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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cybersecurity Systems Administrator - **Company:** GOWDA INFORMATICS AUTOMATION AND TECHNOLOGIES LLC - **Location:** Tampa, FL, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $105,400 - $142,600 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, System Configuration, Linux, Digital Assets, Internet Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Linux System Administration, Performance Tuning, Shell Script, Security Information and Event Management, EndPointSecurity, Network Access Control, Software Troubleshooting, Cyber Threat Analysis, Information Technology, Cybercrime, Splunk, Security Orchestration, Automation & Response - **Published:** October 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/cybersecurity-systems-administrator--e5e7f19c-530e-4093-ab21-262f38b120ef ## About the Role Internet Security, Systems Administration/Management, Risk Management, Analysis Skills, Internet Security, Linux Operating System, United States Citizen, Automation, Systems Administration/Management, Security Infrastructure, Analytical Thinking, Cybersecurity Strategies, Linux Management Certifications: CompTIA Security+ CE | CompTIA - CompTIA Experience: 3 + years of related experience, · Proficiency in Linux environments, including system administration tasks and shell scripting for automation and customization. · Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat landscapes, and best practices for configuring and tuning security tools. · Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and optimize system performance. · Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to interact effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders. · Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a dynamic and fast-paced environment., * Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or another related field * Certifications: Relevant certifications (e.g., Security+, CISSP, GIAC, Splunk Core Certified Power User) * Experience: Five plus (3 to 5+) years' experience in cybersecurity administration, with a focus on configuring and managing SIEM, EDR, network access control, and SOAR platforms * Security clearance level: TS/SCI * US citizenship required Desired Qualifications · Prior CENTCOM/COCOM experience · Previous SOC experience is a plus · Previous cyber system administration is a plus · Linux experience ## Description As the Cybersecurity Systems Administrator, you will provide cyber technical support for U.S. Central Command. Support will consist of configuring, tuning, optimizing, and maintaining critical security infrastructure to safeguard the organization's digital assets against evolving cyber threats. You'll be responsible for overseeing the operation and maintenance of essential cybersecurity systems, including Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Endpoint Detection Response (EDR) systems, network access control (Comply-to-Connect), and Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platforms., Configuration and Optimization: · Collaborate with cybersecurity stakeholders to define and implement effective configurations for SIEM, EDR, and network access control solutions. · Customize and optimize alert rules, correlation searches, and detection mechanisms within SIEM to align with security requirements and organizational objectives. · Deploy new SIEM instances including clustered deployments and apps. · Fine-tune EDR policies, rulesets, and scanning parameters to enhance endpoint visibility and threat detection capabilities. · Configure network access control policies for the comply-2-connect solution to enforce security posture and mitigate risks associated with unauthorized devices. · Ability to support Linux environment, editing and maintaining Splunk configuration files and apps. · Work with other Cybersecurity Engineering team members and will be required to interact with end users to gather requirements, perform troubleshooting, and provide assistance with the creation of Splunk search queries and dashboards. · Integrate cyber tools with variety of legacy data sources. Maintenance and Support: · Conduct routine maintenance tasks, such as software updates, patches, and performance tuning, to ensure the reliability and efficiency of cybersecurity systems. · Provide timely support and troubleshooting assistance to address issues and incidents related to SIEM, EDR, C2C, and SOAR platforms, collaborating with vendors or higher-level support as necessary. · Perform regular system audits and health checks to identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, or performance issues, implementing corrective actions as needed. · Provide occasional presentations of tool capabilities to leadership Policy Development and Compliance: · Develop and enforce configuration standards, security policies, and operational procedures for cybersecurity systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. · Monitor compliance with security policies and regulations through audits, assessments, and reporting activities, taking corrective actions to address any deviations or gaps. · Collaborate with compliance and audit teams to streamline regulatory compliance efforts and demonstrate adherence to security standards. · Integration and Automation: Integrate cybersecurity systems with other security controls, data sources, and IT infrastructure components to create a cohesive security ecosystem. · Develop and maintain automation scripts, playbooks, and workflows within the SOAR platform to automate routine tasks, orchestrate incident response processes, and enhance operational efficiency. · Explore opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement by leveraging automation, orchestration, and integration with emerging technologies and industry trends.