Information Security Analyst

About the role

The Information Security Analyst will support the design, implementation, and management of cybersecurity controls and processes for the War Data Platform (WDP) to ensure compliance with DoD security requirements and protect systems, applications, and data. This person will conduct security risk and vulnerability assessments, evaluate and test security controls, monitor and analyze security events, and support incident response, remediation, and threat management activities. This person will support identity and access management activities, including account lifecycle management, access reviews, authentication, authorization, and enforcement of least privilege. This person will assist with security testing, audits, Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, compliance documentation, and the implementation of NIST and DoD security controls. This person will collaborate with engineering, operations, and other cybersecurity teams to identify security risks, implement corrective actions, maintain security documentation, and integrate security best practices throughout the WDP environment. This person will stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, technologies, and cybersecurity best practices to continuously improve the security posture of the WDP.

Requirements

• SECRET Security Clearance Required
• Certifications for Junior / Journeyman roles:
  • CBROPS, CCISO, CCSP, CEH, CGRC/CAP, Cloud+, CySA+, FITSP-O, GCIH, GICSP, GISF, GFACT, GCED, GSEC, PenTest+, Security+, SecurityX/CASP+, and/or SSCP
• Certifications for Senior role:
  • CCE, CCISO, CCNP Security, CCSP, CFR, CISA, CISM, CISSO, CISSP, CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, CISSP-ISSMP, CPTE, CySA+, FITSP-A, FITSP-M, FITSP-O, GCFA, GCIA, GCIH, GCLD, GCSA, GDSA, GFACT, GICSP, GPEN, GSLC, GSNA, and/or SecurityX/CASP+
• Multiple levels available:
  • Junior: 0 – 3 years of experience + Bachelor's Degree
  • Journeyman: 4 – 7 years of experience + Bachelor's Degree
  • Senior: 8+ years of experience + Bachelor's Degree
• Good communication skills, self-starter mindset
• Professional proficiency in English is required
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis (no visa sponsorship available)

Work Environment

• Moderate noise (e.g., business office with computers, phone and printers) and/or occasional loud noise (airfield, large equipment)
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time

Physical Demands

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear
• Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Travel

• Up to 10% / Occasional travel

Benefits

• Employer Contributions to Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) with a generous matching program
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Program

Pay

Salary at Avalore is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. Salary estimates for this job range from $85,000 – $202,000.