Linux Journeyman

Job DescriptionJob Description

BreakPoint Labs is seeking a Linux Journeyman to support Network Engineering’s service provisioning the Defense Research and Engineering Network (DREN) and Secret Research and Engineering Network (SDREN), which provide DoD clients and partners access they need to accomplish their respective missions. The position is located on-site at Point Loma.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide system and network administration support to a large-scale 24×7 organization.
• Perform hands-on installation, hardening, and troubleshooting of network and system equipment.
• Participate in the development and maintenance of network performance and utilization analysis, to include troubleshooting when necessary.
• Perform analysis to improve system and network operation and enhance security posture for the network(s).
• Perform a variety of systems and network engineering tasks and activities that are broad in nature and are concerned with system design, integration, and implementation.
• Strong attention to detail and the application of critical thinking/troubleshooting is necessary.
• The ability to communicate concisely and clearly, and the professional experience required to successfully work in a team environment is required.
• A proactive and positive approach to customer service is necessary to be successful in this position.

Required Experience:

• Proficient in Linux, and working knowledge of Windows operating systems
• Relevant, technical experience in enterprise or data center environment
• Understanding of IPv4 and familiarity with IPv6 routing and multicast is required
• Working knowledge and experience with data center technologies, such as:
  – Local (LAN) and wide-area networks (WAN)
  – NAS and/or SAN storage technologies
  – Firewalls, routers, switches, VPNs
  – Network protocols, such as TCP/IP, WINS, DHCP, DNS, SNMP, FTP, HTTP, SMTP, etc.
  – Network security, intrusion detection, and server monitoring
  – Familiarity with Palo Alto, F5, Gigamon, Juniper, Symantec, Fidelis, Fluency, HAIPE/EDE technologies desired.

Certifications Required: IAT Level II required (e.g. Security+)

DoD Clearance Required: Top Secret Security Clearance, an Interim Top Secret is acceptable

Education Level Required: Bachelor’s Degree: Area(s) of Study: Engineering, Computer Science, or related scientific/technical discipline. Additional experience may serve as equivalencies for non-degree candidates.

Company DescriptionBreakPoint Labs, a small business cybersecurity services firm, is dedicated to providing the methods and means for sustainable, measurable, and effective cybersecurity operations. Powered by highly motivated, experienced cybersecurity professionals with technical and scientific proficiency, BreakPoint Labs is developing and leveraging technology to enable a more secure cyberspace. With well-formed service delivery models in cybersecurity assessments, defensive cyber operations, research and development, and cybersecurity training, BreakPoint Labs supports a diverse customer base in addressing its most challenging problems in cyberspace.

BreakPoint Labs is constantly seeking enthusiastic cybersecurity professionals, either to exchange technical ideas and lessons learned or to potentially join the BreakPoint Labs Team. Through an established corporate culture, BreakPoint Labs embraces a highly technical, [geeky] workforce passionate about developing and leveraging technology to secure cyberspace.Company DescriptionBreakPoint Labs, a small business cybersecurity services firm, is dedicated to providing the methods and means for sustainable, measurable, and effective cybersecurity operations. Powered by highly motivated, experienced cybersecurity professionals with technical and scientific proficiency, BreakPoint Labs is developing and leveraging technology to enable a more secure cyberspace. With well-formed service delivery models in cybersecurity assessments, defensive cyber operations, research and development, and cybersecurity training, BreakPoint Labs supports a diverse customer base in addressing its most challenging problems in cyberspace.\r\n\r\nBreakPoint Labs is constantly seeking enthusiastic cybersecurity professionals, either to exchange technical ideas and lessons learned or to potentially join the BreakPoint Labs Team. Through an established corporate culture, BreakPoint Labs embraces a highly technical, [geeky] workforce passionate about developing and leveraging technology to secure cyberspace.