Journeyman Security Analyst

Belcan LLC; Aberdeen, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Belcan LLC in Aberdeen, MD seeks a Security Analyst to strengthen and maintain our cybersecurity posture. You will monitor networks for security issues, manage vulnerability scanning, and maintain endpoint protection while documenting all findings to ensure timely remediation and compliance.

This role requires a team-oriented professional who can also work independently to implement IT security best practices, support patching and IAVA processes, and contribute to certification and accreditation

Qualifications

• Minimum Interim Secret clearance at time of hire.
• Ability to obtain IAT-II certification within 90 days of employment.
• 3+ years of experience in endpoint security and vulnerability scanning.
• Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain organization-wide IT security best practices.
• Monitor computer networks and systems for security issues and anomalous activity.
• Install, configure, and maintain security software and endpoint protection solutions.
• Document all discovered security issues and support remediation efforts.
• Manage and maintain vulnerability scanners to ensure continuous compliance.
• Review weekly IAVA and verify server patch currency.
• Process weekly vulnerability reports and provide updates to leadership.
• Ensure endpoint security software and servers are patched, updated, and fully operational.
• Support vulnerability management, identification programs, and continuous monitoring for certification and accreditation.
• Utilize SIEM tools for real-time monitoring and analysis of security events.
• Provide administrative and technical support as required.
• Experience with HBSS is a plus.

Skills

SIEM experience

Endpoint security

Vulnerability scanning

Compliance knowledge

Education

BS/BA preferred

Tools

ACAS

NESSUS

HBSS

Job description

Innovative, Secure, and Outcome-Based Solutions

Job Summary: The Security Analyst will play a key role in strengthening and maintaining the organization's cybersecurity posture. This role requires a team-oriented professional who can also work independently to design, implement, and enforce IT security best practices across the enterprise. The analyst will monitor networks for security issues, manage vulnerability scanning tools, maintain endpoint security solutions, and document all identified security concerns to ensure timely remediation and full compliance.

Job Duties:

• Develop, implement, and maintain organization-wide IT security best practices.
• Monitor computer networks and systems for security issues and anomalous activity.
• Install, configure, and maintain security software and endpoint protection solutions.
• Document all discovered security issues and support remediation efforts.
• Manage and maintain vulnerability scanners to ensure continuous compliance.
• Review weekly Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVA) and verify server patch currency.
• Process weekly vulnerability reports and provide updates to leadership.
• Ensure endpoint security software and servers are patched, updated, and fully operational.
• Support vulnerability management, identification programs, and continuous monitoring for certification and accreditation.
• Utilize SIEM tools for real-time monitoring and analysis of security events.
• Provide administrative and technical support as required.
• Experience with HBSS is a plus.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum Interim Secret clearance at time of hire.
• Ability to obtain IAT-II certification within 90 days of employment.
• 3+ years of experience in endpoint security and vulnerability scanning.
• Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) preferred but not required.

Key Technical Skill Sets

• Experience with SIEM tools and standard security monitoring practices.
• Familiarity with network security concepts, common terminology, and virtualized environments.
• Experience with ACAS and NESSUS vulnerability scanners.
• Knowledge of HBSS is beneficial.

Compensation:

We provide a competitive pay and benefits package. This position is offering a salary range of $70,000- $85,000/year.Belcan considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to education, experience, geographic location, and discipline. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Journeyman Security Analyst ID# 18055275