Job Type

Full-Time

Career Level

Associate Level

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Travel

None

Security Clearance Required

Top Secret

Job Description

At Lifescale Analytics, we help achieve data-driven decision by leveraging strategic technologies to create innovated solutions, that ultimately help our clients to navigate their ever-changing data landscape. We have an opportunity for a Cyber Security Engineer – Journeyman, must be located in the Hampton, Virginia area. Candidates must be able to work onsite and must currently hold a Top Secret (TS) security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Eligibility. The ideal person has the scope to maintain cybersecurity architecture and design. Will work with the Enterprise Architect, service leads, engineers, developers, and stakeholders to maintain the highest level of security defense and readiness with minimized impact on mission performance.

Applicants responding to this position must be a US Citizen and will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information. Must have lived in the US for the past 5 years.

The Employer will not sponsor applicants for any employment visas, at hiring or in the future, including but not limited to H-1B visas. Corp-to-Corp or subcontract personnel will not be considered for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Understanding of current cyber technologies, trends within cyber space, and current DoD policy guidance.
• Perform proactive and active security vulnerability assessment, implementation, and monitoring of all products and applications in sustainment.
• Probe network defenses to identify vulnerabilities and administer network scans.
• Implement, monitor, and manage security measures for the protection of computer systems, networks, and information.
• Identify and define system security requirements.
• Design computer security architecture and develop detailed cyber security designs.
• Expertise in using ACAS tools for vulnerability scanning and compliance assessments.
• Knowledgeable in the ATO accreditation process and tools, ensuring systems meet necessary security requirements for federal operation.
• Prepare and document standard operating procedures and protocols.
• Configure and troubleshoot security infrastructure devices.
• Develop technical solutions and new security tools to help mitigate security vulnerabilities and automate repeatable tasks.
• Conduct regular security audits to ensure practices are compliant.
• Update and upgrade security systems as needed.

Job Requirements

Qualifications/Skillsets: (include about of years required)

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a cybersecurity role, preferably in a federal security environment.
• Strong knowledge and experience with DISA, ACAS tools, and ATO accreditation processes.
• Understanding of the latest security principles, techniques, and protocols.
• Familiarity with web-related technologies and network/web-related protocols.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.

Education:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, information technology, or relevant field with 3-10 years of cybersecurity experience.

Certification:

• CompTIA Security certification required
• Additional Relevant certifications in cybersecurity (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, etc.) are preferable.

Security Clearance Required:

• Must currently hold a Top Secret (TS) security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Eligibility

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.