Cybersecurity Analyst II

JT4 • Edwards AFB, CA

18d • $97,000 - $120,000

About The Position

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract (J-Tech II). The Cybersecurity Analyst II monitors, develops, and helps secure IT infrastructure and information systems, and analyzes cybersecurity threats. The role creates and updates System Security Plans, develops Plans of Action & Milestones, manages IT Asset Management programs, and supports the ISSM. It interfaces with and guides clients and upper leadership through the development lifecycle while ensuring compliance with Department of Defense regulations and requirements.

Work is performed in a typical office environment with no unusual hazards. Routine travel to remote company work locations and work in a field environment, including occasional overnight assignments, may be required. The tasking supports a Federal Government Contract requiring U.S. citizenship.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer/Information Technology/Information Assurance focused on cybersecurity, or equivalent academic/technical training/certification.
• Three or more years of experience in computer systems security and/or a related area of expertise.
• Compliance with, or ability to become compliant with, DoD 8570.01-M IAT/Level II requirements.
• Security+ certification or completion within the designated timeframe.
• One of the following certifications: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, CND, or SSCP.
• Conceptual knowledge of the RMF process, eMASS, ACAS, SCAP, STIG, Cyber Risk Assessments (CRAs), Cyber Table Top (CTT), or related processes.
• Robust conceptual and practical understanding of IT infrastructure designs, technologies, products, and services.
• Experience supporting system configurations such as standalone systems, LANs, and WANs.
• Experience formulating and/or interpreting cyber threat analysis of adversary techniques, tactics, and procedures used to disrupt computer networks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, analytical ability, judgment, and ability to work effectively with customers and the Cybersecurity Engineering Support Team.
• Ability to plan, organize, and work under strict deadlines.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

• CompTIA certification such as Security+, CISA, CEH, or CySA+.
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) or Certified Enterprise Risk Professional (CERP).
• Proficiency with security tools and technologies commonly used in DoD environments, such as IDS/IPS, firewalls, endpoint protection, SIEM, and SOAR systems.
• Experience planning, designing, executing, and assessing discussion-based exercises.
• Ability to create solutions to technical and non-technical issues arising from interactions with clients, customers, and other third parties.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, develop, and help secure IT infrastructure and information systems, and analyze cybersecurity threats.
• Create and update System Security Plans and develop Plans of Action & Milestones.
• Manage IT Asset Management programs and assist the ISSM.
• Research and stay current with government cybersecurity standards, codes, requirements, and regulations.
• Analyze cybersecurity engineering activities, Information Assurance, and Security Assessment & Authorization under NIST SP 800-53 or similar Risk Management Frameworks.
• Interface with clients, customers, and external contractors to guide new IT systems through approval processes and support hardware, software, and networking requirements and limitations of cybersecurity architecture.
• Identify risks and mitigate vulnerabilities in system security architectures using Splunk or similar Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation programs.
• Assist in preparing reports, correspondence, and technical studies, and perform other job-related duties as required.
• Assist Special Projects with day-to-day operations as instructed by the Director and ISSM.
• Coordinate schedules, manage projects, oversee inventory, and assist in organizing major events.
• Plan, design, execute, and assess discussion-based exercises.
• Read, understand, and implement operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of applicable plans, procedures, and policies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, active on Day 1.
• Life insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Disability insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) plan options with employer match; JT4 matches 50% up to an 8% contribution, with 100% immediate vesting.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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