Cybersecurity Vulnerability Analyst

Booz Allen Hamilton • Vandenberg Air Force Base, CA

83d • $86,900 - $198,000

About The Position

As a Cybersecurity Vulnerability Analyst, you will leverage your research and analysis talents to advise and inform operators and senior leadership on dynamic adversarial tactics, techniques, and procedures. You will provide subject matter expertise (SME) support in various cybersecurity areas, including Department of Defense (DoD) Vulnerability Management and Information System Security, compliance, and risk management. Your role will involve promoting the vulnerability management process through various cyber risk assessments, including vulnerability scan analysis and reporting, technical configuration reviews, policy analysis, and project evaluations. You will apply your expertise in technology to analyze system cybersecurity weaknesses and provide remediation and mitigation recommendations to decision makers, system engineers, and integrated project teams. Additionally, you will support the research of emerging technology, requisite security requirements, emerging threats, and zero-day weaknesses, and assist Headquarters-level decision makers on the technical implementation of solutions for promoting cybersecurity across multiple technology areas. Collaboration with other team members and stakeholders is essential, while also being able to independently deliver reports and recommendations that align with team and information system owner objectives.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in a cybersecurity or computer field, including supporting information assurance, networking, or systems administration.
• 5+ years of experience with Risk Management or Vulnerability Management.
• Experience auditing and applying system security configurations to meet compliance standards.
• Experience working in a DoD environment or enclave.
• Experience using Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity standards and implementation of industry best practices.
• Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in a professional work environment, or 5+ years of experience in a professional work environment in lieu of a degree.
• DoD 8570 IAM Level I or IAT Level II Certification.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years of experience working with the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) or the Tenable Security Center and Tenable Nessus vulnerability scanning suite.
• Experience using Power Query, Power BI, and PowerShell.
• Experience working with the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS).
• Experience with security tools and devices, including network firewalls, web proxy, intrusion prevention systems, vulnerability scanners, or penetration tools.
• Experience with Cloud and DevSecOps.
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Possession of excellent time management and analytical skills.
• TS/SCI clearance.
• Master's degree.
• DoD 8570 IAM Level II or IAT Level III Certification.

Responsibilities

• Advise and inform operators and senior leadership on adversarial tactics, techniques, and procedures.
• Provide subject matter expertise in cybersecurity areas including Vulnerability Management and Information System Security.
• Promote the vulnerability management process through cyber risk assessments.
• Analyze system cybersecurity weaknesses and provide remediation recommendations.
• Support research of emerging technology and security requirements.
• Assist in the technical implementation of cybersecurity solutions.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to deliver reports and recommendations.

Benefits

• Health, life, and disability insurance.
• Financial and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave.
• Professional development.
• Tuition assistance.
• Work-life programs.
• Dependent care.
• Recognition awards program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree