Information Security Analyst (SCN)

$86,000 - $113,000/Yr

Auria - Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time - Mid Level

Colorado Springs, CO

Textile Product Mills

About the position

Auria Space is seeking an Information Security Analyst to support the Data Transport Product Support Sustainment Logistics Maintenance (DSLM) contract in Colorado Springs, CO. This role involves designing, testing, and implementing secure operating systems and networks, leading risk assessments, and providing recommendations for application design. The analyst will also lead cybersecurity initiatives and provide guidance on encryption technology and vulnerability analysis, ensuring the security of data transfer operations for the Satellite Control Network (SCN).

Responsibilities

• Maintain multiple RMF packages and perform risk assessments across mission systems supporting the Data Transport and Receive Network (DTRN).
• Serve as a cybersecurity expert leading and tasking Junior and Journeymen Information Security Analysts in effective RMF execution.
• Develop and implement an Anti-virus/Malware identification process for SCN equipment.
• Coordinate with Software Maintenance Action (SWMA) IA patching team and program office IA architecture team on an IA/Cybersecurity Roadmap.
• Employ system security engineering to design, develop, and implement secure applications and configurations.
• Evaluate COTS and GOTS hardware, firmware, and software information security components for IA-impacting projects.
• Organize annual cybersecurity control validation within eMASS IAW DoDI 8510.01 and DoDI 8500.01.
• Attend Technical Interchange Meetings to obtain cybersecurity community buy off.
• Participate in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and standards related to information security, privacy, and incident response.
• Provide technical engineering services management for integrated security systems and solutions.
• Monitor information systems for security-related events and assess cybersecurity configuration changes.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in a related field.
• 5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor certification.
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Strong data analysis skills and experience with VM, DMZ, Firewall configuration/auditing.

Nice-to-haves

• DoD 8140 Cyber Defense Analyst or Vulnerability Analyst certification.
• Intermediate qualification or certification (e.g., CISSO, CySA+, GPEN, CISA).
• Experience with cybersecurity tools (e.g., eMASS, ACAS, ESS, SIEM, STIGs).
• Flexibility and willingness to take on unanticipated tasks.

Benefits

• Health savings account
• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Flextime
• 401(k) with 4% match
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance