Job Description:
Job Summary
This position supports cybersecurity operations for complex C5ISR systems, focusing on protecting IT infrastructure, applications, and networks in a mission-critical environment. The role involves implementing security controls, conducting vulnerability assessments, supporting incident response, and ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards and policies.
Key Responsibilities
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Recommend and implement hardware, software, and network security solutions
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Administer, configure, and support secure IT infrastructure, including operating systems, networks, and applications
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Apply and manage STIG checklists across multiple technologies and develop cybersecurity policies and standard operating procedures
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Review Windows, Linux, cloud, network, and application STIGs, DoD SRGs, and vendor hardening guides
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Conduct ACAS vulnerability scans and generate reports with remediation recommendations
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Continuously monitor systems and applications for changes impacting security posture
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Provide daily cybersecurity operational support
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Create, track, and report audit metrics and findings to the appropriate security leadership
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Support investigations of cybersecurity incidents and potential breaches
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Analyze multiple data sources to identify indicators of compromise
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Prepare reports outlining findings, risks, and recommended actions
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Stay current on emerging cyber threats, attack techniques, and detection methods
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Develop scripts using PowerShell, Python, or similar languages to automate repetitive tasks
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Collaborate with other cybersecurity engineers to resolve security issues and develop scalable security solutions
Required Skills & Qualifications
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Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity
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At least 3 years of experience in malware analysis, digital forensics, or intrusion detection
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At least 2 years of experience using tools such as FTK, Wireshark, Autopsy, or similar technologies
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Minimum of 1 year of experience developing code in languages such as Python, Lua, C/C++, Ruby, or similar
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IAT Level I certification
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Active Secret security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
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IAT Level II or III certification
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Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or an equivalent technical field