Security Compliance Co-op New Cambridge, MA

MORSECORP, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

MORSE Corp in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Security Compliance Co-op to help test systems for compliance with standards such as NIST, design cyber/physical security procedures, and assist in maintaining physical security controls. You will collaborate with a small team on quick turnaround projects in a DoD-security focused environment.

The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter pursuing a BS/BA in Cyber Security or related field, capable of producing clear technical documents and

Qualifications

• US citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance is required.
• Working toward a BS or BA in Cyber Security, Criminal Justice, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related subject.
• Ability to create clear and concise technical documents.
• Understanding of common IT architectures and operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Create procedures to address required security controls in areas such as configuration management, identity and authentication, and incident response.
• Assist with system auditing, vulnerability scanning, and incident response.
• Analyze selected security controls to determine organizational and system compliance.
• Submit classified visit and clearance requests.
• Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize security and compliance.

Skills

Security testing

Documentation writing

System auditing

Vulnerability scanning

Incident response

Security compliance knowledge

Clear technical writing

Education

BS or BA in Cyber Security/Computer Science/Information Technology/Criminal Justice

Tools

NIST 800-37/800-53

Job description

MORSE Corp is an employee owned, small business based in Cambridge, MA, Arlington, VA, and Seattle, WA with a history of fielding cutting-edge technology. MORSE boasts a specially selected team of scientists, engineers, and software developers to deliver best-in-class technical solutions that solve difficult multidisciplinary problems faced by the US National Security Ecosystem.

MORSE is looking forSecurity Compliance Co-op to test systems for compliance with established cyber security standards (i.e. NIST 800-37, NIST 800-53), design cyber/physical security procedures, assist in maintaining the facility’s physical security controls, and help with employee personnel security (i.e. sending classified visit requests).

Candidate should be a highly motivated self-starter with an interest in DoD Cyber or Physical Security. The ideal candidate will be able to thrive in a collaborative, high-energy environment with a small team where they can contribute meaningfully to quick turnaround projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Create procedures to address required security controls in areas such as configuration management, identity and authentication, and incident response.

Assist with system auditing, vulnerability scanning, and incident response.

Analyze selected security controls to determine organizational and system compliance.

Submit classified visit and clearance requests.

Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize security and compliance.

REQUIREMENTS

• US citizenship and the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance is are required.

Working towards a BS or BA degree in Cyber Security, Criminal Justice, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related subject.

Ability to create clear and concise technical documents.

Understanding of common IT architectures and operating systems.

MORSE Corp’s pay range for this role carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to, prior experience, education, skills and expertise, location, internal equity, and other factors that are job related and consistent with business need. Therefore, final offer amounts may vary from the amount stated.

Compensation

$25 - $33 USD

The team at MORSE takes pride in being the smart team that is easy to work with. We focus on steady, long-term success while maintaining a collaborative, enjoyable work experience for our employees. For more information, please visit www.morsecorp.com .

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