Cyber Security Analyst III

Estimated Starting Salary Range: USD $96,600.00/Yr. - USD $160,850.00/Yr. Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

• Preparing, implementing, and ensuring compliance with cybersecurity policy, to include assessment and authorization requirements
• Planning, implementing, upgrading, and/or monitoring cybersecurity measures to improve cyber defense and maintaining a cyber-resilient network
• Assessing cybersecurity vulnerabilities for risks and proposing and implementing remediation actions or risk mitigation strategies
• Ensuring appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and electronic infrastructure
• Responding to computer security breaches to re-establish protections and making required reports
• Designing, implementing, and maintaining secure systems that align with established security policies and frameworks
• Conducting comprehensive vulnerability assessments, developing and executing risk mitigation strategies, and ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data

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• Master's degree in cybersecurity, computer, electrical, or electronics engineering, or mathematics with a concentration in computer science or equivalent

• 10 years of professional experience with cybersecurity engineering 

• Experience in areas such as configuration management, software quality assurance, and network security
• The ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams, interpret complex technical requirements, and communicate security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences is essential
• A thorough understanding of Department of Defense (DoD) cybersecurity policies and directives, including compliance with information assurance and risk management framework requirements
• A strong foundation in systems engineering principles, coupled with a deep understanding of cybersecurity best practices
• The ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams, interpret complex technical requirements, and communicate security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences is essential

• Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining secure systems within a DoD environment is essential, including familiarity with DoD system categorization and authorization processes

• Expertise in securing complex communication systems, particularly those operating within tactical or military-specific domains
• Experience with software defined radio (SDR) technology, information assurance (IA) practices related to military communications, and government protection processes for critical program information is highly desirable
• Knowledge of National Security Agency (NSA) requirements and processes is a significant advantage
• Familiarity with government security standards, risk management frameworks, and secure software development lifecycles is highly desirable
• Information Assurance Management (IAM) or Information Assurance Technical (IAT) or Information Assurance System Architect and Engineer (IASAE) Level I (position-based) per DoD 8570.1M

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT. THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TOP SECRET / SCI LEVEL

• Minimal CONUS travel may be required

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

 

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals starting at 10 days of vacation and 5 days of sick leave annually, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

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