SME Endpoint Protection Administrator

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Job Title: SME Endpoint Protection AdministratorLocation: DISA Montgomery, 401 East Moore Dr. Bldg. 857, Montgomery, AL 36114-3001 , Some Travel Required.Employment Type: Full-TimeShift: N/AAbout the CompanyAthena Technology Group, Inc. (ATG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) focused on Information Technology and Communications consulting, system engineering, integration, deployment and operation of state of the art command and control and information systems that deliver critical network centric solution to the warfighter. With a proven track record of technical support to our customers, we are looking for innovative industry professionals to join our team.ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Vets/DisabilityJob SummaryWe are seeking a SME Endpoint Protection Administrator to join our team. In this role, you will provide Cybersecurity management support for the DISA Cybersecurity Division by supporting compliance monitoring/reporting, response and mitigation, automation and management services, compliance validation, configuration, change management and account management. This person will work as part of a disperse team requiring coordination, teamwork and must provide a proven ability to strategize and implement high-level program initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesOperate, manage, and deploy DISA approved endpoint security tools and components to include ESS and Microsoft Defender/Microsoft Defender for Server (MDE/MDfS) in accordance with (IAW) all active DoD and DISA policies and procedures in isolated environments, SIPRNET, and NIPRNet. Monitor, maintain, and facilitate endpoint protection compliance throughout DISA and the life cycle.Perform rogue system and removable storage monitoring and registration, testing, module installation, policy, tag, and security scan creation and application, firewall, Intrusion Protection System, Antivirus tuning and enforcement.Validate, register, update and maintain approved mass storage device documentation to include removable spinning disk drives.Participate in and adhere to change control board and stakeholder weekly meetings, determinations, and requirements.Investigate, remediate, prevent, and document issues resulting in denials of service.Create, maintain, and facilitate custom queries, reports, and dashboards for system, module, and policy compliance.Monitor and report cyber and insider threats.Facilitate and approve endpoint protection application upgrades and changes.Monitor, evaluate, remediate, and prevent performance impacting issues.Manage DISA approved endpoint security tool accounts and credentials IAW DISA privileged access policies and procedures.Conduct audits and provide documentation.Support management of the task order, overseeing multiple personnel up to 35 people.Oversee contract deliverables and contract meetings.Track contract spending and travel requirements.Work with corporate team members to ensure project documentation is completed and update to date.QualificationsRequired:Bachelor's degree or higher7+ years of professional experience with endpoint tools and cybersecurity5+ Years experience with Microsoft ProductsCurrent 8570/8140 Certificate with Network Environment focus and ESS certificationsStrong communication, leadership, and organizational skillsMust be a US citizenExperience working with teams in multiple locations across the United States.Experience working with IT teams in various capacities.Physical and Environmental ConditionsNormal Office Environment. Requires Sitting, Standing, Near Acuity, Speaking with colleagues and customers, Listening, Sight, Use of hands/fingers.Additional BenefitsPerformance Bonuses and annual salary reviewsHealth, dental, and vision insuranceShort Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance401(k) plan with company matchOpportunities for professional growth and developmentA collaborative and inclusive work environmentATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Job Title: SME Endpoint Protection AdministratorLocation: DISA Montgomery, 401 East Moore Dr. Bldg. 857, Montgomery, AL 36114-3001 , Some Travel Required.Employment Type: Full-TimeShift: N/AAbout the CompanyAthena Technology Group, Inc. (ATG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) focused on Information Technology and Communications consulting, system engineering, integration, deployment and operation of state of the art command and control and information systems that deliver critical network centric solution to the warfighter. With a proven track record of technical support to our customers, we are looking for innovative industry professionals to join our team.ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Vets/DisabilityJob SummaryWe are seeking a SME Endpoint Protection Administrator to join our team. In this role, you will provide Cybersecurity management support for the DISA Cybersecurity Division by supporting compliance monitoring/reporting, response and mitigation, automation and management services, compliance validation, configuration, change management and account management. This person will work as part of a disperse team requiring coordination, teamwork and must provide a proven ability to strategize and implement high-level program initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesOperate, manage, and deploy DISA approved endpoint security tools and components to include ESS and Microsoft Defender/Microsoft Defender for Server (MDE/MDfS) in accordance with (IAW) all active DoD and DISA policies and procedures in isolated environments, SIPRNET, and NIPRNet. Monitor, maintain, and facilitate endpoint protection compliance throughout DISA and the life cycle.Perform rogue system and removable storage monitoring and registration, testing, module installation, policy, tag, and security scan creation and application, firewall, Intrusion Protection System, Antivirus tuning and enforcement.Validate, register, update and maintain approved mass storage device documentation to include removable spinning disk drives.Participate in and adhere to change control board and stakeholder weekly meetings, determinations, and requirements.Investigate, remediate, prevent, and document issues resulting in denials of service.Create, maintain, and facilitate custom queries, reports, and dashboards for system, module, and policy compliance.Monitor and report cyber and insider threats.Facilitate and approve endpoint protection application upgrades and changes.Monitor, evaluate, remediate, and prevent performance impacting issues.Manage DISA approved endpoint security tool accounts and credentials IAW DISA privileged access policies and procedures.Conduct audits and provide documentation.Support management of the task order, overseeing multiple personnel up to 35 people.Oversee contract deliverables and contract meetings.Track contract spending and travel requirements.Work with corporate team members to ensure project documentation is completed and update to date.QualificationsRequired:Bachelor's degree or higher7+ years of professional experience with endpoint tools and cybersecurity5+ Years experience with Microsoft ProductsCurrent 8570/8140 Certificate with Network Environment focus and ESS certificationsStrong communication, leadership, and organizational skillsMust be a US citizenExperience working with teams in multiple locations across the United States.Experience working with IT teams in various capacities.Physical and Environmental ConditionsNormal Office Environment. Requires Sitting, Standing, Near Acuity, Speaking with colleagues and customers, Listening, Sight, Use of hands/fingers.Additional BenefitsPerformance Bonuses and annual salary reviewsHealth, dental, and vision insuranceShort Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance401(k) plan with company matchOpportunities for professional growth and developmentA collaborative and inclusive work environmentATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.#J-18808-Ljbffr