Senior IT Systems & Security Analyst (DoD/Cyber)

Computer World Services; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Computer World Services seeks a seasoned cybersecurity assessor to drive DoD network certification programs. You will lead training focus, perform technical assessments of network architectures, and generate remediation reports for leadership.

The role requires DoD certifications, strong communication, and the ability to coordinate travel and collaborate with base squadrons. The position emphasizes maintaining certifications, analyzing security controls, and communicating risks to commanders.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) +5 years of experience, or 8+ years of related experience.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must have excellent critical thinking skills
• Possess an understanding of network architecture to include review of network diagrams/topology
• Possess an overall understanding of router/firewall/switch configurations
• Understanding of network traffic flow
• Understanding of evaluating systems against security control frameworks and working with customers in a professional setting.

Responsibilities

• Determine training focus areas with supervisor and schedule program entry.
• Obtain DoD DCDC certification (customer funded) and complete required assessments.
• Maintain up-to-date certification requirements with a minimum of 4 assessments per technology area per fiscal year.
• Utilize DoD standard processes and procedures for tools and methodologies.
• Stay informed on AF priorities to inform base CORA selections.
• Advocate access to enterprise assets for CORA preparation.
• Support daily assessment meetings and provide summaries to leadership.
• Complete assessment checklists and supervisory/admin tasks as required.
• Perform in-depth technical assessments of network architecture, configurations, and security controls.
• Identify security weaknesses in network configurations and document risks.
• Create clear reports and remediation recommendations.
• Participate in teleconferences with base leadership to discuss issues and risk.
• Coordinate travel with team members.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Critical thinking

Network architecture

Security concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

IA TT II – Sec+, CASP+

Microsoft Azure Network Engineer

AWS Advanced Networking

CCNA

CPP

Job description

Computer World Services seeks a seasoned cybersecurity assessor to drive DoD network certification programs. You will lead training focus, perform technical assessments of network architectures, and generate remediation reports for leadership.

The role requires DoD certifications, strong communication, and the ability to coordinate travel and collaborate with base squadrons. The position emphasizes maintaining certifications, analyzing security controls, and communicating risks to commanders.