Continuous Monitoring Analyst II (IT Support Specialist II)

Job Description

Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). Our MISSION is to help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by providing high-hazard experimentation and incident response capabilities through operations, engineering, education, field, and integration services and by acting as environmental stewards to the Site’s Cold War legacy. Our VISION is to be the user site of choice for large-scale, high-hazard, national security experimentation, with premier facilities and capabilities below ground, on the ground, and in the air. (See NNSS.gov for our unique capabilities.) Our 2,750 professional, craft, and support employees are called upon to innovate, collaborate, and deliver on some of the more difficult nuclear security challenges facing the world today.

• MSTS offers our full-time employees highly competitive salaries and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision; both a pension and a 401k; paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays; relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location); tuition assistance and reimbursement; and more.
• MSTS is a limited liability company consisting of Honeywell International Inc. (Honeywell), Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (Jacobs), and HII Nuclear Inc.
  
  

Responsibilities

MSTS is seeking Continuous Monitoring Analyst II (IT Support Specialist II) to contribute to maintaining a robust security posture within our enterprise environment. In this role, you will execute continuous monitoring operations and play a key part in identifying and addressing security anomalies. This position is ideal for a cybersecurity professional with foundational experience looking to deepen their expertise and take on more responsibility in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute continuous monitoring activities and compliance checks using various tools, including Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems, Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools, and other continuous monitoring platforms.
• Ensure accuracy of monitoring results and coordinate anomalous findings and system health issues with senior continuous monitoring team members and other IT groups.
• Track system and application baselines and implement configuration changes or security updates within prescribed timeframes to maintain a strong security posture.
• Review, maintain, and contribute to the improvement of continuous monitoring documentation, including methods and procedures for ongoing assessments and reporting.
• Coordinate with other IT members and management to execute continuous monitoring and security initiatives and directives.
• Collaborate with users to ensure continuous monitoring mechanisms are effective and verify the ongoing security of systems and applications.
• Assist in researching, compiling, and analyzing technical data related to security events and system behavior, contributing to threat intelligence.
• Support data calls, FISMA reporting, compliance monitoring, and generate reports for auditors.
• Contribute to a productive and respectful work environment by providing excellent customer service and fostering positive, collegial relationships with Cyber Security staff, other divisions, and customers.
• Perform other duties assigned by Management.
  
  

Qualifications

• Associates degree in MIS, Computer Science or equivalent with at least one year of related experience.
• Preferred candidates hold relevant cybersecurity certifications, successful completion of cybersecurity bootcamps, or demonstrated practical experience in IT support or network administration.
• Knowledge of continuous monitoring best practices, including security baselines, anomaly detection, and security configuration management.
• Knowledge of network and application security principles, such as the OWASP Application Security knowledge framework and the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
• Understands a broad range of Cyber Security principles, protocols, concepts, and theories.
• Knowledge of security controls, mitigation strategies, network architecture, and methods to maintain secure system configurations.
• Proficiency with Windows, Linux and macOS operating systems.
• Preferred Certifications (please upload certifications when applying):
• GIAC Foundational Cybersecurity Technologies (GFACT)
• GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GISF)
• GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
• CompTIA Security
• CompTIA Network
• CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA )
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, sufficient to interact effectively with colleagues and customers, generate clear and concise reports, and gather information.
• The primary work location will be at the Losee Road facility in North Las Vegas, Nevada.
• Work schedule will be 4/10's Monday through Thursday (subject to change).
• Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
  

MSTS is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants offered employment with MSTS are also subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment. In addition, Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship, at least 18 years of age. Reference DOE Order 472.2 , “Personnel Security”. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.

Department of Energy Q Clearance (position will be cleared to this level). Reviews and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR Part 707.4 , “Workplace Substance Abuse Programs at DOE Sites,” will be conducted. Applicant selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation, required to participate in subsequent reinvestigations, and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. Successful completion of a counterintelligence evaluation, which may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination, may also be required. Reference 10 CFR Part 709 , “Counterintelligence Evaluation Program.”

MSTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. MSTS is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

Annual salary range for this position is: $23.17 - $34.76.

Starting salary is determined based on the position market value, the individual candidate education and experience and internal equity.