Cybersecurity Analyst

Parsons; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Life insurance

Flexible work schedules

Paid holidays

Job summary

Parsons is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Analyst for our Federal Solutions team in Colorado Springs. The role focuses on system monitoring, vulnerability assessments, and protecting IT infrastructure for national security missions.

You will work within an Agile engineering environment on space-related mission applications and report findings to program owners. Requires a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity or related field and at least 2 years of experience, with US citizenship due to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or a related technical field is required.
• Experience with system monitoring and protecting IT infrastructure from cyber threats is required.
• Experience with vulnerability management, risk management framework, and patching across multiple OS and hardware is required.
• Ability to maintain security policy compliance and strong communication skills with team members is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct system vulnerability assessments and report findings to program owners.
• Utilize enterprise scan tools to identify vulnerabilities and communicate remediation.
• Grow cybersecurity skills through hands-on work on mission-critical space-related applications.

Skills

Cybersecurity

System monitoring

Vulnerability management

Patch management

Information Assurance

Security policy compliance

Communication skills

US citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

Enterprise security tools

Job description

Job Description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.

Parsons has emerged as a leader in the development of cutting-edge solutions for the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. Our tremendous success can be attributed to our people and our priorities. We hire the best; we make them a priority and we never lose focus on the mission. It's why we're here. We have built this cultural legacy by working closely with analysts and operators to understand their needs and delivering meaningful value through innovative, cost effective and intuitive software solutions.

Our Space Operations directorate is passionate about making America the undisputed leader in Space because we understand that ensuring our nation's security for future generations depends on it. Parsons creates game changing space solutions by teaming highly respected subject matter experts with brilliant technologists. Are you an experienced Cybersecurity Analyst looking to grow your skillset and work on a project that has real world impact? Do you want to be part of a team that is helping the government solve major national security challenges in the space domain? We need your help.

Our team is looking for an experienced Cybersecurity Analyst with a background in system monitoring and protecting IT infrastructure from cyber threats who can work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. In this position, you will be a member of a talented Agile engineering team supporting the development of critical mission applications for the space community as a member of Parsons' Space Operations directorate. This role involves conducting system vulnerability assessments, using enterprise scan tools to discover and report findings to program owners. Additionally, candidates will have the opportunity to grow and develop skills that align with cybersecurity engineer skillsets.

This position is located in Colorado Springs and requires working in the office at least 3 days per week.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or a related technical field and minimum 2 years of experience. Additional relevant experience may be accepted in place of a degree
• Aptitude in maintaining Information Assurance policies and ensuring program security policy compliance
• Ability to maintain the integrity and security of systems running one or more operating systems (Windows / Linux)
• Practical experience with implementation, and execution of patch management policies and procedures, covering a multitude of operating systems and hardware devices
• Knowledge of vulnerability management, risk management framework, networking protocols, cryptography and secure communications methods
• Great interpersonal and communications skills, while establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with team members
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, flexible environment, and take the initiative to learn new tools and concepts quickly.
• Must be a US Citizen due to federal government contract requirements

Desired Skills

• Experience in both assessing and implementing STIGs / SRGs as well as vendor hardening guidance
• Familiarity with enterprise security tools
• Technical understanding of network security, cryptography, and cloud security.
• Cybersecurity certification (Security+, CEH, etc.) is a plus
• Ability and willingness to obtain a security clearance

Security Clearance Requirement

None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range

$88,400.00 - $154,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive conside