Cyber Threat Analyst

Company: MAXIMUS
Location: Arlington
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description Summary
Key Responsibilities: --- Identify and analyze threat or vulnerability information shared by partners.--- Translate or make recommendations to customers or external parties remediate vulnerabilities or mitigate threats.--- Apply knowledge of cyber threat landscape, emerging threats, geopolitical events and trends.--- Collaborate across offices/divisions to determine necessary partner notifications and potential product development.--- Monitor communication channels, respond to cyber partner inquiries, coordinate cybersecurity products (alerts, advisories, etc) among targeted audience prior to distribution.Required Skills:--- Active TS/SCI Clearance--- Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of Cyber related experience or 4 years of experience in lieu of degree--- U.S. Citizenship required (required by federal government for position).Desired Skills:--- Experience supporting DHS programs or initiatives.--- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity is preferred--- Experience in cyber threat analysis, vulnerability assessment or incident response--- knowledge of current cyber threat landscape, emerging threats, geopolitical events and trends--- strong writing and research skills--- Ability to easily communicate with senior government clients, lead discussions, and confidently discuss project status and propose solutions.--- Customer service orientation with strong leadership, interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills#clearancejobs #techjobs
Job Summary

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform logging, correlation, and scanning with tools such as Fortify Static Code Analyzer (SCA), Burp Suite Pro, Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), HP ArcSight, Enterprise Security Manager (ESM), Nikto, Cobalt Strike, Dirb, Metasploit Pro, SoupUI, and Postman for API testing- Ensure DoD policy requirements are implemented and enforced- Requires in-depth knowledge of industry best practices, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS), Committee of National Security Systems (CNSS), DoD, National Instisute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides ( STiGs) and Security Readiness Review (SRR) Evaluation Scripts- Lead and Support the planning, development, and execution of Cybersecurity IT internal and embedded assessment teams in preventing data breaches, and monitoring and reacting to attacks in the protection of the Information Technology (IT) infrastructure, edge devices, networks, and data- Develop and sustain RMF Certification and Accreditation (C&A) packages to maintain Authorization to Operate (ATO) and meet Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) requirements- Validate and upload RMF documentation into the Enterprise portal- Lead and support IT Incident Response (IR) actions and reporting- Analyze, Track reporting and processing of Cybersecurity Tasking Orders, Warning Orders and Operation Orders- Provide cybersecurity technical expertise and analysis for new software and hardware for use on DoD systems- Provide written expert position and recommendations, packages, templates and guidance to gain approval for new or upgraded software- Write/develop System Security Plans (SSP), Tenant Security Plans (TSP) that will meet DoD policy requirements- Perform enterprise-wide risk analysis and vulnerability assessments, providing technical and non-technical reports and recommendations

MAXIMUS Introduction Since 1975, Maximus has operated under its founding mission of Helping Government Serve the People, enabling citizens around the globe to successfully engage with their governments at all levels and across a variety of health and human services programs. Maximus delivers innovative business process management and technology solutions that contribute to improved outcomes for citizens and higher levels of productivity, accuracy, accountability and efficiency of government-sponsored programs. With more than 30,000 employees worldwide, Maximus is a proud partner to government agencies in the United States, Australia, Canada, Saudi Arabia, Singapore and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit https://www.maximus.com.
EEO Statement Since 1975, Maximus has operated under its founding mission of Helping Government Serve the People, enabling citizens around the globe to successfully engage with their governments at all levels and across a variety of health and human services programs. Maximus delivers innovative business process management and technology solutions that contribute to improved outcomes for citizens and higher levels of productivity, accuracy, accountability and efficiency of government-sponsored programs. With more than 30,000 employees worldwide, Maximus is a proud partner to government agencies in the United States, Australia, Canada, Saudi Arabia, Singapore and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit https://www.maximus.com.
Pay Transparency Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation.
Posted Max USD $100,000.00/Yr.
Posted Min USD $75,000.00/Yr.

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