Systems Security Analyst

Cyber threats are evolving, and perimeter security and automated protection aren’t enough—it’s time to go threat hunting. We need your cyber knowledge to detect advanced cyber threats in the Army enterprise network. Instead of letting the attackers come to us, let’s go find them. Systems Security Analyst We’re looking for a specialist who can think like a cyber attacker to figure out how to circumvent security measures. This is an opportunity to use your analytical skills and gain network defense experience. You’ll learn to rapidly prototype and develop scripts to create haystacks where you’ll sift through the false positives to find patterns and indicators. Learn from our team of cyber threat hunter experts as you find the adversary in the SEIM’s blind spot to help the Army close the gaps and harden their network. This is a chance to think differently about cyber defense, use completely new tools and approaches, and develop the next generation of security analytics. Qualifications 2+ years of experience as an ISSO or Information System Security Analyst (ISSA) 2+ years of experience conducting tools assessments and configuration analysis against best practices, vendor specifications, and government security guidelines and requirements Experience with the implementation, oversight, and maintenance of security configuration, practices, and procedures for systems Experience implementing controls from NIST 800-53 Experience with eMASS or Xacta IA Manager Ability to perform risk analysis Top Secret clearance HS diploma or GED DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification such as CCNA‑Security, Security+ CE, CySA+, or SSCP Nice to Have Experience with DoD security technical implementation guides (STIGs), checklists, and testing tools, including STIG Viewer, SCAP, and ACAS scanning tool Experience assessing configuration changes such as new COTS tools or web application upgrades to the system security boundary Experience drafting tool implementation CONOPS and reviewing tool or capability topologies, CONOPS, and vulnerability scans to assess risk Experience with cyber‑related tools such as Ansible, Terraform, Splunk, or STIG Viewer Ability to plan and conduct security authorization reviews and assurance case development for the initial installation of systems and networks Ability to work within a collaborative team, and a fast‑paced and dynamic environment Possession of excellent written, organizational, presentation, and verbal communication skills Cyber management certifications including CGRC, CISM, or CISSP Clearance Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top Secret clearance is required. Compensation Salary range: $62,000.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). Final pay will depend on experience, education, and other qualifications. Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law. #J-18808-Ljbffr