IT Specialist (INFOSEC)

Responsibilities

• Develop policies and procedures to ensure information systems reliability and accessibility and to prevent and defend against unauthorized access to systems, networks, and data.
• Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments of planned and installed information systems to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and protection needs.
• Promote awareness of security issues among management and ensuring sound security principles are reflected in organizations’ visions and goals.
• Conduct systems security evaluations, audits, and reviews
• May serve as member of the Change Control Board (CCB).
• Develop systems security contingency plans and disaster recovery procedures.
• Collaborate with the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to develop policies and procedures to ensure information systems’ reliability and accessibility and to prevent and defend against unauthorized access to systems, networks, and data.
• Develop and implement programs to ensure that systems, network, and data users are aware of, understand, and adhere to systems security policies and procedures.
• Complete network and systems design to ensure implementation of appropriate systems security policies.
• Assess security events to determine impact and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure the rigorous application of information security/information assurance policies, principles, and practices in the delivery of all IT services.
• Monitor system recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly restored and function correctly.
• Ensure audit records are collected, reviewed, and documented (to include any anomalies).
• Communicate and collaborate with the Command ISSM (CISSM) and Command Security Manager in areas of mutual interest and impact.
• In collaboration of the program ISSM, maintain a repository for all cybersecurity-related documentation, i.e. Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF) management and tracking, Certification and Accreditation (C&A), and Computer Network Defense (CND).
• Collaborate with the ISSM to maintain the organizations cybersecurity program that includes cybersecurity architecture, requirements, objectives and policies, cybersecurity personnel, and cybersecurity processes and procedures in direct collaboration with the Cyber Security Directorate (CSD).

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Experience: At least 5 years of experience in IT Security, preferably in an operational environment.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in IT Security tools and techniques, including but not limited to firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption technologies.
• Knowledge: Knowledge of DoD Information Security Program, including DoD Manual 5200.01.
• Other: Must have a valid U.S. Government security clearance.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan

Schedule

Full-time position