IS/IT SME Level V CND

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Level V - CND Information Technology Suffolk , Virginia Contract To Hire 1781114909283 Jun 10, 2026

Job Title:

IS/IT Subject Matter Expert Level V (Elastic Focused)

Location:

Suffolk Virginia 23435 (This role is 100% onsite)

Terms:

Contract to Hire Clearance Level -

Secret Summary:

Looking for an IS/IT Subject Matter Expert Level V to support the JS J7 Joint Training DevSecOps pipeline core infrastructure and data center in Suffolk, VA. The selected candidate will be responsible for supporting the Deputy Directorate, Joint Training (DDJT) for Continuous Network Defense (CND) cybersecurity engineering. Specific duties include but are not limited to the following: Serve as the primary Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all aspects of the Continuous Network Defense cybersecurity tools in accordance with all applicable DoD Instructions (DoDI), policies and regulations. Utilize Tenable and Nessus to perform regularly scheduled discovery and vulnerability scans, provide analysis of results, and development mitigation strategies to reduce overall risk surface. Manage Trellix ePO and deploy endpoint products such as ENS, PA, DLP, etc., to implement and enforce endpoint security policies in accordance with response to and mitigation of potential threats. Implementation of ForeScout policies for Comply-To-Connect (C2C) initiative, to ensure continuous compliance and quarantining of unauthorized, noncompliant devices. Monitoring of Cortex Xpanse to identify and assess external-facing assets and respond to alerts with the corrective action to mitigate the findings. Ensure continuous data flow is active for the Continuous Monitoring and Risk Scoring (CMRS) DoD system, including endpoint security data (Trellix), vulnerability and flaw remediation (Tenable), and security compliance data (ForeScout). Configuration, modification and deployment of security policies on Cisco Firepower Management Console (FMC) to ensure intrusion prevention (IPS) is enforced at the network security level. Utilize and validate DNS and DHCP data within Infoblox, monitoring for anomalous records, unauthorized entries, and removal of duplicate records. Implementation of AD Audit Engine to detect and investigate anomalous, malicious or malformed activity within Active Directory, to identify potential insider threats and/or compromised accounts. Conduct threat hunts and active/passive reconnaissance using network traffic analysis, heuristic analysis, and cybersecurity data analysis to identify and mitigate indicators of compromise (IoC), misconfigured systems, and advanced persistent threat actors (APTs). Certifications (IAT Level II) - One of the following: CySA+ Security+ CCNA - Security

GICSP GSEC SSCP

Required Skills and Experience:

A master's of Cybersecurity or related degree, or 10 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering focused on Government-approved cybersecurity tools. At least 5 years of experience related to DoD cybersecurity vulnerability detection and response utilizing tools within FISMA compliance. Experience with big data analytical tools such as Elasticsearch and Splunk. About Seneca Resources At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm — we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact. When you work with Seneca, you're choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path. Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way. Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Apply Now Share This Post