Cyber Security Support Technician 1

Cyber Security Support Technician 1

The Cyber Security Technical Support Technician will report directly to the Information System Security Manager while supporting the Information System Security Officer (ISSO), Cyber Security Engineers, and Technical Security Program (TSP).

Location: On-site in Lynchburg, VA

Your Day to Day as a Cyber Security Support Technician:

• Support cybersecurity program efforts in the areas of Vulnerability Assessment, Access Control and Authorization, Policy Enforcement, Application Security, Incident Response, and Threat Detection.
• Perform analysis of security data from multiple heterogenous security tools deployed on the network(s).
• Perform assessments of technology (e.g. warehouse items and medical devices) to evaluate for unauthorized technology.
• Support analysis, reporting, and escalation of actionable threats.
• Support execution of remediation efforts for security events.
• Document and communicate findings and after-action reports.
• Perform periodic audits to include walk-downs of locations and detecting anomalies.
• Generate reports and create documentation to support cybersecurity efforts.
• Support ongoing cybersecurity projects through various other duties as assigned.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to resolve security vulnerabilities and strengthen security posture.
• Stay updated on emerging threats and vulnerabilities in the cybersecurity landscape.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience, OR a high school diploma/equivalent plus 5 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to follow procedures and defined work processes related to SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) and Anti-virus alerting, triage, and escalation.
• Fundamental understanding of Active Directory and Group Policy Objects, Microsoft Windows operating systems, digital forensics tools, and networks/networking.
• Maintain confidentiality when working with sensitive information.
• Strong problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously under pressure.
• Excellent professional written and verbal communications skills.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with no dual citizenship.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Q clearance.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

Pay: $54,000 - $80,000

The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $54,000 and $80,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,' unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities ("BWXT" or the "Company") complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.