Nevada National Security Sites · 1 week ago
Senior Classified Security Engineering Analyst (Senior Cyber Security Analyst)
North Las Vegas, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$97K/yr - $146K/yr
5+ years expMission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration. The Senior Classified Security Analyst is responsible for safeguarding company infrastructure from cyber threats by designing, implementing, and managing security measures for classified and unclassified data, networks, systems, and applications.
Government Administration
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Assist the ISSM (Information Systems Security Manager) and ISSOs (Information System Security Officers) with the execution of their assigned duties
Contribute to an overall productive and respectful work environment by providing excellent customer service and working in a positive, collegiate manner
Maintain cooperative and respectful working relationships with Cyber Security staff, other divisions, and customers
Conduct Cyber Security policy compliance tasks including: discovering unauthorized devices, conducting site surveys for non-compliance, and ensuring network access requirements are met
Perform Security Test and Evaluations of information systems in support of a security plan
Review Information System Plans for classified and unclassified systems
Complete certification and accreditation of information systems on classified and unclassified systems and networks, assist with the completion and mitigation of security testing and evaluation results
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, deploy, and maintain security controls including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint protection, encryption, and multi-factor authentication solutions
Design networks and systems with a security focus, ensuring systems are developed in accordance with federal law, customer requirements, certification and accreditation requirements, and industry best practices
Review purchase requests for technology items and provide input to senior level Cyber Security staff regarding the risks associated with the purchases
Assist with data calls, FISMA reporting, compliance scanning and reporting, continuous monitoring and compiling reports for auditors
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent training and experience in a computer-related field and at least 5 years of related experience
Strong knowledge of network security principles, protocols, and technologies (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, SSL/TLS)
Have a strong understanding of NIST security standards (National Institute of Standards and Technology), the ability to apply NIST-defined measures to harden information structure and review Cyber Security threat information and assist with mitigating identified vulnerabilities
Hands-on experience with security tools and technologies, such as SAML, OAUTH, SIEM, IDS/IPS, DLP, WAF, EDR, and vulnerability management systems
Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) from a security perspective
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders
Strong commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and staying current with evolving cyber threats and security technologies
Must possess a valid driver's license
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
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
Preferred
Certified System Security Professional (CISSP)
GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
GIAC Information Security Professional Certification (GISP)
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
CompTIA Security Practitioner (CASP+)
Benefits
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
Company
Nevada National Security Sites
The Nevada National Security Sites help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by: supporting the stewardship of the nation’s nuclear deterrent; providing nuclear and radiological emergency response capabilities and training; contributing to key nonproliferation and arms control initiatives; executing national-level experiments in support of the National Laboratories; working with national security customers and other federal agencies on important national security activities; and providing long-term environmental stewardship of the NNSS’s Cold War legacy.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Melissa Biernacinski
Action Officer, Government/Customer Relations and Strategic Partnerships
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