Cybersecurity Analyst Lead

By Light Professional It Services - Wharton, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Wharton, NJ

51-100 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Cybersecurity Analyst Lead position at By Light Professional IT Services LLC involves providing comprehensive cybersecurity support for classified and unclassified communication systems at the Network Enterprise Center Picatinny Arsenal in New Jersey. The role encompasses site management, infrastructure operation and maintenance, IT systems support, and ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards and policies. The analyst will execute cybersecurity-related services, manage vulnerabilities, and support various cybersecurity initiatives while working on-site during standard business hours.

Responsibilities

• Execute all AITP Cybersecurity related baseline services according to performance standards.
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and support security devices.
• Identify and remediate security vulnerabilities in LAN topologies and components.
• Perform vulnerability scanning of all networked devices as per NEC policy.
• Provide support for enterprise network devices including VPN access.
• Assist in developing system management architecture design documents.
• Support Cybersecurity-related service delivery and maintain SOP documents.
• Follow DoD, Army, and RNEC/LNEC SOPs and TTPs.
• Execute and support Authorization & Accreditation efforts including RMF and eMASS requirements.
• Conduct compliance monitoring to ensure network access and account management compliance.
• Assist in compiling reports for physical security inspections.
• Provide planning expertise for security standards in classified processing areas.
• Maintain accountability of system PKI certificates and provide technical support for PKI authentication.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and facilitate decisions on security countermeasures.
• Monitor and report Approval to Connect (ATC) expiration dates and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Manage Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) items to meet FISMA requirements.
• Provide Cybersecurity oversight and inspections support as per regulations.
• Develop technical guidance and Courses of Action to mitigate threats.
• Conduct Mobile Scanning for unauthorized wireless access points.
• Perform Information Systems vulnerability scans and compliance checks.
• Analyze event and time-based scans for security anomalies.
• Report negligent discharge of classified information incidents and provide remediation details.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science from an accredited institution.
• Experience with wireless monitoring and Wardriving.
• Knowledge of log collection and analysis.
• Experience with Incident Response related to Cybersecurity incidents.
• Knowledge of client computer and server operating systems used by the DoD and Army.
• Ability to communicate Cybersecurity concepts to technical and non-technical personnel.
• Experience in developing technical documents and system design documentation.
• Knowledge of DoD and Army Authorization & Assessment requirements, including RMF and eMASS.
• Experience with Cybersecurity vulnerability assessments and mitigation.
• Knowledge of the DoD's and Army's current Assured Compliance Assessment System (ACAS) for vulnerability scanning.
• Experience with the DoD's and Army's Host-Based Security System (HBSS).
• Knowledge in application and evaluation of DISA STIGs or security controls for IT systems.
• Possess an Advanced certification for the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) role Systems Security Analyst.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience supporting the U.S. Army or other DoD Agency.
• Strong communication skills to interface with senior military officials and managers.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling options
• Professional development opportunities