Linux Cyber Security Engineer

pSpektrum supports apex purchasers (NATO, UN, EU, and National Government and Defence) and their Tier 1 supplier ecosystem with a wide range of specialist services. We provide our clients with professional services, specialised aerospace and defence sales, delivery, and operational subject matter expertise. We are looking for personnel to join our team and support key client projects. /p h3Who we are supporting /h3 pThe NATO Communication and Information Agency (NCIA) is responsible for providing secure and effective communications and information technology (IT) services to NATO's member countries and its partners. The agency was established in 2012 and is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium. /p pThe NCIA provides a wide range of services, including: /p ul liCyber Security: The NCIA provides advanced cybersecurity solutions to protect NATO's communication networks and information systems against cyber threats. /li liCommand and Control Systems: The NCIA develops and maintains the systems used by NATO's military commanders to plan and execute operations. /li liSatellite Communications: The NCIA provides satellite communications services to enable secure and reliable communications between NATO forces. /li liElectronic Warfare: The NCIA provides electronic warfare services to support NATO's mission to detect, deny, and defeat threats to its communication networks. /li liInformation Management: The NCIA manages NATO's information technology infrastructure, including its databases, applications, and servers. /li /ul pOverall, the NCIA plays a critical role in ensuring the security and effectiveness of NATO's communication and information technology capabilities. /p h3The program /h3 pAssistance and Advisory Service (AAS) /p pThe NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) is NATO’s principal C3 capability deliverer and CIS service provider. It provides, maintains and defends the NATO enterprise-wide information technology infrastructure to enable Allies to consult together under Article IV, and, when required, stand together in the face of attack under Article V. /p pTo provide these critical services, in the modern evolving dynamic environment the NCI Agency needs to build and maintain high performance-engaged workforce. The NCI Agency workforce strategically consists of three major categorise's: NATO International Civilians (NIC)'s, Military (Mil), and Interim Workforce Consultants (IWC)'s. The IWCs are a critical part of the overall NCI Agency workforce and make up approximately 15 percent of the total workforce. /p h3Role ID – C /h3 h3Role Duties and Responsibilities /h3 pUnder the direction of the Section Head of Gateway Security Services the contractor shall perform the following activities: /p ul liCentral system administration and configuration of Guards and Data Diodes to ensure continuing functionality and availability. /li liAdaptation of release markings and/or email attachment types /li liconfiguration of additional cross-domain flows /li liUser and access management /li liMonitor system performance and availability /li liAnalyze, troubleshoot and resolve application issues /li liDevelopment of automation scripts to meet day to day system administration tasks /li liUpdating of Guard and Data Diode software/patches /li liMonitor patch releases /li liTest new software and patches /li liSupport A2SL process for approval of software updates /li liinstallation and configuration of software and patch updates /li liDocumentation of Guards and Data Diode systems /li liDevelopment of SOPs and other documentation for repetitive activities /li liProduce and maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented systems /li liOperational support of Guards and Data Diodes /li liTechnical support in troubleshooting infrastructure and operational issues /li liCollaboration with other teams for a successful resolution /li liProvide technical support and guidance by answering end-user requests to identify issues in secure cross-domain data exchange /li /ul pHardware and software systems installation and configuration b. Implementation and verification of guards and data diode configuration to meet customer cross-domain data exchange requirements /p h3Essential Skills, Experience and Certifications /h3 ul liAt least 3 years practical experience in cyber security or related field /li liExtensive knowledge and experience (min 3 years) in the following areas: /li liLinux System Administration (preferred RedHat Enterprise Linux) /li liScripting/Automation (Bash, Python, Ansible) /li liOther Boundaries Protections Devices such as firewalls /li liSystem security, including hardening and SELinux /li liSystem monitoring and troubleshooting /li liExperience with network protocols and traffic analysis /li liAbility to troubleshoot complex network security issues /li liLAN/WAN networking including protocol network architecture /li liTCP/IP protocols and services /li liStrong stakeholder management skills – can