Vulnerability Assessment Analyst

KIHOMAC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 128,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm in Huntsville, Alabama is seeking a cybersecurity analyst. This role involves performing defensive cyber operations, analyzing vulnerabilities, and supporting incident response within a team. Candidates should have relevant certifications, a bachelor's degree, and significant industry experience. The position offers a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits, including health care and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity.
• Willingness to travel 25% of the time.
• Must be a US citizen with a Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform DCO duties to enhance enterprise-wide cybersecurity.
• Analyze threat and vulnerability data to improve network posture.
• Lead incident investigations and mentor junior analysts.

Skills

Cybersecurity duties

Vulnerability analysis

Incident Response

Mentoring junior analysts

Knowledge of security tools

Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant discipline

DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification

DoD 8570.01-M CSSP Auditor certification

Tools

MS Office applications

Prisma

ACAS/Nessus

DoD Endpoint Security Solutions

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO)/Cyber Security Service Provider (CSSP) duties outlined in Evaluator Scoring Metrics (ESM)
• Perform cybersecurity duties on customer networks (proactively and reactively) to improve enterprise‑wide security posture
• Perform and analyze vulnerability scans, currently utilizing Prisma and the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS/Nessus) scanning tool
• Analyze correlated asset, threat, and vulnerability data against known adversary exploits and tactics to determine impact and improve network defensive posture
• Support the development, establishment, review and update of DCO procedures, processes, manuals, and other documentation
• Support Anti‑Malware program, forward alerts and warnings to customers, respond to customer malware reports and assist in implementing protective/anti‑malware measures
• Assist with host‑based security across the enterprise, currently utilizing DoD Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS), to include antimalware, host‑based intrusion protection system, data loss prevention, and rogue system detection
• Generate vulnerability assessment reports for customers and elevate for further review
• Create, update, and manage queries and dashboards pertaining to Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS), ACAS, and related security tools
• Support Incident Response across the enterprise in accordance with DoD regulations and instructions
• Lead cyber events and incident investigations from start to conclusion, including gathering data, analysis, and reporting
• Support DCO operations by mentoring and training junior DCO analysts
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education / Training

• Bachelor's Degree in management or other relevant discipline preferred
• DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification with Continuing Education (CE) – (CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, SSCP) required
• DoD 8570.01-M CSSP Auditor certification (CEH, CySA+, etc.) required

Experience

• 5+ years of professional experience in the required task area
• Experience with most MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio)
• Willingness to travel 25% of the time
• Willingness to support rotating shifts in a 24/7 operational environment and respond quickly to emergencies as needed

Security

• Must be a US citizen
• Candidate must be in possession of a minimum DoD issued Secret Clearance

Physical Requirements

• Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
• Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
• Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel‑toed shoes, etc.)
• Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources

Salary

$128,000 - $134,000

Salary rates for this position are competitive and commensurate with experience and industry standards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings options.