Program Security Specialist II - 557130

DNI (Delaware Nation Industries); Patterson (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Covers 100% of employee benefit premiums

Matching 401K

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Pet Insurance

Professional Development/Education Reimbursement

Parking and Transit Benefits

Job summary

A security solutions provider in Ohio is seeking a Program Security Specialist who will focus on identifying and mitigating threats to systems and networks. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, over three years in IT security, and an Active Secret clearance. Responsibilities include maintaining data loss prevention waivers and conducting cyber incident investigations. The role offers comprehensive benefits, including 100% premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision, along with retirement matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in IT security or a related field.
• Active Secret clearance (or above) required.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or similar preferred.
• Strong understanding of Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Experience with security tools and technologies (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection systems).
• Active Secret clearance (or above) required.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or similar preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, analyze, and mitigate threats to AFRL systems and networks.
• Work with a team to develop and implement security strategies.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of the DoD's security posture.
• Perform investigations and compile reports of Trellix malware incidents on DREN per incident response steps.
• Perform investigations and compile reports of Classified Message Incidents per incident response steps.
• Reconcile KVM switch user agreements with the 88th Wing Cybersecurity Office's records.

Skills

Security tools and technologies

Windows Active Directory

Networking concepts

NIST Risk Management Framework

BMC Remedy

SolarWinds

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

BMC Remedy

SolarWinds

Firewalls

IDS

Job description

As a Program Security Specialist, you will be responsible for identifying, analyzing, and mitigating threats to AFRL systems and networks. You will work with a team of security professionals to develop and implement strategies to protect against cyberattacks and other security threats. You will also be responsible for staying up to date with the latest security trends and technologies and for conducting ongoing assessments of the DoD's security posture.

• Process and maintain Data Loss Prevention external media waivers for NIPR and SIPR networks and assist non-waivered SIPR users with downloading data to external media
• Request the provisioning of SIPR user accounts and assist those users with re‑enabling and re‑provisioning issues
• Gather artifacts from the Program Managers of various divisions and branches within the Aerospace Systems Directorate to process Risk Management Framework packages for IATTs and ATOs
• Perform investigations and compile reports of Trellix malware incidents occurring on the Defense Research and Engineering Network (DREN) in accordance with the basic steps of incident response (containment, eradication, recovery, post‑incident activity)
• Perform investigations and compile reports of Classified Message Incidents in accordance with the basic steps of incident response (containment, eradication, recovery, post‑incident activity)
• Reconcile Keyboard-Video-Mouse (KVM) switch user agreements with the 88th Wing Cybersecurity Office's records

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with Windows Active Directory
• Familiarity with NIST Risk Management Framework
• Familiarity with trouble ticket applications (BMC Remedy, SolarWinds)
• Basic understanding of networking concepts
• Basic understanding of security controls

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in IT security or a related field
• Proficient with risk management frameworks and security architectureStrong understanding of Windows and Linux operating systems
• Experience with security tools and technologies (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection systems)
• Active Secret clearance (or above) required
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or similar preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

• Covers 100% of employee benefit premiums, including Medical (PPO or HDHP Option), Vision, Dental
• Matching 401K
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• Professional Development/Education Reimbursement
• Parking and Transit Benefits for NY, NJ, ATL, and DC Metro areas