Systems Security Engineer II - 557118

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

Benefits offered by this job

Covers 100% of employee benefitPremium

Matching 401K

Disability insurance

Pet Insurance

Professional Development/Education Re-

Parking and Transit Benefits

Job summary

Delaware Nation Industries seeks a Security Risk Threat Specialist to identify, analyze, and mitigate threats to AFRL systems and networks. You will work with security professionals to develop strategies and protect against cyberattacks, while staying current with security trends and DoD posture assessments.

You will conduct threat assessments, analyze intelligence, and implement controls, contributing to DoD security programs and training. A Secret clearance or higher is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in systems security threat analysis in a DoD environment.
• Strong understanding of network security principles: firewalls, IDS/IPS, and VPNs.
• Familiarity with NIST/ISO security frameworks.
• Experience with threat intelligence tools, malware analysis, and reverse engineering.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently or in a team.
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Preferred: DISA ACAS Best Practices Exam and ACAS Training Certificate.
• Active Secret clearance or above and Security+ (or 8 equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing assessments to identify potential security threats.
• Analyze threat intelligence data to identify emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
• Develop and implement strategies to protect against cyberattacks, malware, and other threats.
• Collaborate with security professionals to design and implement controls, processes, and procedures.
• Participate in security incident response activities and investigations.
• Stay up-to-date with security trends and advise management on impact to the DoD's posture.
• Develop and deliver training for DoD personnel on security best practices.
• Update Risk Management Framework paperwork with change manager, ISSM, and operations.

Skills

Threat analysis

Network security

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

VPNs

Threat intel tools

Malware analysis

Reverse engineering

Communication skills

Security clearance

Security+ or equivalent

Tools

ACAS

Threat intelligence tools

Job description

As a Security Risk Threat 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing assessments of the systems and networks to identify potential security threats
• Analyze threat intelligence data to identify emerging threats and vulnerabilities
• Develop and implement strategies to protect against cyberattacks, malware, and other security threats
• Collaborate with other security professionals to design and implement security controls, processes, and procedures
• Participate in security incident response activities and investigations
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends and technologies and advise management on their potential impact on the DoD's security posture
• Develop and deliver training programs to educate DoD personnel on security best practices
• Update Risk Management Framework paperwork in coordination with change manager, ISSM, and Operation teams

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in systems security threat analysis, preferably in a DoD environment
• Strong understanding of network security principles and practices, including firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and VPNs
• Familiarity with industry-standard security frameworks, such as NIST and ISO
• Experience with threat intelligence tools and techniques, including malware analysis and reverse engineering
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Preferred: DISA ACAS Best Practices Exam
• ACAS Training Certificate
• Active Secret clearance or above
• Active Security+ (or 8 equivalent)

Benefits Include:

• 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

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.