Agile Defense · 8 hours ago
Data Security Analyst – Intermediate
Fort Huachuca, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
6+ years expAgile Defense is a forward-thinking company focused on supporting national missions through advanced technology and innovation. They are seeking a Data Security Analyst to operate and maintain IDPS appliances and SIEM technologies, while also identifying and managing vulnerabilities within their cyber infrastructure. The role requires collaboration with various internal teams to enhance security efforts and ensure compliance with regulations.
Information ServicesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
IDPS Installation and Maintenance: Working directly with customers to configure and install IPS and IDS sensors as well as maintaining sensor platforms with weekly maintenance and updates
IDPS Troubleshooting: Monitoring Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) and intrusion detection systems (IDS) for alerts and alarms and following Troubleshooting TTP’s and SOP’s for resolution and escalation with vendor
Generate IDPS Reports and products: Provide customers with weekly sensor reports and produce products based on sensor statistics
SIEM Configuration: Working with the customers to integrate various log types into the CSSP SIEM and monitoring data feed health
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with internal teams, including Incident Response, Content and Development, and other security operations teams for ongoing security efforts and response strategies
STIG and Compliance support: Conduct weekly STIG checks on team-maintained appliances and servers, provide patch management as well as updating compliance repositories
Risk Management: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities within the Defensive Cyber infrastructure division. Develop and implement strategies to effectively mitigate and remediate identified risks
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 6+ years of experience in a dedicated Network administration or Server administration role
Strong understanding of IDPS technologies, SIEM technologies and security best practices
Hands-on experience with security platforms and tools, including Trellix IPS appliances, Tipping point appliances, Suricata or Palo alto next gen firewalls
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a capacity for critical and 'outside-the-box' thinking
Excellent communication (written and verbal) and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within diverse and cross-functional teams
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced security operations environment, effectively managing multiple priorities and deadlines
Must be able to obtain/maintain a Secret T5. clearance
Candidates must possess one of the following valid certifications prior to start date: Security+ CE or higher, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) or CySA+
Preferred
Familiarity with U.S. Army policies, procedures, and organizational processes
Experience implementing and adhering to cyber security controls, policies, and procedures in a military setting
Experience with analyzing network activities, responding to security anomalies, and accurate event reporting. Familiarity with network protocols and architectures
Experience reviewing and analyzing endpoint security events/logs
Experience in some or all of the following specialized tools: STIG Viewer, Elastic Kibana, Service Now (Security Operations), TippingPoint, Trellix products, Palo Alto Firewalls, Wireshark
Familiarization working in a JMN/JRSS environment
Company
Agile Defense
Agile Defense is an information technology company located in Reston. It is a sub-organization of Agile-BOT.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-11-16Acquired
Leadership Team
Rick Wagner
Chief Executive Officer
B
Bill Luebke
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-12-18
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