and knowledge-sharing activities

• Create and maintain platform documentation, standards, and procedures

What We're Looking For

Required Experience

• 5+ years of enterprise platform engineering, middleware administration, or infrastructure engineering experience

• Deep expertise in IBM WebSphere and/or Oracle WebLogic administration

• Experience managing highly available and clustered environments

• Strong troubleshooting and performance tuning capabilities

• Experience supporting mission-critical enterprise applications

• Ability to work independently while collaborating across distributed teams

Required Technical Expertise

Middleware Platforms

• IBM WebSphere Application Server

• Oracle WebLogic Server

• Middleware clustering and high availability

• Performance tuning and optimization

• Secure configuration and administration

Web Hosting & Load Balancing

Strong experience with:

• Apache

• IIS

• IBM HTTP Server

• Oracle HTTP Server

• NGINX

• Reverse proxy architectures

• Load balancing technologies

Automation & Scripting

Hands-on experience with:

• wsadmin

• WLST

• Python

• Shell scripting

• CI/CD integration

• Infrastructure automation

Highly Preferred Experience

Security & Authentication

• SSL/TLS implementation and management

• LDAP integration

• Single Sign-On (SSO)

• Enterprise security frameworks

• Compliance and governance standards

Monitoring & Observability

Experience with tools such as:

• AppDynamics

• Datadog

• Enterprise monitoring platforms

• Performance analytics and diagnostics

Cloud & Container Technologies

Experience with:

• Docker

• Kubernetes

• Cloud-hosted middleware workloads

• Platform modernization initiatives

• Hybrid cloud environments

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will thrive in complex enterprise environments and enjoy taking ownership of critical platform services.

You'll be someone who:

• Takes pride in engineering reliable, scalable solutions

• Enjoys solving complex technical problems

• Communicates effectively with both technical and business stakeholders

• Can balance operational support with long-term strategic improvements

• Is comfortable mentoring others and sharing knowledge

• Works effectively across geographically distributed teams

This role is particularly well suited to engineers who enjoy both traditional enterprise middleware technologies and modern cloud-native platform engineering.

Compensation & Benefits

💰 Base Salary: $105,000 - $160,000

Additional rewards include:

• Annual performance-based incentive opportunity

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Retirement savings programs

• Paid time off and holiday benefits

• Professional development and certification support

• Exposure to large-scale enterprise modernization initiatives

• Flexible hybrid work environment

• Long-term career growth opportunities

Work Authorization Requirements

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.

This position is not eligible for current or future visa sponsorship or transfer.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to become a key contributor within a highly sophisticated enterprise technology environment where your expertise will directly influence platform reliability, security, automation, and modernization efforts.

You'll work alongside talented engineers, support business-critical systems, and play a central role in driving the future of enterprise middleware and platform engineering.

If you're a WebSphere or WebLogic expert looking for a role that combines technical depth, platform ownership, modernization initiatives, and long-term career growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) – TS/SCI Full Scope Poly – Annapolis Junction, MD

Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) – TS/SCI Full Scope Poly

📍 Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
🏢 Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🔒 Security Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (NSA Preferred)
🇺🇸 Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Required
🎓 Certification Required: DoD 8570/8140 IASAE Level II Compliant Certification
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available
💰 Compensation: $100,000 – $200,000 Base Salary

Overview

A leading government technology contractor is seeking Information System Security Engineers (ISSEs) to support mission-critical classified government programs.

This role focuses on integrating cybersecurity engineering principles throughout the entire system lifecycle, including system design, implementation, accreditation, continuous monitoring, and sustainment. The ISSE will play a critical role in Risk Management Framework (RMF) execution, Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities, security control validation, and ongoing cybersecurity compliance.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong blend of cybersecurity engineering, RMF expertise, technical security assessment experience, and security architecture knowledge within highly secure classified environments.

Key Responsibilities

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

• Support the full RMF lifecycle for classified information systems.

• Develop and maintain RMF documentation and security artifacts.

• Assist with Authority to Operate (ATO) activities and sustainment.

• Support Assessment & Authorization (A&A) efforts.

• Maintain body-of-evidence packages for accreditation activities.

Security Engineering

• Implement and validate security controls.

• Perform Security Control Traceability and technical validation.

• Support system boundary definition and security architecture development.

• Conduct technical security assessments and risk analysis.

• Recommend security improvements and mitigation strategies.

Compliance & Continuous Monitoring

• Participate in Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) activities.

• Conduct compliance assessments and security reviews.

• Analyze vulnerability scan results and remediation efforts.

• Verify remediation effectiveness and identify false positives.

• Ensure ongoing compliance with cybersecurity requirements.

Vulnerability Management & Hardening

• Support vulnerability management programs.

• Implement and validate STIG compliance.

• Support patch validation and security compliance efforts.

• Assist with system hardening initiatives.

• Coordinate remediation activities with technical teams.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with:

• ISSOs

• ISSMs

• Security Control Assessors (SCAs)

• System Owners

• System Administrators

• Support accreditation, compliance, and cybersecurity engineering efforts across mission systems.

Required Qualifications

Security Requirements

✔ Active TS/SCI Clearance

✔ Active Full Scope Polygraph (NSA Preferred)

✔ U.S. Citizenship Required

Certification Requirement

✔ DoD 8570/8140 IASAE Level II Compliant Certification

Examples include:

• CISSP

• CASP+

• CCSP

• CSSLP

Cybersecurity & RMF Experience

Strong experience with:

• Risk Management Framework (RMF)

• Assessment & Authorization (A&A)

• Authority to Operate (ATO)

• Security Control Implementation

• Security Control Validation

• Continuous Monitoring (ConMon)

NIST Knowledge

Strong familiarity with:

• NIST SP 800-37

• NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 3 and/or Rev. 5

• Security Control Frameworks

• RMF Compliance Processes

RMF & Compliance Tools

Experience with one or more of:

• LATTEART

• XACTA

• BISCOTTI

• WATCHCAT

• STE

Additional experience with:

• Compliance scanning tools

• Configuration assessment tools

• Vulnerability management platforms

Core ISSE Skill Areas

Security Engineering

• Security Control Implementation

• Security Control Validation

• Security Architecture Support

• System Boundary Definition

Compliance & Accreditation

• Assessment & Authorization (A&A)

• RMF Artifact Development

• Accreditation Package Support

• Body of Evidence Management

Vulnerability Management

• Vulnerability Analysis

• Remediation Tracking

• Patch Validation

• STIG Compliance

• Security Hardening

Risk Management

• Technical Risk Analysis

• Compliance Validation

• Continuous Monitoring (ConMon)

• Security Assessment Support

Preferred Qualifications

Government & Classified Environment Experience

• Classified Government cybersecurity programs.

• Large-scale enterprise systems.

• Mission-critical environments.

Technical Infrastructure Exposure

Experience supporting:

• Enterprise Linux environments

• Network infrastructure

• Cloud environments

Stakeholder Coordination

Experience collaborating with:

• ISSOs

• ISSMs

• Security Control Assessors

• System Owners

• Engineering Teams

Must-Have Requirements

Clearance

✅ Active TS/SCI Clearance

✅ Active Full Scope Polygraph

Certification

✅ IASAE Level II Certification

Cybersecurity

✅ RMF Experience

✅ A&A Experience

✅ ATO Experience

✅ Security Control Validation

Compliance

✅ Continuous Monitoring

✅ Vulnerability Management

✅ STIG Implementation

Documentation

✅ RMF Artifacts

✅ Accreditation Packages

✅ Security Documentation

Screening Questions

1. Do you currently hold an active TS/SCI clearance with a Full Scope Polygraph?

2. Was your Full Scope Polygraph issued by NSA?

3. When was your most recent Full Scope Polygraph completed?

4. Which IASAE Level II certification do you currently hold (CISSP, CASP+, CCSP, CSSLP, etc.)?

5. How many years of ISSE or cybersecurity engineering experience do you have?

6. Have you supported the full RMF lifecycle, including A&A and ATO activities?

7. Which RMF tools have you used (XACTA, LATTEART, BISCOTTI, WATCHCAT, STE)?

8. Do you have experience implementing and validating security controls?

9. Have you supported STIG implementation, vulnerability remediation, and compliance validation?

10. Do you have experience supporting classified government systems?

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold an active TS/SCI Full Scope Polygraph.

• Possess an active IASAE Level II certification.

• Have strong cybersecurity engineering experience within classified environments.

• Be highly knowledgeable in RMF, A&A, and ATO processes.

• Understand security architecture, control implementation, and compliance validation.

• Have experience supporting vulnerability management and STIG compliance.

• Demonstrate excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.

• Balance mission objectives with cybersecurity requirements and risk management practices.

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Clearance

Active TS/SCI + Full Scope Poly

Citizenship

U.S. Citizen

Experience Level

Mid-Level to Senior

Certification

IASAE Level II Required

Frameworks

RMF, NIST 800-37, NIST 800-53

Compliance

A&A, ATO, ConMon

Security

Control Implementation & Validation

Documentation

RMF Artifacts & Accreditation Packages

Tools

XACTA, LATTEART, BISCOTTI, WATCHCAT, STE

Location

Annapolis Junction, MD

Work Arrangement

100% Onsite

Travel

None

Compensation

$100K – $200K

Relocation

Available

Why This Opportunity?

Mission Impact

Support highly classified systems that directly contribute to critical national security missions.

Cybersecurity Engineering Focus

Move beyond compliance into hands-on security engineering, architecture support, security control validation, and accreditation activities.

Technical Growth

Gain exposure to advanced RMF processes, security engineering practices, vulnerability management, and enterprise cybersecurity operations.

Strong Benefits Package

• 3 Weeks PTO

• 11 Federal Holidays

• Medical & Dental Coverage

• Life Insurance

• STD & LTD Coverage

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Long-Term Career Development

This opportunity is ideal for an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE), Cybersecurity Engineer, RMF Engineer, Security Compliance Engineer, Cybersecurity Architect, A&A Specialist, or Security Controls Engineer with an active TS/SCI Full Scope Polygraph and IASAE Level II certification seeking to support highly sensitive government programs.

SOC Analyst – Montvale, NJ | Hybrid Cybersecurity & Vulnerability Management

SOC Analyst

📍 Location: Montvale, New Jersey
🏢 Work Model: Hybrid – 3 days onsite / 2 days remote
🏠 Employees work remotely every Friday + receive 40 additional remote days annually
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
📈 Seniority Level: Associate / Mid-Level
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred
🔐 Industry: Cybersecurity / Manufacturing / Enterprise IT

💰 Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $90,000 – $110,000

• Full benefits package

• Hybrid flexibility

• Collaborative and supportive IT/security environment

🚀 Overview

A growing enterprise organization is seeking a SOC Analyst to strengthen its cybersecurity operations through security monitoring, alert investigation, and vulnerability management.

This role combines Security Operations Center (SOC) responsibilities with hands-on vulnerability analysis and remediation coordination across enterprise infrastructure and endpoint environments.

The ideal candidate is analytical, collaborative, proactive, and highly communicative with experience supporting enterprise security operations.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

Security Operations

• Monitor, triage, and investigate alerts from:

• SIEM platforms

• Endpoint protection tools

• Security monitoring systems

• Distinguish legitimate threats from false positives

• Document findings and communicate results clearly

• Assist with alert tuning and optimization efforts

Vulnerability Management

• Support enterprise vulnerability scanning and assessments

• Analyze vulnerability findings and prioritize remediation activities

• Research CVEs and provide:

• Exploitability analysis

• Business impact context

• Remediation guidance

• Track remediation progress and validate fixes

Collaboration & Communication

• Partner closely with:

• Infrastructure teams

• IT leadership

• Cybersecurity teams

• Maintain strong communication and visibility around risks and remediation efforts

• Proactively identify opportunities for improvement

Continuous Improvement

• Assist with:

• DLP and information protection controls

• System hardening initiatives

• Documentation and runbook development

• Explore enhanced capabilities within existing security tooling

✅ Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in:

• Cybersecurity

• Computer Science

• Information Technology

• Related discipline
  OR equivalent practical experience

• 3–5 years of experience in:

• Security operations

• Vulnerability management

• Endpoint protection analysis

• Strong understanding of:

• CVEs

• Risk prioritization

• Vulnerability remediation processes

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

⭐ Preferred Skills

• Experience with:

• SIEM platforms

• Enterprise log analysis

• Endpoint detection & response (EDR) tools

• Familiarity with:

• Active Directory

• Group Policy

• Security baselines

• Scripting or reporting experience:

• PowerShell

• Python

• Power BI

• Security certifications are a plus but not required

🎯 Ideal Candidate

• Hands-on SOC or cybersecurity analyst with enterprise experience

• Strong communicator who proactively keeps stakeholders informed

• Comfortable balancing:

• Security investigations

• Vulnerability analysis

• Cross-functional collaboration

• Curious, self-driven, and eager to improve security operations

📝 Screening Considerations

• Do you have experience with:

• SOC operations

• Vulnerability management

• Endpoint security tools?

• Have you worked with SIEM or enterprise detection platforms?

• Are you comfortable working in a hybrid environment in Montvale, NJ?

• Do you have experience coordinating remediation efforts with infrastructure teams?

🌍 Work Environment

• Hybrid work schedule:

• 3 onsite days

• 2 remote days

• Additional remote flexibility throughout the year

• Collaborative enterprise IT and cybersecurity team

• Occasional travel between NY/NJ locations may be required

📈 Why Join

• Broad exposure across enterprise cybersecurity operations

• Opportunity to influence security tooling and processes

• Supportive, highly collaborative IT culture

• Strong focus on learning, ownership, and continuous improvement

Senior Manager, Industrial Security (FSO) | $153K–$175K | Defense & Aerospace | Greenville, TX

Job Title: Sr. Manager, Industrial Security (Facility Security Officer - FSO)
Location: Greenville, TX (Onsite)
Industry: Aerospace / Aviation / Defense
Category: Security / Industrial Security
Seniority Level: Mid-Senior
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: 9/80 Regular
Remote/Onsite: Onsite (classified work required)
Travel: Occasional
Visa Candidates Considered: No
Security Clearance Required: Yes (Top Secret/SCI, adjudicated and in-scope T5)
Relocation Assistance: Yes
Compensation:

• Base Salary: $153,000 – $175,000

• Bonus Eligible: No

• Commission: No

• Overtime Eligible: No

• Benefits: Full benefits package included

• Interview Travel Reimbursed: No

Role Overview:

A leading defense and aerospace organization is seeking a Senior Manager, Industrial Security (FSO) to oversee and manage all aspects of classified security operations supporting Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) programs. This leadership role is critical in ensuring compliance with national security regulations, managing the security program lifecycle, and protecting sensitive assets, personnel, and facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage, implement, and enforce security compliance per the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule).

• Serve as the designated Facility Security Officer (FSO) and lead a multidisciplinary security team covering industrial, personnel (PERSEC), physical, and information security.

• Develop and maintain SOPs, Operational Security Programs, and ensure compliance with all federal and company security policies.

• Lead and support government security investigations, audits, and assessments.

• Oversee COMSEC program management, asset tracking, and accountability.

• Conduct security training, briefings, and education for staff with access to classified material.

• Engage with stakeholders to interpret security directives, mitigate insider threats, and respond to compliance challenges.

• Utilize tools and systems such as SIMS, NISS, DISS/NBIS, and maintain familiarity with ICD 705 standards.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge on evolving federal security regulations and interdisciplinary compliance across IT, cybersecurity, and configuration management.

• Act as a security advisor to site leadership and corporate teams to ensure effective protection of personnel, facilities, and information.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 12 years of relevant experience, or

• Graduate degree with at least 10 years of related experience, or

• 16+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.

• FSO Certification as defined by Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA).

• Minimum 5 years of direct hands-on FSO experience.

• Current DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance with adjudicated, in-scope T5 investigation.

• U.S. Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Counterintelligence or full-scope polygraph.

• Degree(s) in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, or related fields.

• Proficiency in SIMS, NISS, DISS/NBIS; familiarity with ICD 705.

• Experience with Insider Threat Program management.

• Knowledge of COMSEC handling and procedures.

• Professional certifications such as ISP, CPP, or other security designations.

• Familiarity with DCS, FMS programs, or international travel processes.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Brings 5+ years of direct FSO experience in a classified defense or intelligence setting.

• Holds a valid FSO certificate and an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.

• Demonstrates deep understanding of DoD and IC regulatory frameworks.

• Highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of operating independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong leadership, compliance, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Systems Analyst III | Mainframe, Windows, UNIX | Reno, NV | $103K–$122K + Relocation

💻 Systems Analyst 3

📍 Reno, NV | In-Office with Flexibility
💼 Mid-Senior Level | Full-Time
💲 Compensation: $103,800 – $122,000 (confidential if posted externally)
🚚 Relocation: Possible for ideal candidate
❌ Visa Sponsorship: Not available

🎯 Role Overview

We’re seeking a Systems Analyst 3 to play a critical role in maintaining and optimizing enterprise systems across Mainframe, Windows, and UNIX environments. In this role, you’ll design, implement, and support systems while ensuring operational efficiency, security, and scalability. You’ll have the opportunity to evaluate new technologies, guide best practices, and provide mentorship while tackling complex technical challenges.

This position is ideal for someone with strong technical expertise, analytical skills, and a passion for system reliability who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

• System Administration: Install, upgrade, and maintain operating systems, applications, hardware, and peripheral equipment.

• Operational Support: Troubleshoot complex technical issues, oversee system performance, and ensure backup and recovery processes are reliable.

• Security: Implement and monitor policies that safeguard systems from unauthorized access or data loss.

• Optimization: Analyze performance metrics, identify bottlenecks, and recommend changes to improve system utilization and capacity.

• Technology Evaluation: Research, recommend, and implement software packages, hardware upgrades, and network enhancements.

• Collaboration: Interface with user communities to understand requirements and deliver solutions that support business operations.

• Documentation & Training: Develop process documentation and provide guidance to less experienced technicians.

• Project Support: Provide technical input for planning, testing, and deploying new solutions and upgrades.

✅ Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience – 4+ additional years without degree).

• Experience: 5+ years supporting Mainframe, Windows, or UNIX operating systems.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Effective communication skills (written and verbal).

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, projects, and priorities concurrently.

🌟 Nice to Have

• Experience mentoring junior team members.

• Knowledge of security frameworks and best practices.

• Proven track record of managing large-scale system improvements.

📌 Why This Role?

This is a chance to shape enterprise-level system performance in the energy/utilities sector. You’ll work with cutting-edge technologies, drive meaningful improvements, and enjoy the balance of independent problem-solving and team collaboration—all while working in a supportive environment with flexibility and growth opportunities.

Cyber Security Engineer III – $95K–$115K | On-Site | Infrastructure & IT | Elkhart, IN

Position: Cyber Security Engineer III

📍 Location: Elkhart, IN (On-Site)
📅 Type: Full-Time | All Experience Levels Considered
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
🛂 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🚗 Relocation Assistance: Available
💼 Industry: Infrastructure / Technology / Construction
💰 Compensation: $95,000 - $115,000

About the Role

We are looking for a Cyber Security Engineer III to strengthen and safeguard enterprise IT operations within a mission-critical infrastructure environment. You’ll respond to cybersecurity incidents, manage security tools and platforms, lead vulnerability programs, and play a key role in shaping and executing security policy.

This is a high-impact, hands-on role ideal for someone with a broad technical security background, who thrives in a collaborative environment and understands how to balance robust security with operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor for security anomalies, policy violations, and suspicious activities across networks and endpoints

• Respond to incidents with clear documentation, root cause analysis, and effective resolution

• Lead vulnerability management efforts—guiding remediation and patching with IT teams

• Oversee security toolsets: firewalls, SIEM, antivirus, proxies, email protection, asset discovery tools, etc.

• Conduct regular security control testing and provide clear reporting

• Ensure systems align with internal security policies, frameworks, and compliance requirements

• Collaborate with auditors, regulatory bodies, and external vendors as needed

• Contribute to secure network/system architecture design discussions

• Participate in cybersecurity on-call rotation and cross-functional team efforts

• Remain current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices

Must-Have Qualifications

✅ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
✅ 5+ years of hands-on information security experience
✅ Demonstrated experience with penetration testing, vulnerability remediation, and policy enforcement
✅ Proficiency in security technologies:

• Firewalls & Proxies

• SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, etc.)

• Antivirus and endpoint protection

• Identity Providers (IdPs)
  ✅ Deep understanding of network security concepts
  ✅ Ability to independently identify and fix vulnerabilities across on-premise and remote networks
  ✅ Must hold a valid driver’s license

What Success Looks Like

• You bring a security-first mindset without slowing business operations

• You’re a self-starter with solid judgment and clear documentation skills

• You provide security recommendations that are realistic, effective, and forward-looking

• You’re ready to become a trusted security voice across IT and business teams

• You actively participate in on-call duties, staying calm under pressure

If you're a cybersecurity professional who’s passionate about protecting critical infrastructure, enjoys hands-on tooling, and thrives in a role that combines operations with strategy—this position could be a great fit.

Senior Specialist, Cyber Intelligence - Salt Lake City, UT (Fully Onsite) - $120,000 - $145,000 - Relocation Available

Job Title: Senior Specialist, Cyber Intelligence

Location: Salt Lake City, UT (Fully Onsite)
Industry: Aerospace / Aviation / Defense
Job Category: Information Technology - Security
Compensation: $120,000 - $145,000 (Base Salary)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Benefits: Comprehensive
Relocation Assistance: Available
Security Clearance: Current and active Secret clearance required, with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance post-hire

Job Summary

The Senior Specialist, Cyber Intelligence, will play a critical role in ensuring cybersecurity compliance and readiness within our Salt Lake City facility. This is a full-time, onsite position that involves managing security systems, preparing for assessments and audits, and implementing cybersecurity protocols in alignment with various government and industry standards.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare for and participate in security assessments and audits.

• Configure operating systems (Windows, Linux, UNIX) to meet standards such as NISPOM, DAAPM, JSIG, and NIST.

• Develop and maintain system authorization documentation in accordance with RMF.

• Utilize and maintain security databases such as SIMS and eMASS.

• Manage network architecture, including layer 3 to layer 7 switching and VMWARE NSX micro-segmentation.

• Establish VoIP/VTC systems using Cisco Unified Call Manager.

• Conduct vulnerability and compliance assessments to evaluate risk posture.

• Investigate anomalies and respond to security incidents.

• Develop and deliver cybersecurity training for users.

• Stay updated on evolving cybersecurity requirements.

• Coordinate with the ISSM and FSO to ensure system security compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Education:

• Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of relevant experience OR Graduate degree and 4+ years of experience.

• In lieu of a degree, 10+ years of prior related experience.

• Active Secret clearance with eligibility for Top Secret clearance post-hire.

Preferred Skills and Certifications

• Experience with RMF as an ISSM or ISSO.

• Familiarity with NISPOM, DAAPM, JSIG, and ICD standards.

• Network+, CCNA, CISSP, RHCSA certifications.

• 2+ years of experience in information security and cyber intelligence.

• 2+ years of experience with RMF.

• 8570/8140 IAM Level 1 or higher compliant certification (e.g., Security+).

• Experience as a System Administrator.

• Current Top Secret clearance with polygraph (ideal).

Additional Information

• Schedule: 9/80 regular (compressed work schedule).

• Travel Requirements: Occasional.

• US Citizenship Requirement: Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.

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Cyber Intelligence Specialist – IT System Administrator - Salt Lake City, Utah - $100,000 - $125,000 annually

Cyber Intelligence Specialist – IT System Administrator
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off!)
Clearance: Active Secret security clearance required, with potential to obtain Top Secret clearance.
Relocation: Yes, full Assistance available
Compensation: $100,000 - $125,000 annually

Are you ready to bring your expertise to a cutting-edge environment where you'll shape the future of cybersecurity and IT systems? Join our team in Salt Lake City as a Cyber Intelligence Specialist – IT System Administrator and take on a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity and security of our Linux and Windows-based infrastructure. This on-site, full-time position offers the chance to work on critical projects that make a real impact.

What You’ll Do

• Secure Systems: Manage, monitor, and enhance the security of Linux and Windows servers, keeping them resilient against emerging threats.

• Performance Optimization: Set up and maintain administrator accounts, fine-tune system performance, and handle system-wide software installations.

• Innovate Security Practices: Implement and oversee Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes, continuous monitoring, and security controls.

• System Maintenance: Perform updates, patch vulnerabilities, and ensure minimal downtime by troubleshooting performance issues.

• Cutting-Edge Tech: Deploy and manage security tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption technologies.

• Audit & Compliance: Conduct security audits, align IT systems with regulatory standards, and develop mitigation strategies for potential risks.

• Collaborate & Lead: Partner with cybersecurity teams, provide guidance to staff, and contribute to disaster recovery planning and data restoration efforts.

• Document & Train: Maintain system documentation and train team members on best practices and technical processes.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 4+ years of relevant experience, OR a Graduate Degree with 2+ years of experience, OR 8+ years of related experience in lieu of a degree.

• Active Secret Security Clearance.

• Preferred Skills:

• Top Secret clearance with CI Poly is a big plus!

• Certifications like CISSP, RHCSA, RHCE, CompTIA Security+, or Linux+.

• Expertise in automation tools, scripting, and virtualization technologies.

• Strong knowledge of Linux OS, network protocols, and security compliance frameworks such as RMF.

• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in high-stakes environments.

Why Join Us?

• Dive into meaningful work protecting critical infrastructure.

• Advance your career with opportunities to grow your skill set and obtain top-tier security clearances.

• Collaborate with a dynamic team passionate about innovation and excellence.

• Work in a 9/80 schedule environment that offers work-life balance.

Take the next step in your career as a cybersecurity leader and IT systems expert. Let’s redefine security together—apply today!