About the role

What you'll do

• Support the ISSM (Information System Security Manager) and ISSOs (Information System Security Officer) with the execution of their assigned duties.
• Contribute to an overall productive and respectful working relationships with Cybersecurity staff, other divisions, and other customers.
• Maintain a strong understanding of NIST security standards and the ability to apply NIST-defined measures to harden information infrastructure.
• Review cybersecurity threat information and assist with mitigating identified vulnerabilities.
• Conduct cybersecurity policy compliance tasks including discovering unauthorized devices, conducting site surveys for non-compliance, and ensuring network access requirements are met.
• Perform Security Test and Evaluations of information systems in support of a security plan.
• Review information system plans for classified and unclassified systems.
• Complete certification and accreditation of information systems on classified and unclassified systems and networks, assists with the completion and mitigation of security testing and evaluations results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, deploy, and maintain security controls, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint protection, encryption, and multi-factor authentication solutions.
• Design networks and systems with a security focus, ensuring systems are developed in accordance with federal law, customer requirements, certification and accreditation requirements, and industry best practices.
• Review purchase requests for technology items and provide input to senior level Cyber Security staff regarding the risk associated with purchases.
• Review current Cyber Security threat information and assist the Threat Evaluation Team wi

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training and experience in a computer-related field and at least 5 years of related experience
• Strong knowledge of network security principles, protocols, and technologies (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, SSL/TLS)
• Hands-on experience with security tools and technologies, such as SAML, OAUTH, SIEM, IDS/IPS, DLP, WAF, EDR, and vulnerability management systems
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) from a security perspective
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Strong commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and staying current with evolving cyber threats and security technologies

What to confirm before applying

• Benefits, perks, and paid time off.