Cyber Security Operations Specialist (Adv. Cyber Analytics)

Cherokee Federal; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Job summary

Cherokee Preting LLC seeks a mission-focused Cybersecurity Operations Specialist III to support a government customer in St. Louis, MO. The role requires an active TS/SCI clearance and offers full-time benefits, including medical and 401K, with compensation between $110,000 and $118,000.

Responsibilities include security operations, policy development, incident analysis, COOP/DR planning, and PKI/KEK oversight, using HBSS, firewalls, IPS/IDS, VPNs, and related tools.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance required.
• 10+ years experience with information systems security or related fields.
• Experience implementing security controls in government or regulated environments.
• Ability to develop concepts and processes for security operations.
• Ability to lead teams and mentor junior technicians.

Responsibilities

• Operate and manage information systems and data security practices.
• Implement and monitor security measures for networks and communications.
• Develop and execute security policies, plans, and COOP/DR procedures.
• Supervise Electronic Key Management and PKI duties.
• Operate HBSS, firewalls, IPS/IDS, VPNs and related security tools.

Skills

Security operations

Network security

Incident response

PKI / Public Key Infrastructure

HBSS / IDS / IPS

Education

Master's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Associates Degree

High School Diploma

Tools

HBSS

Firewalls

VPNs

Public Key Infrastructure

Job description

Cybersecurity Operations Specialist III

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

Cherokee Preting LLC is seeking a mission-focused Cybersecurity Operations Specialist III to support and contribute to our government customer's success in St. Louis, Missouri.

Compensation & Benefits:

$110,000-$118,000.

Pay commensurate with experience.

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

Cybersecurity Operations Specialist III Responsibilities Include:

• Under broad direction, operates and manages all aspects of Information Systems, data availability, integrity, authentication, confidentiality, and non-repudiation.
• Implements and monitors security measures for communication systems, networks, and provide advice that systems and personnel adhere to established security standards and Governmental requirements for security on these systems.
• Develops and executes security policies, plans, and procedures; designs and implements data network security measures; operates Network Intrusion Detection and Forensics; conducts performance analysis of Information Systems security incidents; develops Continuity of Operation (COOP)/Disaster Recovery (DR) plans and supports certification of Information Systems and Networks.
• Supervises operation of Electronic Key Management System, other information security duties, and Public Key Infrastructure.
• Operates Host Based Security System (HBSS), firewalls, Intrusion Prevention Systems, Intrusion Detection Systems, other point of presence security tools, Virtual Private Networks, and related security operations.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Cybersecurity Operations Specialist III Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Current TS/SCI security clearance

• Must meet one of the following:

  • High School Diploma and minimum of ten (10) years of related experience

  • Associates Degree and minimum of eight (8) years of related experience

  • Bachelor's Degree and minimum of six (6) years of related experience

  • Master's Degree and minimum of four (4) years of experience

• Ability to develop new concepts and processes.

• Ability to analyze root causes and resolve issues.

• Ability to support junior level technicians and specialists in their activities.

• Ability to perform all tasks of lower level technicians or specialists.

• Ability to work individually, actively participate on integrated teams, and lead a task, project or team.

• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Preting (Preting) 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 Preting, 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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• Cybersecurity Engineer

• Cybersecurity Analyst

• Cybersecurity Technician

• Cybersecurity Manager

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Keywords:

• Electronic Key Management System

• Public Key Infrastructure

• Host Based Security System

• Security Operations

• Information Systems

Legal Disclaimer:

Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our Affiliation 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.

As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen AND an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance.