Computer Network Defense Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of computer network defense. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for support, participate and lead many LAN/WAN, Security projects and tasks performed by the Network Operations team.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Requires DoD 8570 IAT II day one and either IASAE-II (CISSP or CASP CE or CSSLP) or CND-SP Infrastructure Support certifications (SSCP or CEH) within 6 months of hire
• Experience with CND technologies used in the IC, DoD, and commercial domains (including NIDS/NIPS, HIDS/HIPS, SIEMs)
• Strong interest in cyber-security problems and the Advanced Persistent Threat, covering both operations and research
• Familiarity with government acquisition and system engineering processes
• Audit reviews should identify any potential security anomalies or unauthorized systems accesses
• Maintains highest professional values, reports to work on time, well groomed, and ready to perform specified duties
• Security+ certification is the minimum standard for the DPOC
• Provides continuous network security monitoring, intrusion detection, and incident response actions to defend the program component of the Ballistic Missile Defense Communications Network (BMD COMNET) and program mission systems and services

I would like to submit my application for the computer network defense opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for network engineering support of enterprise network devices and services (WAN, LAN, WLAN, security, AWS, etc.).

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• IAT Level II (Current CCSP, Security+ with evidence of continuing education, SSCP, or CCNA-Security)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certified
• Experience analyzing reports generated from SIEM tools
• Understanding of packet capture (PCAP) analysis and network flow data review
• Experience analyzing various security log formats from various sources
• Current Security+, Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) or equivalent certification
• Working knowledge and experience with ACAS, ITSM/Remedy, Serena and MS Active Directory (AD), Group Policies
• Experienced in preparation and review of NGA correspondence formats, guidelines, style

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the computer network defense position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for operational support for all Wireless, Wired, and security network devices with emphasis on LAN and WAN connectivity.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Experience executing IT service management (ITSM) best practices
• Hands-on experience with commercial off-the-shelf ITSM suites, including BMC Remedy or ServiceNow
• Hands-on experience with implementing service improvement processes in response to performance metrics or service level agreements
• Experience leading, directing, and evaluating task execution and performance exercising latitude and independence of the team to implement solutions, as needed
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (CCNA, Security +, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP)
• Work closely with JRSS migration project managers and act as a liaison to the customer
• Communicate technical details related to the JRSS network defense (CND) tool suite to the customer
• Work side by side with the CND development team to understand the current and future solutions in order to better meet the requirements of customers migrating to JRSS

I am excited to be applying for the position of computer network defense. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for network design, solution deployment, and technical documentation for network and security related equipment such as LAN, WAN, Firewall, Load Balancer etc.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Familiarity with Cyber Network Defense Operations
• Familiarity with the JRSS architecture
• Good organization, functional/operational management and people skills
• Tipping Point
• Working knowledge of with Audit reduction tools and capabilities (such as ArcSight)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ), SharePoint Information System
• IAT Level II Certifications
• IAW DoD 8570 Cyber Analysis Certification

In response to your job posting for computer network defense, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for advisory network intrusion services in terms of Computer Network Defense analysis supporting active security monitoring missions in the technical domain areas of Internet protocols (i.e., TCPIIP and IPSec).

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Familiarity with the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency’s mission and structure
• Working knowledge and experience with HBSS, Microsoft System Center Service Manager (SCSM) , Serena and MS Active Directory (AD), Group Policies
• Adhere to Service Management Processes and Procedures (Change, Incident, and Problem)
• Possess working knowledge of Assessment and Authorization practices within DoDI8510.01, ICD 503, CNSSI 1253, and the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process including various security tools (ACAS, HBSS)
• Understanding of DHS/DoD policies and procedures, including CJCSM 6510.01 B, NIST 800-53, and other applicable policies
• Active Secret Clearance and have eligibility for a Top Secret Clearance
• In depth knowledge of McAfee HBSS ePO administration
• Experience with HBSS policy development and tuning