TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION YOU MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE TS/SCI WITH THE  ABILITY TO OBTAIN A CI POLYGRAPH SECURITY CLEARANCE (U.S. CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED)

​​​​​​Responsibilities:

• Plan, design, and implement security controls and measures to protect the organization's information systems and networks
• Evaluate and assess security risks and vulnerabilities, and develop strategies to mitigate them
• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements
• Work with IT teams to design and implement security solutions, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and data encryption systems
• Conduct security assessments and audits of information systems and networks, and recommend improvements to security controls and measures
• Develop and implement security training and awareness programs for employees and contractors
• Stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies in information security, and recommend improvements to the organization's security posture
• Provide technical guidance and support to IT teams on security-related issues
• Ensure that information systems and networks are compliant with organizational policies and procedures, as well as any applicable regulatory requirements

Required Skills:

• Strong understanding of information security principles and methodologies
• Experience designing and implementing security controls and measures for information systems and networks
• Familiarity with security standards and regulations, such as NIST SP 800-53 and DoD RMF
• Experience conducting security assessments and audits, and recommending improvements to security controls and measures
• Experience with security solutions such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and data encryption systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with users and stakeholders at all levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify security risks and vulnerabilities, and develop strategies to mitigate them
• Experience with security training and awareness programs

Desired Skills:

• Experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS or Azure
• Experience with security-related tools such as vulnerability scanners, SIEMs, and endpoint protection systems
• Knowledge of network protocols and technologies, such as TCP/IP, DNS, and VPNs
• Scripting experience in Bash, Python, or Perl

Years of Experience:

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in information security, with experience in designing and implementing security controls and measures for information systems and networks. Experience with security assessments and audits is also preferred.

Desired Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.