Cyber Security Analyst III (Top Secret Clearance)

Abacus Technology Corporation; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Abacus Technology Corporation is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to support the AFCENT Network Operations and Security Center (NOSC) at Shaw AFB. This role involves analyzing intrusion detection systems, developing countermeasures, and maintaining security devices.

The ideal candidate must have 5+ years of cybersecurity experience, relevant certifications, and strong analytical skills. This full-time position requires the ability to work in a 24/7 environment and is reserved for US citizens with current Top Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in cyber security.
• CISSP certification required.
• Network+ or CCNA certification required.
• ITIL v5 Foundations certification or ability to obtain within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Analyze network intrusion detection systems.
• Develop methods to prevent intrusive activities.
• Install and maintain security devices.
• Conduct network security monitoring and analysis.
• Write and develop custom scripts for toolsets.

Skills

Network intrusion detection

Vulnerability assessments

Firewall management

Microsoft Windows technologies

Linux (Red Hat, Fedora)

Analytical and communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

IDS/IPS

Cisco

Juniper

Job description

Overview

Abacus Technology is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to provide technical support for the AFCENT Network Operations and Security Center (NOSC) at Shaw AFB. This is a full‑time position.

Responsibilities

• Analyze network intrusion detection systems and conduct vulnerability assessments.
• Develop methods to detect and prevent intrusive activities utilizing knowledge.
• Assist in developing countermeasures to isolate, contain and prevent intrusive activities and secure the network.
• Install, configure, maintain, and manage the AFCENT/USCENTCOM security devices including IDS/IPS, ESS/HBSS, and forensic tools.
• Assist in developing and documenting sensor processes and checklists.
• Analyze network firewall and computer network server logs (DNS, proxy, domain controller, file server, Active Directory).
• Develop methods to identify, contain, log, and analyze intrusive activities and security vulnerabilities on AFCENT networks.
• Conduct network security monitoring and intrusion detection analysis using the AFCENT/USCENTCOM selected security tools (IDS/IPS, firewall, proxy, router, Fidelis, Trellix, and LogRhythm logs).
• Write and develop custom scripts as needed to perform tasks related to all cybersecurity toolsets, such as custom parsers and responses.
• Provide LAN/WAN support.

Qualifications

5+ years experience in cyber security. Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Additional years of experience may be substituted for degree requirements. Must be CISSP certified. Must be Network+ or CCNA certified. Must hold the ITIL v5 Foundations certification or be able to obtain the certification within 60 days of hire. Must have firewall experience. Experience with intrusion detection and vulnerability assessments. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows technologies, including Active Directory, Windows Administration, scripting, and Windows configuration techniques. Linux experience to include Red Hat and Fedora. Networking experience including routers, switches, and firewalls. Experience with Cisco and Juniper. Must be detail oriented and possess the ability to work in a multi‑disciplined environment with an adaptive personality. Strong analytical and communication skills. Must be a team player able to work professionally and collaboratively with the government customer and other contract members of the project team. Must be able to provide support in a 24/7/365 environment including occasionally covering shifts outside of the assigned shift and/or providing after hours, weekend, or holiday support as needed on a rotational basis. Must be able to travel to CONUS sites to provide TDY support. Must be a US citizen and hold a current Top Secret clearance with SCI access (TS/SCI).

Additional Information

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.