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Connected Logistics · 2 weeks ago

Cybersecurity SME - LEAD

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Connected Logistics builds secure, mission-critical IT and logistics solutions for the U.S. Army and other federal stakeholders. They are seeking a Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Lead to provide expert-level support in cybersecurity assessments and to develop innovative solutions for complex cybersecurity challenges.

Information Technology

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provides expert technical leadership for cybersecurity assessments and evaluations

Performs CCRI inspections, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security analysis across networks, databases, applications, and IT frameworks

Designs, develops, enhances, debugs, and implements security methodologies, processes, and assessment tools

Researches, tests, and recommends cybersecurity software tools and technologies

Develops product-specific STIGs based on DISA SRGs

Troubleshoots complex cybersecurity issues related to systems, applications, and networks

Works on innovative solutions and advanced concepts for cybersecurity improvement

Consults with project teams and customers to identify requirements and provide technical guidance

Conducts feasibility analysis for future cybersecurity initiatives

Assists in evaluating and recommending security tools, assessment technologies, and compliance solutions

Responds to security issues and recommends improvements or enhancements

Contributes to documentation including assessment reports, user manuals, and technical guidance

Determines and pursues courses of action independently to meet long-range objectives

Guides development of advanced cybersecurity ideas from concept to final implementation

Qualification

Cybersecurity assessmentsVulnerability assessmentsPenetration testingDoD 8570 IAT Level IIIAM Level III certificationCloud computing experienceTenable Certified Nessus AuditorDoD regulationsAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Must be a U.S. Citizen and possess an active DoD Secret Clearance, with eligibility for an IT-II/Tier 3 Investigation

DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification. For example, Security+ CE, CySA+, GSEC, GICSP, SSCP, CCNA Security

IAM Level III certification. For example, CISSP (or Associate), CISM, CISA, CASP+ CE, GSEC, GSLC, and GCIH

Seven (7) years of IT experience

Five (5) years of Information Assurance experience

Three (3) years of experience working in cloud computing environments

Proven proficiency performing CCRI, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to cybersecurity issues

Experience configuring and implementing networks and network components

Knowledge of DoD security regulations, DISA STIGs, SCAP, and RMF

Tenable Certified Nessus Auditor Certification

DISA FSO-certified CCRI Team Lead

Command Cyber Readiness Inspection (CCRI) Inspection certification in at least one of the following areas: Retina scan analysis, Operating Systems (Windows, Unix), Boundary defense (network policy, router, firewall), Internal defense (L2 switch, L3 switch), DNS (policy, BIND/Windows), HBSS (remote console, AV, ABM, PA, HIPS, ePO), Traditional security (Common, Basic, NCV, SCV), Wireless communications (BES, handhelds)

Penetration testing certification such as: Licensed Penetration Tester (LPT), Certified Expert Penetration Tester (CEPT), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN)