Security Analyst II

Agile Defense, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Empowered workforce

Positive work culture

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

A leading defense technology provider is seeking a Security Analyst to monitor computer networks and implement IT security best practices. Candidates must possess an Interim Secret clearance and have over 3 years of experience in endpoint security and vulnerability scanning. The role involves collaborating with integrated teams, using SIEM tools for real-time monitoring, and ensuring compliance with security standards. This position is hybrid, allowing participation from various locations, emphasizing continuous improvement and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen and possess an Interim Secret clearance.
• 3+ years of experience with endpoint security and vulnerability scanning.
• Experience with SIEM tools and common network security solutions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor computer networks for security issues.
• Install security software and document security issues discovered.
• Ensure compliance with security posture and goals.
• Review vulnerability alerts and maintain software updates.
• Provide weekly vulnerability reports to leadership.

Skills

Endpoint security

Vulnerability scanning

Teamwork

Real-time monitoring

Installation of security software

Education

BS or BA preferred

Tools

SIEM tools

HBSS

ACAS

NESSUS scanners

Job description

Location: 6560 Surveillance Loop, Building 6007, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland 21005 (Hybrid)

Clearance Level: Active DoD - Interim Secret

Required Certification(s)

• DoD IAT Level II Certification (Must obtain within 90 days of starting).

Job Overview

PM MC provides integrated system-of-system solutions to Army and Joint warfighters, whose products include computer hardware, software, communications and network management infrastructure. The Mission Command Support Center (MCSC), under PM MC, is an integral part of the Program Executive Office - Command, Control, & Communications‑Tactical (PEO‑C3T) capability portfolio, providing a centralized capability to deploy, integrate, monitor, test, manage, modernize, evaluate and sustain fielded and enterprise‑hosted MC capabilities. The MCSC mission is one of constant change and adaptation, always responding to enable deployment of new capabilities, while assuring current capabilities are at an optimal state of readiness throughout globally deployed and networked assets.

The Security Analyst must display strong teamwork with the ability to work independently and actively participate on integrated teams. The analyst will help design and implement organization‑wide best practices for IT security.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor computer networks for security issues.
• Install security software; and document all security issues discovered.
• Ensure project goals are completed in a timely manner and a fully compliant security posture is implemented and maintained.
• Monitor and maintain vulnerability scanner to ensure compliance.
• Review weekly information assurance vulnerability alerts (IAVA) to verify all servers have the most up‑to‑date software available for patching.
• Process weekly vulnerability reports to provide to leadership. Ensure endpoint security solution software and servers are patched and maintained. Experience with HBSS is a plus.
• Support vulnerability management and identification program and continuous monitoring for certification and accreditation.
• Use SIEM tool for real‑time monitoring and review of security events.
• Perform other administrative and support functions as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen and possess at minimum an Interim Secret clearance.
• 3+ years of experience with endpoint security and vulnerability scanning.
• BS or BA preferred but not required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with SIEM tools and common practice, network security solutions, common network terminology, virtualized environments as well as ACAS and NESSUS scanners is a plus.

Working Conditions

Standard work environment.

Strength Demands

• Light – 20 lbs. Maximum lifting with frequent lift/carry up to 10 lbs. A job is light if less lifting is involved but significant walking/standing is done or if done mostly sitting but requires push/pull on arm or leg controls.

Physical Requirements

• Stand or Sit; Walk; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl; See; Push or Pull.

About Us

Agile Defense provides leading‑edge Digital Transformation solutions to support and advance our customers' mission. We deliver innovative and high‑quality services to our customers worldwide through an empowered and engaged workforce.

Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. We believe several attributes are the root of our very best employees and extraordinary culture. We have named these attributes “The 6 H’s” – Happy, Helpful, Honest, Humble, Hungry, and Hustle.

• Happy: We exhibit a positive outlook in order to create a positive environment.
• Helpful: We assist each other and pull together as teammates to deliver.
• Honest: We conduct our business with integrity.
• Humble: We recognize that success is not achieved alone, that there is always more to learn, and that no task is below us.
• Hungry: We desire to consistently improve.
• Hustle: We work hard and get after it.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.