Nevada National Security Sites · 6 hours ago
Cyber Security Analyst II - Security Engineering
North Las Vegas, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$77K/yr - $115K/yr
2+ years expMission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) operates the Nevada National Security Site for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration. They are seeking a Cyber Security Analyst II who will perform Cyber Security operations, assist in technical research and compliance tasks, and support incident response efforts.
Government Administration
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Assists in researching, compiling, and analyzing technical data
Assists the ISSM and ISSOs with the execution of their assigned duties
Assists senior Cyber Security staff with the design of 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
Supports incident response and forensics and collaborates with the incident response team as requested. May conduct forensic software and hardware validations
Validate the functionality of security tools within the environment
Supports design/deployment/maintenance of new and existing security infrastructure capabilities
Conducts a variety of Cyber Security policy compliance tasks such as discovering unauthorized devices, conducting site surveys for non-compliance, and ensuring network access requirements are met
Scans network devices for vulnerabilities and configuration baseline compliance and reports findings
Review Cyber Security threat information and assists with mitigating vulnerabilities identified
May monitor intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), Security Event and Incident Management (SEIM) tools, endpoint security tools, email gateways, firewalls, network infrastructure and other appliances for security issues
Use established standards, practices and procedures as well as an increasing technical knowledge to solve problems and complete projects
May conduct forensic software and hardware validations
May create logical and physical forensic images of digital evidence via the network or directly from hosts
Identify, report, and assist in the remediation of Cyber Security threats and vulnerabilities
Contributes to an overall productive and respectful work environment by providing excellent customer service and working in a positive, collegial manner at all times. Maintains cooperative and respectful working relationships with Cyber Security Staff, other divisions, and other customers
Perform related work as assigned by Supervisor
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a computer-related field and at least 2 years of experience in a related field
Two years' related experience must be in IT or Cyber Security
Demonstrated understanding of principles, theories, standards, practices, protocols, and procedures used in Cyber Security
Understanding of the Windows operating system and command line tools, the Linux operating system and command line tools, the Mac operating system and command line tools, network protocols, TCP/IP, and packet capture analysis with tools such as WireShark
Knowledge of network-based services and client/server applications
Knowledge of cyber security vulnerabilities, mitigation strategies, network architecture, and how to apply security controls, familiarity with intrusion detection systems and with network architecture and security infrastructure placement
Ability to use network scanning and vulnerability tools and interpret the results
Ability to review and validate remediation efforts of vulnerability scan results
Understanding of encryption technologies, identify and authentication technologies
Ability to articulate highly technical processes and information to a non-technical audience
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, sufficient to communicate with co-workers, customers, write clear and concise reports, gather information, and collect information
Ability to meet the physical requirement necessary to perform all assigned duties safely and effectively
Ability to use multiple electronic devices including standard office machines, cellular phones, and security appliances
Ability to understand policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and other directives, maintain strict confidentiality
Must possess a valid driver's license
Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required
MSTS is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications
Applicants offered employment with MSTS are also subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance
Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship, at least 18 years of age
Preferred
Professional certifications such as MCSA, SSCP, CISM, CCENT, GSEC, VCP, CCT, and CEH, are highly desirable
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision
Both a pension and a 401k
Paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays
Relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location)
Tuition assistance and reimbursement
And more.
Company
Nevada National Security Sites
The Nevada National Security Sites help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by: supporting the stewardship of the nation’s nuclear deterrent; providing nuclear and radiological emergency response capabilities and training; contributing to key nonproliferation and arms control initiatives; executing national-level experiments in support of the National Laboratories; working with national security customers and other federal agencies on important national security activities; and providing long-term environmental stewardship of the NNSS’s Cold War legacy.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Melissa Biernacinski
Action Officer, Government/Customer Relations and Strategic Partnerships
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