Cybersecurity Protect Analyst

Ukpeagvik Inupiat Corporation - Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH

Construction of Buildings

About the position

Bowhead is seeking experienced Cybersecurity Protect Analysts to join our team in Dayton, OH. The role involves ensuring the delivery of critical infrastructure services and working alongside Computer Network Defense Analysts and Cybersecurity Engineers in a 24x7x365 cybersecurity service environment. The analysts will perform vulnerability assessments and implement host-based security controls to prevent or limit the impact of intrusions, while collaborating with a larger team to deploy and sustain cybersecurity functions.

Responsibilities

• Identify vulnerabilities and assess whether DREN assets conform to recommended security policies and configuration
• Conduct vulnerability scans monthly per subscriber using DoD-approved tools such as ACAS
• Provide visibility and insight into the unclassified/classified to assess risk to the DODIN through reports and analyses from vulnerability assessments
• Perform hardware/software inventory updates monthly using DoD-approved tools such as ACAS
• Provide capability to receive open source, official, and classified threat notifications
• Provide subscriber sites details to take corrective actions to mitigate potential vulnerabilities or threats
• Deploy the DoD's Host Based Security System (HBSS) in accordance with DoD policies
• Operate and maintain the HBSS server in accordance with STIG requirements
• Ensure all required HBSS modules are properly deployed and active on subscribers' hosts
• Configure HBSS to perform periodic scans according to current DOD guidance
• Ensure malware protection capabilities are kept up to date and properly configured
• Create, maintain, and update functional documentation and standard operating procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in an IT related discipline
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience
• CND-SP Baseline Certification (CEH or equivalent)
• IAT II Baseline Certification (Security (+) or equivalent)
• HBSS 301 required training for HBSS administration
• ACAS certification
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office suite
• Effective communication skills
• Strong public speaking skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Short/long-term disability
• 401(k) retirement plans
• Paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees