Defensive Cyber Operations Analyst

SAIC • Kittery, ME

4d • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a Defensive Cyber Operations Analyst to support the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) Information Technology Programs for the Dept of the Navy. This initiative leverages advanced technologies and integrates critical defense systems to optimize ship maintenance through IT applications, systems, and training, ensuring sustained mission success in naval ship maintenance operations. Work is performed on site in Kittery, ME. The role involves actively monitoring, detecting, and responding to cybersecurity threats and incidents within an organization. This includes utilizing advanced security tools and technologies, such as Host-Based Security System (HBSS) and Security Information Event Management (SIEM) platforms, to continuously monitor network traffic, identify vulnerabilities, and detect suspicious activities. The analyst will conduct thorough investigations of security incidents, implement incident response protocols, and coordinate remediation efforts to mitigate potential risks. Collaboration with IT teams to enforce security policies, deploy updates, and ensure the overall integrity and confidentiality of information systems is key. The position also requires providing expert analysis on emerging threats, recommending proactive security measures, and contributing to the development of robust cybersecurity strategies. A critical role in maintaining a secure operational environment by ensuring rapid identification and response to cybersecurity threats is expected. The analyst will utilize DoD standard software tools to conduct vulnerability scans and assist local Systems Administrators in maintaining positive Vulnerability Management (VM) control of systems. Additionally, expertise in supporting Navy Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance and the process of obtaining and maintaining Authorization to Operate (ATO) for Navy systems is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree at four (4) years of experience, or additional years of experience considered in lieu of degree
• Demonstrated experience with the Navy Risk Management Framework (RMF) process and the ability to support the RMF lifecycle to ensure adherence to cybersecurity standards and best practices
• Experience in obtaining and maintaining Authorization to Operate (ATO) for Navy systems
• Proficiency in utilizing DoD standard software tools to conduct thorough vulnerability scans on network equipment
• Experience assisting in the maintenance of positive Vulnerability Management (VM) control and configuring, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining endpoint security technologies, including Host-Based Security System (HBSS)
• Skills in supporting the identification, protection, detection, response, and recovery of cybersecurity incidents, and coordinating incident response and reporting processes
• Familiarity with configuring and maintaining Security Information Event Management (SIEM) sensor platforms
• Capable of working under the direction and supervision of senior personnel, contributing to maintaining VM and endpoint compliance
• CompTIA Security+ certification
• Active Secret clearance

Nice To Haves

• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Responsibilities

• Scan: Utilize DoD standard software tools to conduct vulnerability scans of all equipment on the PSNS and IMF network for vulnerabilities
• Vulnerability Management (VM): Assist local Systems Administrators in maintaining positive VM control of systems under their control
• Incident Response: Assist with the identification, protection, detection, response, and recovery of cybersecurity incidents, and coordinate incident response and reporting processes
• Host-Based Security System (HBSS): Assist with configuring, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining endpoint security protection technologies inclusive of HBSS; and ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures and higher headquarters guidance
• Security Information Event Management (SIEM): Assist with configuring, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining sensor platforms
• Risk Management Framework (RMF): Apply Navy RMF principles and processes to ensure that systems comply with DoD and Navy cybersecurity policies and guidelines.
• Authorization to Operate (ATO): Support efforts related to obtaining and maintaining ATOs, including the preparation and submission of required documentation
• NNPP: Assist with maintaining VM and endpoint compliance
• Provide on-site support, including basic network administration, basic network server administration and customer support for ship cable maintenance and repair activities at the PNSY [to] include Communication Security (COMSEC) and a majority of End Device Support items

What This Job Offers

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