Operations Security Advisor II

Cybersecurity Analyst

Creates cyber-intelligence tools / methods and performs research and analysis in order to mitigate and eliminate high level data and cyber security risks. Designs, tests and implements state-of-the-art secure operating systems, networks, and database products. Conducts risk assessment and provides recommendations for application design. Responsible for the full range of security issues including architectures, firewalls, electronic data traffic, and network access.

Responsibilities:

• Oversees the investigation of complex computer and information security incidents to determine extent of compromise to national security information and automated information systems. Makes strategic recommendations on how to implement state of the art security protocols.
• Defines security objectives and system-level performance requirements.
• Researches and stays abreast of tools, techniques, countermeasures, and trends in computer network vulnerabilities.
• Oversees the configuration and validation of secure systems, tests security products/systems to detect computer and information security weaknesses.
• Administers the computer and information security incident, damage and threat assessment programs.
• Ensures the formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results and preparation of required reports is completed.
• Manages system audits and ensures all corrective measures are implemented.
• Designs, develops, or recommends integrated system solutions ensuring proprietary/confidential data and systems are protected.
• Establishes strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and supports obtaining certification and accreditation of systems.
• Reviews processes and security protocols and makes recommendations for increased cyber security protection.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Computer Science or a related field or equivalent experience.
• 12+ years of experience in systems security.

Other Job Specific Skills:

• Must be able to communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings.
• Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignments.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Must be able to balance multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Expert knowledge of encryption, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, cyber forensics, intrusion detection, and incident response and remediation.
• Interfaces with external entities including law enforcement, and intelligence/government agencies.
• Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment.
• Strong ability to developed trusted relationships with customers.
• Guides the successful completion of major projects.