Cyber Security Analyst III

Veterans First Initiative; Warner Robins (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Career advancement

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Veterans First Initiative, LLC (VFI) is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst Level II/III for a multi-year Air Force Reserve Command IT services contract. This on-site role is based at Robins AFB/Warner Robins, GA, with minimal travel and a weekday schedule.

Candidates must possess an active DoD Secret clearance, five years of cybersecurity analysis experience, and DoD RMF training; IAM Level II certification is required. The position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in a technical cybersecurity analysis role.
• Complete DoD RMF Course within 180 days of assignment.
• IAM Level II certification required.
• Ability to resolve complex security issues in diverse environments and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and analyzes cybersecurity alerts from tools, network devices, and information systems.
• Performs vulnerability scans to identify weaknesses and mitigate risks.
• Conducts forensic analysis of information systems and portable devices.
• Develops plans and designs to protect against cyber threats and supports RMF activities.
• Delivers cybersecurity awareness training and documents findings.

Skills

Cybersecurity analysis

Threat analysis

Vulnerability assessment

Forensic analysis

Security monitoring

Incident response

Tools

Cybersecurity tools

Job description

Cybersecurity Analyst Level IIIFull-timeLocation: Warner Robins, GAVeterans First Initiative, LLC (VFI) is a U.S. Government Contractor and IT Services Integrator that delivers Network, Unified Communications, Information Technology, and Cybersecurity Engineering and Infrastructure Solutions on a global scale. VFI is certified by the Department of Veterans Affairs as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).VFI seeks an experienced, professional Cybersecurity Analyst Level III for a complex, multi-year contract to support the Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) Information Technology (IT) Services.Note: All candidates must possess an active DoD Secret clearanceLocation: Robins AFB/Warner Robins, GASchedule: Monday – Friday, weekends as neededTravel: Minimal, less than 10%Duties and Responsibilities:Demonstrates knowledge of system security.Possesses familiarity with cyber threats, malicious cyber threat actor motivations, and working knowledge of threat analysis and enterprise level cyber threat mitigation strategies.Monitors and analyzes cybersecurity alerts from cybersecurity tools, network devices, and information systems.Monitors and maintains cybersecurity infrastructure and/or policies and procedures to protect information systems from unauthorized use.Performs vulnerability scans of networks and applications to assess effectiveness and identify weaknesses. Performs forensic analysis of information systems and portable devices, and forensic recovery of data using assessment tools.Defines plans; organizes designs; and develops, modifies, tests, and integrates database or computer hardware systems to protect against cyber threats.Reviews, develops, and delivers cybersecurity awareness training.Researches and implements new security risk and mitigation strategies, tools, techniques, and solutions for the prevention, detection, containment, and correction of data security breaches.Requirements and Qualifications:At least five (5) years of experience in a technical cybersecurity analysis role.Knowledge of the limitations and capabilities of computer systems and technology; operational support of networks, operating systems, Internet technologies, databases, and security infrastructure; cybersecurity and information security controls, practices, procedures, and regulations; and incident response program practices and procedures.Skill in the use of a computer and applicable software; and in the configuring, deploying, and monitoring security infrastructure.Ability to resolve complex security issues in diverse and decentralized environments; to plan, develop, monitor, and maintain cybersecurity and information technology security processes and controls; to communicate effectively; and to supervise the work of others.Complete DoD RMF Course within one hundred eighty (180) calendar days of being assigned to position.IAM Level II certification.Potential for Telework:Based on customer needsVFI offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits packages including medical, dental, vision, employer paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance, retirement plans with employer contributions, paid time off, holidays, opportunity for advancement, and a respectful and collaborative work environment.Application Instructions: Please apply on our website at: www.vetfi.com/careers.VFI is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, religion, national origin, color, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or protected veteran status.