Cybersecurity Engineer at Kihomac in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Job Description:

Description



Perform Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO)/Cyber Security Service Provider (CSSP) duties outlined in Evaluator Scoring Metrics (ESM). Perform cybersecurity duties on customer networks (proactively and reactively) to improve enterprise-wide security posture. Perform preliminary analysis, identification, and response actions to detect, characterize, and respond to cyber incidents IAW CJCSM 6510.01B. Lead event/incident investigations from start to conclusion, to include gathering data, analysis, and reporting. Properly document all steps in the incident response process while taking care to preserve and protect incident artifacts, evidence, and chain of custody. Analyze correlated assets, threat, and vulnerability data against known adversary exploits and techniques to determine impact and improve network defensive posture. Support a Cyber Defense Analyst and Cyber Defense Incident Responder training plan by instructing, evaluating, and mentoring Junior Cyber Defense Analyst and Cyber Defense Incident Responders. Support the development, establishment, review and update of DCO procedures, processes, manuals, and other documentation. Leverage actionable Cyber Threat Intelligence data to search for indicators of compromise and develop SIEM content/ signatures to detect known attack patterns and make recommendations for improvements. Coordinate with CSSP-CERT subscribers to develop current configurations, rules, and signatures for cyber security related toolsets. Coordinate with CSSP-CERT subscribers to notify, investigate, and remediate discrepancies in security logging and CSSP-CERT alignment. Provide standardized and targeted training in support of CSSP-CERT subscriber cyber defense and incident response programs. Review data of ongoing intrusions or cybersecurity incidents and report, analyze, and document/report the findings in accordance with CJCSM 6510.01B guidelines. Provide support to internal and external Insider threat and law enforcement / counterintelligence (LE/CI) agencies during cyber incidents / investigations. Position may require up to 25% travel in support of MDA remote site integration activities Other duties as assigned



Requirements



Education/Training:

• Bachelor's Degree Cybersecurity, Computer Science or related field and 2 years' experience
• Master's Degree preferred and can be substituted for 4 years of experience
• DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification with Continuing Education (CE) - (CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, SSCP) required
• DoD 8570.01-M CSSP Analyst, Incident Responder, and Auditor certification (CEH or CySA+ cover all three)

• Must have 4 years of directly related experience in information security, physical security, cybersecurity, or a combination.
• Must have 1 year experience in management or leadership in a team environment.
• Be able to mentor and train personnel in an evolving, high-paced environment
• Be familiar with DoD Security Operations Centers (SOC) • Be familiar with DCO/Cybersecurity Service Provider (CSSP)-guiding security policies and procedures

• Have experience with security analysis and solutions in a WAN/LAN environment to include Routers, Switches, Network Devices, and Operating Systems (e.g., Windows, and Linux)
• Have experience with other Security Operations Centers (SOC)/DCO tools/applications, such as Firewalls, Intrusion Detection Systems / Intrusion Prevention Systems, Network Security Manager, Forward Proxy, Spam Firewall, etc.
• Have experience analyzing security compliance scans performed across a WAN (ACAS/Nessus preferred)
• Have experience analyzing network and host-based threats (ESS preferred)

• Must be a US citizen

• Candidate must be in possession of a minimum DoD issued Interim Secret Clearance
• Preference will be given to candidates with an active DoD issued Clearance at level Secret or higher

• Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
• Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
• Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
• Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources