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IT Systems Engineer

Cherokee FederalFort Belvoir, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 29 Aug 2026

Quick Overview

Salary
$115k - $125k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Fort Belvoir, VA, United States
Posted
Yesterday
CSS

Job Description

Job Description

IT Systems Engineer - UAM

This position requires an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance.

The IT Systems Engineer serves as User Activity Monitoring (UAM) analyst responsible for identifying anomalous user actions on networks while documenting findings and recommendations for leadership review and approval to assist with modernization efforts for Army systems.

Compensation & Benefits

Estimated Starting Salary Range for IT Systems Engineer: $115,000 to $125,000

Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

IT Systems Engineer - UAM Responsibilities Include

Assist in modernizing UAM collection by reviewing existing capabilities and recommending modifications, enhancements and new techniques, along with processes, procedures, or technology changes to improve effectiveness.

Serve as an Army UAM analyst responsible for identifying anomalous user actions on Army networks.

Reviews and analyzes received network alerts to determine validity as potential insider threats and security incidents. Employs UAM, analysis, and correlation tools in the conduct of event analysis.

Coordinates with other entities to receive data from a number of networks to support analysis efforts.

Collaborates with the Insider Threat Hub, cyber defense, and information assurance (IA) staff members to leverage their expertise in execution of mission requirements

Creates recurring status reports and maintains a tracking mechanism for actions taken.

Review and resolve received UAM audit events and alerts, present the Government findings with resolution recommendations, and document analysis results.

Write, review and edit Incident Assessment Reports (IARs) and submit them to the Government for review and acceptance.

Use the Army's UAM case management system to establish a new case, track progress, update status, modify existing open cases, and close out active cases. Review and edit case information and data in the Army's case management system to ensure all required analysis findings are properly documented.

Assist Army units in resolving IAR findings.

Assist external agencies in reviewing and clarifying collected system user activity audit data.

Validate collected system event data against device log data or reports from other network deployed tools when possible and include this research in the case management tool and IARs.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned

IT Systems Engineer - UAM Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested

Must have good analytical skills, attention to detail, self-motivation, and highly effective organizational, writing, and verbal skills

Must be able to adapt to a changing environment

Must be proficient in all MS Office suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Prefer a minimum of a BA/BS in technology related field; ten years' experience as an IT Systems Architect or Engineer can be substituted for the degree.

Six years' experience in Project Engineering, Systems Engineering, or Software Engineering is required; 10 years' experience is preferred.

Top Secret Clearance with SCI is required

Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information

Cherokee Strategic Solutions (CSS) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CSS, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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Keywords

TS/SCI Clearance

User Activity Monitoring (UAM)

Insider Threat Detection

Network Security Analysis

Army Systems Modernization

Legal Disclaimer: Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our Affirmative Action and

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement, and Accommodation request.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

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