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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cybersecurity Administrator Senior - **Company:** Wichita Tribal Enterprise - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Computer Literacy, Linux, Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Intrusion Detection Systems, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Network Intrusion Detection Systems, Performance Tuning, Security Information and Event Management, Systems Integration, Virtualization Technology, Network Access Control, In-Plane Switching (IPS), Forescout, Cyber Warfare, Splunk - **Published:** August 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=252823b6eed50daf ## About the Role * Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and balance conflicting demands. * Strong sense of professionalism, integrity, and ethics * Ability to combine technical skills with an understanding of business needs to successfully protect assets. * Proven ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing to technical and non-technical audiences * Experience assessing and hardening security configurations for operating systems, applications, and services. * Experience in understanding and handling STIG controls * Experience in performing STIG audits as scheduled by Government agency * Administration of Network Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (NIDS & NIPS) * Administration of Network Access Control (NAC) Systems such as ForeScout CounterAct * Administration of Host Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (HIDS & HIPS) * Administration of/and deployment of Security Information Event Management System (SIEM), such as Splunk * IDS, IPS, SIEM content management, policy tuning and signature development * Ad-hoc scripting supporting process automation and data analysis. * New system integration and coordination with engineering * Resource utilization analysis and performance tuning of IDS & SIEM servers & applications * Experience with virtualization technologies * Experience in the deployment, operation, maintenance, upgrading and troubleshooting/repair of cyber defense systems to include but not limited to network components, servers, analyst workstations, CND associated hardware and software. Required Qualifications * US Citizenship required * Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Tier 2, Public Trust background investigation. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with DOI * Knowledge of FIPS and NIST compliance and regulations. Education Requirements * 7+ years of broad work experience including administration, engineering, and security. * 5+ years of experience in security technology administration Certifications required within the first year of employment (at least one). * Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) * Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) * Security+ * MCSE * Linux Physical Demands - IT Office/Technical Role The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee, with or without reasonable accommodation. This role is primarily office-based and requires prolonged computer use, including sitting, typing, and operating standard office equipment. Occasional walking, standing, bending, and reaching may be required to support equipment setup and troubleshooting. The employee must be able to lift up to 15 pounds, with occasional heavier lifting. The employee must be able to communicate effectively and maintain visual acuity (close, distance, color, and depth perception). 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