Cyber Security Officer

18 Minutes ago • 2 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

AnaVation is seeking a Junior Cyber Security Officer to maintain operational security posture for an information system or program in Reston, VA. The role involves ensuring information systems security policies, standards, and procedures are established and followed. Duties include collaboration on Information Assurance and Computer Network Defense functions, supporting IA programs, managing security aspects, evaluating solutions, and performing vulnerability/risk assessments.
Must have:
  • Active TS/SCI Clearance
  • Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience in the functional area
  • CompTIA CYSA+ or equivalent IAT Level II certification
  • Experience in cybersecurity oversight, threat intelligence, event analysis, incident response
  • Experience supporting 24x7x365 cybersecurity operations
  • Experience reporting on daily performance and health metrics
  • Experience using incident case management systems
  • Experience following and improving Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Experience in vulnerability management, cyber threat intelligence, and fusion
  • Understanding of classified Government networks and cybersecurity operations
  • Ability to work individually and on integrated teams
Good to have:
  • Security certifications: CCNA Security, CySA+, SSCP, or equivalent
  • AWS, Cloud certifications
  • Self starter with strong initiative
Perks:
  • Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents
  • 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents
  • 100% company paid long-term and short term disability insurance
  • 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents
  • 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting
  • Competitive Pay
  • Generous paid leave and holiday package
  • Tuition and training reimbursement
  • Life and AD&D Insurance

Job Details

Be Challenged and Make a Difference

In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture.

Description of Task to be Performed:

AnaVation is seeking a to join our team and support our mission critical customer in Reston, VA. As our Junior Cyber Security Officer, you will maintain operational security posture for an information system or program to ensure information systems security policies, standards, and procedures are established and followed.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Performs a variety collaboration and coordination efforts regarding Information Assurance (IA) and Computer Network Defense (CND) functions which are broad in nature and support multi-tier IA and CND functions to include, but not limited to, systems engineer, audit/inspection, infrastructure support, certification and accreditation, vulnerability management, detection and response support services. Provides support for a program, organization, system, or enclave’s information assurance program. Provides support for proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies. Maintains operational security posture for an information system or program to ensure information systems security policies, standards, and procedures are established and followed. Assists with the management of security aspects of the information system and performs day-to-day security operations of the system. Evaluates security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing classified information. Performs vulnerability/risk assessment analysis to support certification and accreditation. Executes policies and guidance provided by senior functional/technical leads. Plan and coordinate the IT security programs and policies.

Required Qualifications:

  • Clearance: Active TS/SCI Clearance
  • Education & Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience related to specific functional area.
  • Certifications: Currently hold, or be able to attain a CompTIA CYSA+ or equivalent IAT Level II certification.
  • Experience and knowledge on:
  • Experience supporting cybersecurity oversight, collection, and analysis of threat intelligence, event analysis, and incident response.
  • Experience supporting 24x7x365 operations in a cybersecurity, IT or related watch environment.
  • Experience supporting reporting on daily performance and health metrics to provide ongoing situational awareness to Government leadership.
  • Experience using incident case management systems to document and report on incidents.
  • Experience following and improving Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Experience supporting vulnerability management, cyber threat intelligence, and fusion.
  • Understanding of classified Government networks, technology stacks, and cybersecurity operations.
  • Experience working individually as well as actively participating on integrated teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Security certifications: CCNA Security, CySA+, SSCP, or equivalent certification
  • AWS, Cloud certifications
  • Self starter with strong initiative

Benefits

  • Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents
  • 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents
  • 100% company paid long-term and short term disability insurance
  • 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents
  • 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting
  • Competitive Pay
  • Generous paid leave and holiday package
  • Tuition and training reimbursement
  • Life and AD&D Insurance

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