Cyber Security Analyst Senior Advisor

Description

The company is a global technology and professional services firm that serves US government, defense and intelligence agencies. It has about 26,000 staff and operates in more than 50 countries, with work in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

This role sits on an integrated team of government and contractor technical and functional experts who run cybersecurity for USSOCOM.

The team monitors USSOCOM networks and systems for cyber threats and works with stakeholders to fix the vulnerabilities it finds.

You will help maintain the Authorization to Operate (ATO) by implementing security controls and monitoring them.

You will also keep certification databases, websites and tools up to date so that networks, systems and devices are documented and managed from a security standpoint.

Responsibilities

• Find security risks, threats and weaknesses in networks, systems, applications and new technology projects.
• Analyze complex security architectures to assess and reduce problems, and draft policies and procedures that secure system infrastructure and applications.
• Produce detailed technical and program assessments, review engineering and integration work, and give technical support on security policies, standards and guidelines.
• Create, implement, enforce and explain security policies and plans covering data, software, hardware and telecommunications.
• Run in-depth product evaluations, then recommend and deploy network security products and services.
• Test complex security architecture and design solutions, and write detailed engineering specifications that name recommended vendor technologies.
• Oversee compliance with security directives, orders, standards, plans and procedures. Write manuals and make sure support staff receive and keep up security awareness training.
• Assess how theft, destruction, alteration or loss of access to information would affect the business unit or customer, and report the findings to senior management.

Requirements

• Strong skills in analysis, cybersecurity, network security, security architecture design and security controls.
• 8+ years of related work experience, along with technical training, certification(s) or a degree.
• You must obtain and maintain the CompTIA PenTest+ certification or an equivalent to meet 8140/8570 requirements.
• You must have basic coding or scripting skills in Python, Bash or PowerShell to automate tasks.
• You must be familiar with the OWASP Top 10, cloud platforms and security software. Nmap and Burp Suite experience is preferred.
• Experience with IP networking and protocols, plus security technologies such as encryption, IPsec, PKI, VPNs, firewalls, proxy services, DNS, email and access control lists.
• Experience with internet, web, application and network security techniques.
• Experience with operating system security on Windows, Linux and similar platforms.
• Experience with leading firewall, network scanning and intrusion detection products, and with authentication technologies.
• Thorough understanding and hands-on expertise with ICD 503 and the NIST Risk Management Framework.
• Experience preparing and maintaining Assessment and Authorization packages.
• Experience validating NIST 800-53 security controls and CNSSI 1253 security controls and overlays.
• US citizenship is required.

Conditions

TS/SCI clearance is required. You must currently hold it or be able to obtain it. No public trust or other clearance is required.

The role is full-time at 40 hours per week, onsite in Tampa, FL.

Travel of 10-25% is required.

The likely salary is $129,813 to $149,500. This is not a guarantee. Pay depends on experience, geographic location and possibly contract terms, and may fall outside this range.

As part of hiring, you will complete an identity verification process using biometrics and artificial intelligence. You must be on camera for virtual interviews, and your photo may be taken to verify identity. By proceeding, you consent to biometric data use for verification and security.

The company is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Benefits

• 401(k) with pre- and post-tax contributions up to IRS limits and a company match.
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages, including medical plans (some with Health Savings Accounts), dental and vision.
• Full flex work weeks where possible, plus paid vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
• Short and long-term disability, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel accident insurance, provided or available.
• An internal mobility team to help you manage your career.
• Professional growth through paid education and certifications.
• Hands-on work with current technology on real-world problems.