Sonalysts, Inc. is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Specialist with critical thinking skills capable of developing and implementing security controls for unclassified and classified network systems.  Candidates should have familiarity with U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) systems and knowledge of Information Assurance policies and procedures. Knowledge of U.S. Navy and/or related security procedures or systems is a plus.  

What you will be doing:

• Design, develop, and implement security controls to preserve confidentiality, integrity and availability of information systems
• Integrate security configuration procedures and tools on Windows and Linux platforms
• Evaluate requirements, select/implement security controls, create and/or review installation procedures, conduct verification and validation of test procedures and script changes, tailor and configure security controls for specific product use, tailor platform hardening, implement application software and/or Operating System vulnerability patches, draft overall security assessment plans, prepare test procedures, perform security tests, and perform security vulnerability assessments using Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and/or Tenable
• Identify issues and recommend solutions for remediation to the software development team
• Identify issues, recommend, and develop solutions for enhancing current processes
• Participate in assessment and authorization activities with various government authorities and authorization agents to obtain and maintain official system Authorization to Operate (ATO)
• Provide security control guidance to the customer that is in compliance with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and the respective Cognizant Security Office
• Completing security DoD and Information Assurance (IA) training as required
• Some travel may be required to receive training and\or complete system installations at customer sites
• Input data into the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) system
• Perform vulnerability scans, analyze results, and implement system remediation
• Day-to-day server and network operations: installing, configuring, upgrading software, troubleshooting and resolving network/computer/peripheral issues
• Verify accuracy and completion of security procedures, documents, and forms
• Assist with classified spills/incident response or other security-related incidents

What’s in it for you:

• Working on challenging and innovative projects.
• Salary ranges between $78,000-$100,000, dependent on experience, qualifications and other relevant business criteria.  
• Becoming an integral part of an innovative employee-owned company which includes:

• Flexible Time Program enabling an optimal work-life balance by permitting partners to arrange their work around personal appointments, parent-teacher conferences, children’s activities and the like, so long as the partner gets the job done on-time.
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan with company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Sales Bonus Program
• Special Performance and Retention Bonus Program
• Health and Preventive Dental Insurance
• Dependent Care Assistance Plan
• Health Care Reimbursement Plan
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Professional Development through Tuition Reimbursement Program, Online Training Program and Targeted Skills Program
• Relocation Assistance to Southeastern Connecticut, to be in the vicinity of our Waterford, CT headquarters. Southeastern Connecticut offers unlimited waterfront access from restaurants to parks, beaches and downtown areas, hundreds of miles of hiking trails, thrilling nightlife entertainment, fascinating history, and abundance of farms and vineyards with offerings of markets and farm-to-table dinners and is conveniently located at the mid-way point of Boston and New York City and within an hour drive of three major commercial airports.  Visit Southeastern Connecticut for the famous lobster rolls, apple cider and steamed cheeseburgers and stay for the highly ranked schools, low crime rates and abundance of attractions.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible for U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) SECRET security clearance*
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical field or 4 years’ of equivalent related experience

Desired, but not required, qualifications:

• Possessing an active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) SECRET security clearance*
• Hold current DOD Information Assurance Workforce (IAWF) certification(s) (e.g., Security+ or equivalent certification(s) IAW DODD 8140;
• Experience following DoD IA doctrine (RMF); and/or the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and/or NIST SP 800 series publications
• Five years of experience providing information assurance or cyber security development support for system development
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and a desire to learn new systems and software\hardware tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with the eMASS system
• Knowledgeable in the use of scripting languages/tools to automate information system administration and security functions (Shell Script, PowerShell, Python, etc.)
• Experience with applying security hardening techniques and procedures on information systems (Linux/Windows/Mac, etc.)
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools and techniques (Nessus/ACAS, Nmap, Eye Retina, Nexpose, Metasploit), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools and techniques

*Obtaining a U.S. Government security clearance involves a comprehensive background check.  Candidates are eligible for a clearance if they have demonstrated sound financial management (including good credit) over time, are free of criminal records, have limited foreign contacts or ties, and other factors indicative of a position of trust to protect information sensitive to the U.S. Government. 

Sonalysts, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, disability, or other basis protected by law.  

This job is not available to residents of New York City because of local law restrictions there.

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