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# Operations Security Advisor/Cybersecurity Incident Response Engineer, Sr

- **Company:** ASM
- **Location:** Charleston, WV, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $80,200.0 - $111,300.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software System Penetration Testing, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Computer Forensics, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Automated Information System (AIS), Information Technology, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** August 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3360069901&tx=FP3128FFP&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field or equivalent experience; Advanced Degree preferred.
 * 8-15 years of experience in systems security.

Other Job Specific Skills

 * Must be able to communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings.
 * Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignments.
 * Excellent attention to detail.
 * Must be able to balance multiple tasks simultaneously.
 * Advanced knowledge of encryption, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, cyber forensics, intrusion detection, and incident response and remediation.
 * May interface with external entities including law enforcement, and intelligence/government agencies.
 * Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment., The physical requirements described in "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" above are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. (For example, "light office duties' or "lifting up to 50 pounds" or "some travel" required.) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualifying disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions.

## Description

* Leads the investigation of complex computer and information security incidents to determine extent of compromise to national security information and automated information systems. Makes recommendations on how to implement additional security protocols to reduce similar security incidents in the future.
 * Defines security objectives and system-level performance requirements.
 * Researches and stays abreast of tools, techniques, countermeasures, and trends in computer network vulnerabilities.
 * Configures and validates secure systems, tests security products/systems to detect computer and information security weaknesses.
 * Maintains the computer and information security incident, damage and threat assessment programs.
 * Responsible for the formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results and preparation of required reports.
 * Responsible for system audits and ensures all corrective measures are completed.
 * Designs, develops, or recommends integrated system solutions ensuring proprietary/confidential data and systems are protected.
 * Establishes strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and supports obtaining certification and
 * accreditation of systems.
 * Reviews processes and security protocols and makes recommendations for increased cyber security protection., Compensation ranges for ASM Research positions vary depending on multiple factors; including but not limited to, location, skill set, level of education, certifications, client requirements, contract-specific affordability, government clearance and investigation level, and years of experience. The compensation displayed for this role is a general guideline based on these factors and is unique to each role. Monetary compensation is one component of ASM's overall compensation and benefits package for employees.


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