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Information Security Analyst
AnaVationColorado Springs, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Sept 2023
About the role
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 an Information Security Analyst to join our team and support our mission critical customer in Reston, VA. As our Information Security Analyst, you will perform various Vulnerability Management duties including the tracking and dissemination of vulnerability assessments, participate in red/blue team events, and the identification and reporting of network and system vulnerabilities, security events, and adverse cyber related activity identified through I&W and AS&W indicators. The Information Security Analyst will manage all aspects of infrastructure systems used to manage CND-SP networks & resources and will assess threats to theenvironment.Responsibilities also include patch repository maintenance, supporting and performing inspections to ensure compliance to DoD 8530 Standards, and participating in risk assessment during the C&A (certification and accreditation) process, as well as, supporting security certification tests and evaluation of assets.
About AnaVation AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.
If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you!
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 an Information Security Analyst to join our team and support our mission critical customer in Reston, VA. As our Information Security Analyst, you will perform various Vulnerability Management duties including the tracking and dissemination of vulnerability assessments, participate in red/blue team events, and the identification and reporting of network and system vulnerabilities, security events, and adverse cyber related activity identified through I&W and AS&W indicators. The Information Security Analyst will manage all aspects of infrastructure systems used to manage CND-SP networks & resources and will assess threats to theenvironment.Responsibilities also include patch repository maintenance, supporting and performing inspections to ensure compliance to DoD 8530 Standards, and participating in risk assessment during the C&A (certification and accreditation) process, as well as, supporting security certification tests and evaluation of assets.
Required Qualifications:
- Clearance: Active TS/SCI Clearance
- Education & Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience related to specific functional area.
- Certifications: Currently hold, or be able to attain a CompTIA Security+ or equivalent certification
- Experience and knowledge on:
- Working with and/or has technical knowledge on classified networks, servers, storage, operating systems, applications, and the full stack of supporting technologies
- Understands cloud service provider vulnerability testing approaches
- Supporting vulnerability management program requirements including maintaining patch repository, issuing alerts and bulletins, and tracking compliance
- Supporting vulnerability management risk scoring and quantifying risk posed by un-patched Vulnerability Alerts
- Reviewing reporting, automation, and visualization systems to provide situational awareness and making recommendations to improve vulnerability management capabilities
- Coordinating access to systems and approvals for scanning activities
- Conducting ad hoc testing to assist with development activities or vulnerability remediation
- Reviewing and testing system security controls (managerial, operational, and technical) to determine adequacy against federal requirements (e.g., NIST SP 800-53) and mission context
- Supporting technical environment testbed for emerging capabilities, tolls, and processes
- Operating or supporting ACAS security scanning software
- Creating, maintaining, and updating knowledge management and technical documentation of operational processes and findings
- Performing security certification tests and evaluation of assets
- Providing input on adequacy of security designs and architectures
Preferred Qualifications:
- Security certifications: CCNA Security, CySA+, SSCP, or equivalent certification
- Cloud certifications
About AnaVation AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.
If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you!
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