1640 - Information Security Analyst

Sigma Defense is currently seeking an Information Security Analyst to work in support of the Army for the Network Modernization & Mission Network Technical Service Support program (NetMod). NetMod sets forth the work efforts required to provide product technical support services for systems and equipment being produced, fielded, modified, or supported by PdM Network Modernization (NetMod) and PdM Mission Network of the Project Manager (PM) Tactical Network (TN) of the Program Executive Office for Command Control and Communications-Tactical (PEO C3T). This support may also include future systems and equipment that is acquired for the Army to maintain its technological advantage., * Pay special attention to intrusion detection, finding and fixing unprotected vulnerabilities, and ensuring that remote access points are well secured.

• Collect data from a variety of Computer Network Defense (CND) tools (including data from approved information assurance (IA) tools to include intrusion detection system alerts, firewall and network traffic logs, and host system logs) to analyze events that occur within their environment.
• Apply analytical skills to this data and all compliance with relevant non-technical controls, such as physical security and configuration management, to perform an audit function for the Agent of the Certification Authority (ACA) or other government Information Assurance (IA) Manager for mitigation of risks and reporting to include report generation for certification and accreditation packages or Certification of Net worthiness efforts.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, risk analysis, and incident responses.
• Actively monitor network traffic for suspicious activity and potential security breaches.
• Identify weaknesses in systems and applications to proactively address security risks.
• Frequently communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations.

• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• 3+ years in the Department of Defense contracting market of major weapon systems product development and acquisitions.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity compliance tools such as STIG Viewer and eMASS.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Information Security or related field of study.
• Formal education may be waived on a case by case basis depending on certification and relevant work/military experience.

Personnel Clearance Level:

• Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active Secret security clearance or higher.
• A clearance will not be sponsored.

• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 12 (Floating) Holidays
• Educational Assistance
• Highly Competitive Salary