MITRE Jobshttp://mitre.jobs2012-05-19 23:30:50.835480USAMcLeanReq ID 18368BR Job Title Lead Cyber Security Engineer Location VA: McLean Profession Cyber Security Department Code G024 Purpose As a member of MITRE's National Intelligence Security Team, the Cyber Security Lead Engineer will provide oversight and engineering support to the various developments of Identity and Access Management over the Intelligence Community; will analyze the various technical approaches to IdAM and related technologies; will support the reviewing, vetting, and integration of IdAM elements in the larger IC architecture to provide their consistent operation throughout the IC; and will provide support in the development of IdAM in IC initiatives Security Clearance Level SCI Key Functions •IdAM planning, assessment and coordination work •Security engineering technical expertise to apply to IdAM implementations at IC organizations and strategically evaluate them for technical consistency across the IC •Use of IdAM technologies to provide data protection •IA architecture knowledge to coordinate IdAM technologies Required Education/Experience: BS and 1 year experience or MS Desired Education/Experience BS and 5 years related experience or MS and 3 years related experience or PhD and 1 year related experience Required Skills: •Strong knowledge of IdAM technologies and implementations for information assurance and cyber security •Security architecture and engineering knowledge applying to a variety of community environments •Some knowledge of advanced cyber threats and how they might affect IdAM capabilities and technologies Desired Skills • Broad knowledge of information assurance applicable in wide range of implementation environments • Some knowledge of certification and accreditation as it relates to IdAM Travel Statement *This position will require overnight travel up to 10% of the time. Clearance Statement *Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, MITRE will consider only applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances.2012-05-16 20:57:30United StatesThe MITRE CorporationVirginia18368BRVAMcLean, VA28742489http://mitre.jobs/xml/28742489/jobUSAMcLeanReq ID 18367BR Job Title Lead Cyber Security Engineer Location VA: McLean Profession Cyber Security Department Code G024 Purpose As a member of MITRE's National Intelligence Security Team, the Cyber Security Lead Engineer will provide IC Information Assurance (IA) architecture support to the IC CIO and the Intelligence Community. This task supports community objectives to define and integrate IA within the evolving integrated intelligence enterprise. IA is critical to provide, manage, trust, and safeguard information and information sharing services across the IC. Security Clearance Level SCI Key Functions This effort will support Intelligence Community IA Architecture activities by: •Coordinating and synchronizing IC Information Security Strategy and IC IA architecture activities •Reviewing, vetting, and approving IC IA architecture deliverables, and generally supporting the development of architectural elements at sufficient levels of detail •Ensuring architecture consistency and performing configuration management of IC IA architectural products •Facilitating the adoption and use of the IC IA architecture Required Education/Experience: BS and 1 year experience or MS Desired Education/Experience BS and 5 years related experience or MS and 3 years related experience or PhD and 1 year related experience Required Skills: -Security Architecture and engineering knowledge from strategic and implementation points of view -Information assurance engineering expertise -Knowledge of advanced cyber threats Desired Skills -Broad understanding of Information assurance practices -Some understanding of certification and accreditation policies and practices Travel Statement *This position will require overnight travel up to 10% of the time. Clearance Statement *Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, MITRE will consider only applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances.2012-05-16 20:57:17United StatesThe MITRE CorporationVirginia18367BRVAMcLean, VA28742470http://mitre.jobs/xml/28742470/jobUSASan AntonioReq ID 18389BR Job Title Cyber Security Engineer Location TX: San Antonio Profession Cyber Security Department Code G037 Purpose This requisition is for a highly visible position supporting acquisition of Cyber assets for the USAF. This will position will provide direct support to the USAF in the development, deployment and operation of the Cyber assets needed for the successful execution of the AF mission. Security Clearance Level SCI Key Functions The MITRE Corporation is seeking a highly motivated Professional to provide technical and operational advice, guidance, and experience working with USAF and Joint Cyber sponsors, specifically with 24 AF units across multiple disciplines. Apply advanced principles, theories and concepts comparable to those obtained with a master's degree. Know customers' missions, domains, challenges. Be fully responsible for deliverables-including definition, completion, and technical quality, as well as assuring consistency across the project’s span of responsibility. In this role, the candidate will provide systems engineering and analysis focused on secure operations and management of the Air Force networks, systems, and services. The candidate will assist in providing expert technical analytical support and conducting advanced cyber threat incident analysis including mitigation and response. This will include development of procedures, templates and training documentation to automate data-gathering functions to conduct efficient, consistent forensics and investigation support. In addition, the candidate will be expected to participate in the design, development, and use of innovative technologies and tools relevant to the detection and prevention of advanced cyber adversaries which may include architecture, analysis, and prototyping of cyber security technologies to develop requirements and test criteria. The work will cover a variety of security areas, which may include mission assurance, secure configuration management, attack analysis and detection, forensics, incident response, cross domain solutions, public key infrastructure, and network / telecommunications security. The candidate must be able to provide technical leadership and support to a variety of activities. Required Education/Experience: BS and 1 year experience or MS Desired Education/Experience BS and/or MS or equivalent with 5+ years of relevant experience. Required Skills: Demonstrated and/or verifiable technical and/or analytical background in cyber operations in support of DoD, USAF capabilities; experience and knowledge in one or more of the following: • Systems engineering with a foundation in requirements development, system design, and prototyping. • Requirements definition, analysis, conducting customer interviews, and leading tasks • Knowledge of key security concepts such as authentication, authorization, defense-in-depth, PKI, and encryption. • Detailed understanding of network, application, and data security best practices. • Very strong communication skills, both orally and in writing, necessary to articulate recommendations and how they are reached. Demonstrated understanding of USAF and Joint cyber activities. • Understanding of DoD, IC and operational information assurance methodologies. • Comprehensive understanding and substantial experience in the areas of computer systems, communication systems, network systems engineering, software applications, hardware design, wireless systems. • Knowledge of S/W vulnerabilities, exploits and malware. • Must be a self-starter and possess the ability to work in a fast paced environment of rapidly changing requirements in support of the sponsor’s mission statement: • Candidate must be able to work on-site, with government sponsors, leading different aspects of an assignment, as well as interact within a team of technical peers. • Demonstrated ability in analytic and critical thinking. Demonstrated ability to review and retain large quantities of data and information to be able to synthesize and develop recommendations. Desired Skills Familiarity with analyzing and synthesizing information covering a broad spectrum of strategy, planning, policy, collection, and operational information. Cyber operations experience. Familiarity with both proactive and reactive measures including, but not limited to, cyber incident response, cyber intelligence and analysis, malware analysis, and vulnerability management. Forensic analysis and systems engineering. Prior experience working with US Government focused on one or more aspects cyber operations, intelligence analysis, operations and planning as well producing oral and written reports. Desired areas of expertise include: • Systems Security engineering • Security designs in hardware, software, architecture, data, policies and procedures • Security database management systems, software applications and technologies • Secure real-time data processing and dissemination • Cyber forensics • Vulnerability and risk assessment, testing and mitigation • Cyber threat detection and response • Cyber security operations • Cryptography • Cyber Intelligence analysis • Prior experience using Wireshark, TCPdump, Snort, EtterCap, or other technically related network analysis tools. • Experience with a variety of languages: C#, Python, Perl, C, sh, Assembly (x86, 8051, microcontrollers, etc). Desired Professional Qualifications sought: • Computer Science • Mathematics • Information Security • System Engineering • Forensic Science • Risk Management • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certification • EnCase Certified Forensic Examiner Travel Statement This position will require frequent (10-15%) overnight travel. Clearance Statement *Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, MITRE will consider only applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances.2012-05-10 18:31:37United StatesThe MITRE CorporationTexas18389BRTXSan Antonio, TX28605171http://mitre.jobs/xml/28605171/jobUSAScott AFBReq ID 18376BR Job Title Cyber Security Engineer Location IL: Scott AFB Profession Cyber Security Department Code G058 Purpose Provide security and system engineering support to United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM). Security Clearance Level Top Secret Key Functions Cover a range of security, systems, and network engineering functions that include but are not limited to, providing technical support and guidance for the development of comprehensive system security architectures; acting as a liaison between engineering and operations groups; developing security policies and procedures; performing technical analysis on system vulnerabilities; and provide technical support for teams responding to network security incidents. Required Education/Experience: BS and 1 year experience or MS Desired Education/Experience BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Working IA Knowledge of TRANSCOM desired. CISSP Certification. Required Skills: Familiarity with best commercial practices related to information security and enterprise computing environments. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with a variety of security and networking disciplines. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to write. Ability to work alone or as a member of a team. Operate effectively in a heterogeneous team of government, MITRE and contractors. Be able to translate technical vulernabilities into business impact. Desired Skills Detailed understanding of best commercial practices related to information security and familiarity with DOD information security requirements. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with implementing multiple security devices and security architectures with a focus on web-based services. A software engineering and/or systems background with strong writing and presentation skills. Travel Statement *This position will require overnight travel up to 10 % of the time. Clearance Statement *Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, MITRE will consider only applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances.2012-05-08 20:06:12United StatesThe MITRE CorporationIllinois18376BRILScott AFB, IL28547671http://mitre.jobs/xml/28547671/jobUSAArlingtonReq ID 18177BR Job Title Cyber Security Engineer (Crystal City) Location VA: Arlington Profession Information Technology Department Code G121 Purpose Join MITRE and become a member of a cutting-edge cyber analysis team. You will support data extraction and forensic analysis across a broad spectrum in a challenging and rewarding operational environment for a federal law enforcement customer. You will interface daily with the customer and the rest of the team in a fast-paced environment to further the organization’s goals. This position will be primarily located at our sponsor’s facilities in Crystal City, VA. Security Clearance Level SCI Key Functions The selected candidate will support in-depth technical forensic analysis of high-profile computer-based incidents for our law enforcement sponsor as part of a top-notch MITRE/government team, learning and utilizing leading edge network, system, visualization, and media analysis tools. The selected candidate will be independently driven and utilize a wide breadth of technical knowledge, programming skills, and operational expertise across all major aspects of computing and data analysis to support incident-driven forensics analysis. The work will be performed on-site at a sponsor location in support of law enforcement operational events. (FC32-EC) Required Education/Experience: BS and 1 year experience or MS Desired Education/Experience B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Information Systems, or related field, and 5+ years of related experience. Previous experience with or understanding of network security, incident response, intrusion detection, programming, forensics, vulnerability assessments, malware, and/or analytic tools a plus. Required Skills: • Knowledge of multiple operating systems (e.g., Windows, Unix, Linux, OSX) • Scripting (Perl/Python) and/or programming language (C, C++, Java) experience • Database experience (MySQL, SQL, Oracle) • Experience with static and dynamic analysis of software • Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking protocols • Clear writing and communications skills are critical. Desired Skills • Internet services administration knowledge (IRC, SMTP, HTTP, DNS, FTP, ssh), systems administration experience • Intrusion response, intrusion detection experience • Knowledge of hacking tools and techniques (buffer overflows, ARP poisoning, browser attacks, phishing/spamming, DNS poisoning, MetaSploit, nmap, Nessus) • Experience leveraging advanced tools such as Encase, Sleuthkit, FTK, Helix, or Palintir • Experience with reverse engineering tools, such as IDA Pro or OllyDbg • Detailed knowledge and experience of both Windows and *nix operating systems, including process management and memory allocation • Intrusion response, intrusion detection experience • Experience with netflow and full-packet analysis • Familiarity with packet capture tools • Analysis experience of network device logging, such as firewalls, routers, switches, network intrusion detection systems, proxy servers, etc. • Pertinent foreign language skills a strong plus • Demonstrated knowledge of law enforcement rules and procedures a strong plus. • Experience with Intellectual Property Rights matters a strong plus Travel Statement This position may require some local travel and has the possibility for occasional overnight travel. May also require 0-15% domestic or international travel. Clearance Statement *Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, MITRE will consider only applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances.2012-03-23 20:59:59United StatesThe MITRE CorporationVirginia18177BRVAArlington, VA27357808http://mitre.jobs/xml/27357808/jobUSAWashington D.C.Req ID 18174BR Job Title Cyber Security Engineer - Washington DC Location DC: Washington D.C. Profession Information Technology Department Code G121 Purpose Join MITRE and become a member of a cutting-edge cyber analysis team where you will support data extraction and forensic analysis across a broad spectrum in a challenging and rewarding operational environment for a federal law enforcement customer. You will interface daily with the customer and the rest of the team in a fast-paced environment to further the organization’s goals. This position will be primarily located in Washington D.C. Security Clearance Level SCI Key Functions The selected candidate will support in-depth technical forensic analysis of high-profile computer-based incidents for our law enforcement sponsor as part of a top-notch MITRE/government team, learning and utilizing leading edge network, system, visualization, and media analysis tools. The selected candidate will be independently driven and utilize a wide breadth of technical knowledge, programming skills, and operational expertise across all major aspects of computing and data analysis to support incident-driven forensics analysis. The work will be performed on-site at a sponsor location in support of law enforcement operational events. (FC32-EC) Required Education/Experience: BS and 5 years of related experience or MS and 3 years of related experience or PhD and 1 year of related experience Desired Education/Experience B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Information Systems, or related field, and 5+ years of related experience. Previous experience with or understanding of network security, incident response, intrusion detection, programming, forensics, vulnerability assessments, malware, and/or analytic tools a plus. Required Skills: • Knowledge of multiple operating systems (e.g., Windows, Unix, Linux, OSX) • Scripting (Perl/Python) and/or programming language (C, C++, Java) experience • Database experience (MySQL, SQL, Oracle) • Experience with static and dynamic analysis of software • Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking protocols • Clear writing and communications skills are critical. Desired Skills • Internet services administration knowledge (IRC, SMTP, HTTP, DNS, FTP, ssh), systems administration experience • Intrusion response, intrusion detection experience • Knowledge of hacking tools and techniques (buffer overflows, ARP poisoning, browser attacks, phishing/spamming, DNS poisoning, MetaSploit, nmap, Nessus) • Experience leveraging advanced tools such as Encase, Sleuthkit, FTK, Helix, or Palintir • Experience with reverse engineering tools, such as IDA Pro or OllyDbg • Detailed knowledge and experience of both Windows and *nix operating systems, including process management and memory allocation • Intrusion response, intrusion detection experience • Experience with netflow and full-packet analysis • Familiarity with packet capture tools • Analysis experience of network device logging, such as firewalls, routers, switches, network intrusion detection systems, proxy servers, etc. • Pertinent foreign language skills a strong plus • Demonstrated knowledge of law enforcement rules and procedures a strong plus. • Experience with Intellectual Property Rights matters a strong plus Travel Statement This position may require some local travel and has the possibility for occasional overnight travel. May also require 0-15% domestic or international travel. Clearance Statement *Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, MITRE will consider only applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances.2012-03-23 20:59:52United StatesThe MITRE CorporationDistrict Of Columbia18174BRDCWashington D.C., DC27357805http://mitre.jobs/xml/27357805/jobUSAWashington D.C.Req ID 18175BR Job Title Cyber Security Engineer (Washington DC) Location DC: Washington D.C. Profession Information Technology Department Code G121 Purpose Join MITRE and become a member of a cutting-edge cyber analysis team. You will support data extraction and forensic analysis across a broad spectrum in a challenging and rewarding operational environment for a federal law enforcement customer. You will interface daily with the customer and the rest of the team in a fast-paced environment to further the organization’s goals. This position will be primarily located at our sponsor’s facilities in Washington D.C. Security Clearance Level SCI Key Functions The selected candidate will support in-depth technical forensic analysis of high-profile computer-based incidents for our law enforcement sponsor as part of a top-notch MITRE/government team, learning and utilizing leading edge network, system, visualization, and media analysis tools. The selected candidate will be independently driven and utilize a wide breadth of technical knowledge, programming skills, and operational expertise across all major aspects of computing and data analysis to support incident-driven forensics analysis. The work will be performed on-site at a sponsor location in support of law enforcement operational events. (FC32-EC) Required Education/Experience: BS and 1 year experience or MS Desired Education/Experience B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Information Systems, or related field, and 5+ years of related experience. Previous experience with or understanding of network security, incident response, intrusion detection, programming, forensics, vulnerability assessments, malware, and/or analytic tools a plus. Required Skills: • Knowledge of multiple operating systems (e.g., Windows, Unix, Linux, OSX) • Scripting (Perl/Python) and/or programming language (C, C++, Java) experience • Database experience (MySQL, SQL, Oracle) • Experience with static and dynamic analysis of software • Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking protocols • Clear writing and communications skills are critical. Desired Skills • Internet services administration knowledge (IRC, SMTP, HTTP, DNS, FTP, ssh), systems administration experience • Intrusion response, intrusion detection experience • Knowledge of hacking tools and techniques (buffer overflows, ARP poisoning, browser attacks, phishing/spamming, DNS poisoning, MetaSploit, nmap, Nessus) • Experience leveraging advanced tools such as Encase, Sleuthkit, FTK, Helix, or Palintir • Experience with reverse engineering tools, such as IDA Pro or OllyDbg • Detailed knowledge and experience of both Windows and *nix operating systems, including process management and memory allocation • Intrusion response, intrusion detection experience • Experience with netflow and full-packet analysis • Familiarity with packet capture tools • Analysis experience of network device logging, such as firewalls, routers, switches, network intrusion detection systems, proxy servers, etc. • Pertinent foreign language skills a strong plus • Demonstrated knowledge of law enforcement rules and procedures a strong plus. • Experience with Intellectual Property Rights matters a strong plus Travel Statement This position may require some local travel and has the possibility for occasional overnight travel. May also require 0-15% domestic or international travel. Clearance Statement *Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, MITRE will consider only applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances.2012-03-23 20:59:39United StatesThe MITRE CorporationDistrict Of Columbia18175BRDCWashington D.C., DC27357800http://mitre.jobs/xml/27357800/jobUSATampaReq ID 18122BR Job Title Cyber Security Engineer Location FL: Tampa Profession Cyber Security Department Code G02A Purpose Provide System Engineering and Cyber Operations analysis in support of United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). Specific emphasis on designing and implementing vulnerability assessments used to enhance the understanding of adversary tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs). Security Clearance Level SCI Key Functions Provide USSOCOM with system security engineering for communication and network systems. Assess, identify and demonstrate vulnerabilities across a variety of technologies at the system, hardware, software, and firmware levels. The candidate must have strong systems engineering skills and be able to identify the end-to-end impact of information security countermeasures on operational systems and technologies. The candidate will have responsibility for analyzing and defining technical specifications to support communication and network requirements. Participate in exchanges with the sponsor, contractors and vendors; also provide technical recommendations as requested. Document work as formal technical reports, briefings and present the results in a variety of forums. Engage in sponsor led exercises and provide critical technical insight in a rapid manner. Conduct analysis of collected and surveyed data as it pertains to cyber operations and security. Collaborate with a variety of technical specialists to identify, report on, and coordinate mitigation of cyber threats. Leverage technical knowledge of computer systems, communication systems, and networks with cyber threat information to assess USSOCOM’s security posture. Research hackers, hacking techniques, vulnerabilities, exploits, and provide detail briefings and reports to sponsor and technical leadership. Required Education/Experience: BS and 1 year experience or MS Desired Education/Experience MS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field, with 3-4 years relevant experience or BS and 5-7 years relevant experience. Required Skills: Strong systems engineering, analysis and integration skills. Communication and Network security skills. Understanding of DoD, IC and operational information assurance methodologies. Comprehensive understanding and substantial experience in the areas of computer systems, communication systems, network systems engineering, software applications, hardware design, wireless systems. Prior experience using commercial RF equipment, Software Defined Radios (SDR), and other communications systems. Prior experience using Wireshark, TCPdump, Snort, EtterCap, or other technically related network analysis tools. Experience with a variety of languages: C#, Python, Perl, C, sh, Assembly (x86, 8051, microcontrollers, etc). Knowledge of S/W vulnerabilities, exploits and malware. Possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be a self-starter and possess the ability to work in a fast paced environment of rapidly changing requirements in support of the sponsor’s mission statement: Candidate must be able to work on-site, with government program managers, leading different aspects of an assignment, as well as interact within a team of technical peers in a lab environment. Desired Skills Understanding of communication, network and serial protocols. Ability to use reverse engineering tools and technologies to various environments. Experience in working in a mixed military, government and contractor environment. Ability to work closely with sponsor leadership and technical staff with little supervision. Deep understanding of cellular and other commercial networks. Travel Statement *This position will require overnight travel up to 25% of the time. Clearance Statement *Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, MITRE will consider only applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances.2012-03-18 01:40:05United StatesThe MITRE CorporationFlorida18122BRFLTampa, FL27227383http://mitre.jobs/xml/27227383/job