Information Security Analyst, Journeyman (ISSO)

Brandes Associates, Inc.; California; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Brandes Associates, Inc. is seeking an Information Security Analyst (Journeyman) to support classified programs onsite at Point Mugu Naval Air Station in Camarillo, CA.

The role requires 3+ years of experience and a DoD Top Secret clearance, with opportunities for advancement and stable benefits. The position involves planning and implementing security measures, assessing vulnerabilities, and maintaining security controls across complex systems.

Qualifications

• 3–10 years of CEAT security experience on secure networks and systems.
• Security+ certification required.
• CISSP certification or NSA equivalent.
• IAM Level 2 per DoD Directive 8570.01 with RMF/SP-800-53 controls.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently; self-starter.
• MS Office knowledge; Splunk Enterprise SIEM experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of systems of systems, computer networks, standalone systems, and information.
• Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure.
• May respond to computer security breaches and viruses. Review and analysis of Audit log event data via Splunk SIEM tool.

Skills

CEAT security experience

Security+

CISSP Certification

IAM Level 2 (DoD 8570.01)

Splunk Enterprise SIEM

Microsoft Office

Strong communication skills

Education

BS/BA in Computer or Information Science

Tools

DIACAP/RMF processes

SP-800-53 controls

Job description

Information Security Analyst, Journeyman (ISSO)

Job Locations

US-CA-Point Mugu

Job Details

Req No.: 2026-2039

Category: Information Technology

Type: Regular Full-Time

Clearance Level: Top Secret

Overview

BAI, a defense contractor is seeking an Information Security Analyst with 3+ years of experience for classified programs, working onsite at Point Mugu Naval Air Station in Camarillo, CA. Opportunities for career advancement, excellent benefits and stability are some of the advantages of our well-established, employee-focused company.

Salary

$100,000.00 USD to $150,000.00 USD is the typical annual salary range for this position. Salary will be based on current qualifications, directly related experience, geographic location, and possible contractual requirements which could fall outside of this range.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of systems of systems, computer networks, standalone systems, and information
• Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies
• May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure
• May respond to computer security breaches and viruses. Review and analysis of Audit log event data via Splunk SIEM tool

Qualifications

• Between 3 and 10 years of practical CEAT computer security experience in secure network and system design, auditing, analysis, procedure/test generation, test execution and implementation of computer/network security mechanisms.
• Security+
• CISSP Certification or NSA equivalent.
• IAM Level 2 as per DoD Directive 8570.01; and experience working with the DIACAP/Risk Management Framework processes including allocation/implementation of SP-800-53 security and privacy controls.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills-verbal, non-verbal, written, and listening-for staff, customer and organizational level communications, both formal and informal.
• Ability to work independently; self-starter.
• Working knowledge and use of Microsoft Office suite programs, MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Working knowledge of Splunk Enterprise SIEM product.

Education

BS or BA degree in a Computer or Information Science field or a relevant technical discipline.

ALLOWABLE SUBSTITUTION: An additional 6 years of relevant work experience may be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree, or 4 additional years of work experience with a relevant Associate's Degree.

Clearance

Condition of employment - must have and be able to maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. A counter-intelligence polygraph examination is required for this position.

Citizenship

Must be a US citizen at time of application.

Equal Opportunity

BAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other non-merit based factors made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.