Cyber Security Analyst

CACI • Rome, NY

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About The Position

The Cyber Security Analyst supports a traveling installation team, working hands-on with advanced systems and ensuring secure deployments across multiple customer sites. The role involves installing, configuring, testing, and securing server, network, and workstation systems, while coordinating closely with Tier 3 experts and project leadership. The analyst also documents installations and provides initial system familiarization and basic on-site support.

The position requires an active TS/SCI clearance and a bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline or equivalent hands-on experience. Candidates must have at least three years of system or network administration experience, relevant operating-system and networking skills, and the ability to travel up to 50%.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline or equivalent hands-on experience.
• At least 3 years of system or network administration experience.
• Meet DoD 8140 requirements within 6 months of hire, such as through Security+ CE, CySA+, CCNA, or another approved certification, degree, or training.
• Strong background in Windows and/or Linux server administration.
• Proficiency in network configuration and troubleshooting, including TCP/IP, DNS, routing, and switching.
• Experience with Active Directory and user access management.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and system hardening practices, including STIGs.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50%.
• Complete mandatory cybersecurity training, including Cyber Security Awareness Challenge, Introduction to Information Security, Derivative Classification, Identifying & Safeguarding PII, and OPSEC Awareness.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a DoD or research and development environment.
• Experience working with DoD networks or sensitive environments.
• Familiarity with system accreditation workflows and documentation.
• Strong communication skills and comfort working directly with customers and remote engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer locations to install, configure, and test server, network, and workstation hardware.
• Configure network components, including IP addresses, switches, routers, and connectivity to the enterprise environment.
• Set up initial user accounts and access permissions in Active Directory, coordinating with Tier 3 on policies and advanced configuration.
• Apply and verify cybersecurity hardening measures in accordance with DoD and organizational security requirements.
• Represent the technical team on site, coordinate activities, and provide status updates to Tier 3 administrators and project leadership.
• Document system configurations, network setups, and installation procedures to support accreditation and future maintenance.
• Provide on-site personnel with initial system familiarization and basic support after installation.

Benefits

• Flexible time off benefit.
• Learning resources and learning and development opportunities.
• Healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level