Cyber Security Analyst - ISSO

Cyber Security Analyst - ISSO

Location

US-VA-Sterling

ID

2024-9710

Category

Systems Analyst

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

About Us

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.
SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals starting at 10 days of vacation and 5 days of sick leave annually, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Requirements

Must possess an active Top Secret/SCI clearance 5-8 years of Cybersecurity experience
Must currently hold a DoD 8570-compliant IAT II certification (SSCP or Security+CE with appropriate CE/OS certificate), and IAM II certification (CAP or CASP CE) or be able to obtain within six months. CE/OS certificate may include Windows or Linux
Experience with System Security Plans (SSPs), POA&Ms, ACAS/Nessus, SCAP, and DISA STIGs
Experience with Risk Management Framework processes
Have developed communication skills and the ability to express thoughts and ideas clearly and concisely
Must be a team player, dedicated to program support, capable of multitasking and working several complex and diverse tasks with simultaneous or near simultaneous deadlines
Be a self-starter who is accountable and requires minimal direction and supervision
Be open to new and innovative ideas
Must be able to be appointed ISSO for NCS systems within 6-months of employment

Desired Skills

Extensive training or experience with Windows and UNIX based Information Systems standards with a working knowledge of networking devices
Knowledge of configuration of various SQL databases: MS SQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MariaDB, MySQL, Elasticsearch
Knowledge of Web Servers: Apache Web Server, Apache Tomcat, Red Hat JBOSS, nginx, MS IIS
Knowledge of VMWare ESXi
Knowledge of data flows and the ability to work up readable network topology and data flow diagrams
Experience with NAVINTEL IA and NSA Enterprise Services: Continuous Monitoring
Experience with the following systems/platforms/tools: XACTA; XACTA 360 (preferred); eMASS; HBSS; ACAS; Nessus; SPLUNK

Description

Acting as an NCS Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), responsible for supporting the Information System Owner to complete security assessment, continuous monitoring, and configuration management responsibilities of NCS
Developing and updating assessment and authorization documentation (Body of Evidence) for management and continuous monitoring of information systems
Performing ongoing compliance assessments using tools, such as Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Secure Content Automation Protocol (SCAP), and McAfee Virus Scan Enterprise. Reviews, documents, and maintains all results
Verifying patches and virus definitions to the systems using existing automated tools
Adhering to predefined configuration management and change management policies and procedures for authorizing software prior to its implementation on systems
Performing security audits using to track multiple events including any signs of inappropriate or unusual activity, intrusion events, data transfers, etc.
Performing security assessments of NCS Family of Systems in accordance with NIST, Navy, NSA and NAVINTEL IA guidance. Works with system engineers to take corrective action to resolve identified problems
Performing Site Based Security Assessments (SBSAs) of systems and recommending authorization to the Designated Authorizing Official (DAO) as a certified Trusted Agent
Reporting security incidents in accordance with the Command Incident Response Plan
Ensuring systems are operated, used, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with all applicable security policies and practices
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Clearance Information

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT. THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TOP SECRET / SCI LEVEL with CI POLY ELIGIBILITY

Diversity & Inclusion

We strongly believe in the abundance of differences among individuals. We value different points of view and appreciate diverse perspectives. We truly believe this is what makes our organization inclusive and more responsive to the needs of our diverse customers.

EEO

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate in employment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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