Cybersecurity Analyst II - Secret Clearance

Vectrus, Inc; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 76,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Learning and Development resources

Employee assistance resources

Job summary

V2X is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst II to join the AFCENT NOSC IT team. The role focuses on IDS analysis, vulnerability assessments, and developing methods to detect and prevent intrusions. On-call may be required, with potential OCONUS/CONUS TDY assignments.

The ideal candidate has mid-level IDS experience, firewall knowledge, and familiarity with Windows Server environments, DNS, DHCP, and security tooling. Competitive benefits and travel support are provided.

Qualifications

• Secret clearance required.
• Experience with IDS/IPS, firewall management and monitoring.
• Windows Server deployment and server image management.
• Experience with DNS/DHCP, storage, high availability, and remote access solutions.

Responsibilities

• Analyze network intrusion detection systems and perform vulnerability assessments.
• Develop countermeasures to isolate and contain intrusions.
• Install, configure, and manage security devices (IDS/IPS, ESS/HBSS, forensic tools).
• Analyze firewall and DNS/proxy logs and monitor security events.
• Write scripts to automate Cybersecurity tasks and support IT operations.

Skills

Baseline security requirements

IDS/IPS experience

Firewall experience

Scripting/automation

General IT/Network knowledge

Education

Associates in related field

5+ years IT experience

Tools

IDS/IPS tools

Fidelis

Trellix

LogRhythm

DNS/DHCP/Active Directory tooling

Job description

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

V2X is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst II to join our AFCENT NOSC IT team. The candidate should have mid-level experience in analyzing intrusion detection systems (IDS), conducting vulnerability assessments, and developing methods to detect and prevent network intrusion. May require on-call support during periods of non-traditional working hours including nights or weekends. Employee may be required to support OCONUS TDY assignments to the CENTCOM AOR (2-month increments).

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 actives and secure.
• Install, configure, maintain, and manage security devices to include IDS/IPS, ESS/HBSS, and forensic tools.
• Assist in development and documentation of sensor process and checklists.
• Analyze network firewall and computer network server (DNS, proxy, domain controller, file server, Active Directory) logs.
• Develop methods to identify contain, log, and analyze intrusive activities and security vulnerabilities on networks.
• Conduct network security monitoring and intrusion detection analysis using selected security tools to IDS/IPS, firewall, proxy, router, Fidelis, Trellix, and LogRhythm logs.
• Write and develop custom scripts as needed to perform tasks related to all Cybersecurity toolset.
• Provide General IT Management support.
• Provide General Networking support.
• Provide LAN support.
• Provide WAN Enterprise support.
• Provide technical general O&M support as required.
• Provide documentation/reports support as required.
• Provide meetings/briefings support as required.
• Provide functional training support as required.
• Provide OCONUS deployment/TDY travel support as required.
• Provide CONUS TDY support as required.

Qualifications

Education / Certifications: One-year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required.

• Associates in related field and 3 or more years’ relevant IT experience
• or
• 5 or more years’ relevant IT experience.

Certifications:

• CompTIA Network+
• or
• Cisco CCNA
• and
• ITIL Foundation (candidate has up to 60 days to acquire ITIL Foundation certification)

Experience:

• Firewall experience
• Must possess experience and demonstrate an understanding with installation of Microsoft Windows Server in Host and Compute Environments, and Windows Server using server images.
• Experience with implementation of storage solutions, high availability, Domain Name Systems (DNS), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), network connectivity and remote access solutions, core and distributed network solutions, advance network infrastructure, and maintain and monitor server environments.

Clearance:

• Secret

Skills & Technology Used:

• Ability to define baseline security requirements in accordance with applicable guidelines.

What We Bring

• At V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.
• The successful candidate’s starting pay will be based on, but not limited to, their job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.
• Please speak with a recruiter for additional information.
• Employee benefits include the following:
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
  • Retirement plan
  • Wellness programs
  • Paid time off, including holidays
  • Learning and Development resources
  • Employee assistance resources
  • The following salary range is intended to display the value of the company's base pay compensation and may be modified at the discretion of the company. USD $76,000.00 – $88,000.00
  • Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.