Cyber Operations Officer

Overview

About Level Up 

Level Up, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of AVIAN, represents a fusion of innovation, reliability, and top-tier cyber security and IT solutions. As a Virginia-based small business with over 150 years of collective experience, we pride ourselves on providing industry-leading expertise, big data analytics, and all-source research and analysis. Our technical capabilities directly bolster our customers' objectives, from mission centers to forward-deployed operations. 

In 2021, we joined forces with AVIAN, an employee-owned business and one of America’s fastest-growing private companies. With a shared commitment to resourcefulness, responsiveness, and reachability, we continue to uphold our trademark dependability and innovation, delivering exceptional services to our 80 government and commercial clients across 13 states. 

Beyond our technical and consulting prowess, we at Level Up believe in creating a positive impact within our communities. Through our charitable giving and volunteer programs, we support causes close to our hearts and inspire meaningful change. This commitment to service and community enhancement is what we call "The Level Up Way". 

Together, Level Up and AVIAN offer comprehensive solutions, blending technology and community engagement to create an exceptional partnership for our employees, customers, and community. 

Responsibilities

As a Cyber Operations Officer, you will gather intelligence from adversary systems and networks using advanced tools, techniques, and tradecraft. Working in a fast-paced, challenging, and collaborative environment, Cyber Operations Officers utilize their cutting-edge knowledge of computer hardware, software, and networks.

Qualifications

Required Experience, Skills, & Technologies

• Creative problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Verbal and written communications skills (especially as applied to technical presentations and documentation)
• Ability to apply interpersonal skills to collaborative team environments
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Commitment to continuous learning
• Ability to work within cross-functional teams
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
• Possess a self-starter approach

Desired Experience, Skills & Technologies

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience in a computer-related or networking-related field such as:
  • Cybersecurity/Information Security
  • Computer Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Network Engineering
  • Information Systems
• Knowledge, experience, and/or professional certifications in one or more computer or networking technical areas such as:
  • Information security tools and techniques: Network monitoring, Network mapping, Vulnerability scanning, Penetration testing
  • Offensive information security
  • Digital forensics and data recovery
  • Operating systems – Windows, Linux/UNIX, mobile, and/or networking
  • Voice/data communications (satellite, RF, wireless, and telecommunications networks)
  • Network administration - security and engineering, networking equipment (routers/firewalls/switches)
  • Programming and scripting languages
  • Command line tools
  • Internet/web technologies - email, social networking, and collaboration sites
• Knowledge and experience with industry computer and network security events such as:
  • Ethical hacking contests
  • Capture-the-flag exercises
  • Computer security conferences
• Knowledge and experience with tailoring systems engineering and/or program management concepts to small scale efforts
• Proven ability to analyze and troubleshoot technical issues

Clearance Required

• Due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

• Must possess a Top Secret/SCI security clearance with a Full Scope polygraph.
• This position has an on-site requirement and is not eligible for fully remote candidates. 

At Level Up, LLC, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being. Our health and wellness benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with telemedicine services and a TRICARE supplement for veterans. Financially, we provide flexible spending accounts (FSA), a 401(k) plan with company contributions, and an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP). Additional perks like wellness reimbursements and referral bonuses are also available.

For insurance protection, we offer basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, disability benefits, and AFLAC supplemental insurance. In terms of life, work, and family, we provide flexible time off, paid sick leave, maternity and bonding leave, and military training leave. Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities are available to help you grow. We also offer pet insurance, identity protection, and life assistance programs. At Level Up, LLC, we prioritize a balanced, supportive environment that allows you to thrive both personally and professionally.

Level Up, LLC is a service-based organization. As an equal opportunity employer, our policy of business is to seek the most qualified candidate for each talent opportunity without regard to race, creed, color, sex, age, religious belief, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual preference, physical or mental handicap, lawful political affiliation or veteran’s status.