Cyber Security Analyst

Scires; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

An advanced engineering corporation is looking for a cybersecurity professional in Philadelphia. The role involves supporting security assessments and ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards. Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience, an active Secret clearance, and the ability to work independently in a team-focused environment. Competitive benefits and generous vacation time offered.

Qualifications

• Must possess an active Secret clearance.
• A minimum of five years of cybersecurity experience.
• Must hold a DoD 8570-compliant IAT II certification.

Responsibilities

• Supporting security assessments and system authorizations.
• Verifying patches and updates using automated tools.
• Ensuring compliance with Navy, NIST, and DoD guidelines.

Skills

Cybersecurity experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team player

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree in information systems or computer science

Tools

eMASS

Windows

Linux

Nessus

STIG Viewer

Job description

Description

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) is a Department of Defense entity responsible for research and development, test and evaluation, engineering and fleet support organization for the Navy’s ships, submarines, military watercraft and unmanned vehicles. This requirement is for NSWCPD Code 20 Land Based Test Site Programs, which is responsible for the support of Risk Management Framework (RMF) package development of all NSWCPD Land Based Test Sites. All test site systems must receive and maintain full RMF Authority To Operate (ATO) to ensure Cyber Security and Information Assurance (IA) Hardening of all Land Based Test Site Systems. Systems in scope are both Ashore and Afloat systems within each Land Based Test Site.

• Supporting the information system owner to complete security assessments, achieve system authorizations, continuous monitoring, and configuration management, through eMASS
• Verifying patches and virus definitions are updated on the system using existing automated tools
• Adhering to pre-defined configuration management and change management policies for authorizing software prior to its implementation on systems
• Verifying mitigation and closure of open vulnerabilities following the NSWC change control process
• Assessing NSWC systems in accordance with Navy, NIST, DoD, and DISA guidance
• Reporting security incidents in accordance with the Command's Incident Response Plan
• Ensuring systems are operated, used, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with all applicable security policies and practices

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Requirements

• Must possess an active Secret clearance at the minimum
• A minimum of five (5) years of cybersecurity experience
• Must currently hold a DoD 8570-compliant IAT II certification (SSCP or Security+CE with appropriate CE/OS certificate), and IAM II certification (CAP or CASP CE) or be able to obtain within six months; CE/OS certificate may include Windows or Linux
• Experience with eMASS and/or Xacta, ACAS/Nessus, SCAP, Benchmarks, STIG Viewer, and POA&Ms
• Experience with patching, reviewing system and event logs for operating systems such as Windows and Linux
• Must be able to diagnose and solve problems within a computer network
• Have knowledge of National Institute of Science and Technology (NIST) and Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) standards, guidelines, and requirements as to Cybersecurity and Risk Management
• Have experience in reviewing compliance in Microsoft Windows, Red Hat Linux and other operating systems in accordance with DISA and NIST requirements
• Have professional communication skills and the ability to express thoughts and ideas clearly and concisely
• Must be a team player, dedicated to program support, capable of multitasking and working several complex and diverse tasks with simultaneous or near simultaneous deadlines
• Be a self-starter who is accountable and requires minimal direction and supervision
• Be open to new and innovative idea

Desired Skills

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, or similar
• Navy Qualified Validator (NQV)
• Experience evaluating DISA STIG configurations
• Experience with Windows and Linux patching environments
• Experience with eMASS

Clearance Information

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TOP SECRET / SCI LEVEL

Travel Requirements

• Up to 10% travel may be required

About Us

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals starting at 10 days of vacation and 5 days of sick leave annually, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EEO

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

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