IT Security Analyst

## IT Security Analyst Apply locations:
US-PA-Cheswick (EMD) time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR12697

We are looking for an
** IT Security Analyst
** to join our Pittsburgh (Cheswick) location.
** Your Responsibilities:
** The IT Security Analyst is responsible for supporting the operational security posture for Curtiss-Wright (CW) Information Systems (IS). The IT Security Analyst assists the IT Security Manager in meeting duties and responsibilities related to compliance with internal and external Information Assurance (IA) requirements and standards such as: NIST 800-171, NISPOM, RMF, NIST 800-53 and CMMC.
*** This position is 100% onsite
**** Salary: $59,700 - $86,300  per year
*** Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.
*** We Take Care of Our People:
** Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture
** Your Challenge:
*** Maintain situational awareness of current security posture of CW IS and apply guidance where needed
* Provide incident response readiness and support across several IS platforms of various mission impact
* Assist the IT Security team with managing governance, risk and compliance by monitoring system activity and access controls, reviewing and updating policies, performing and updating risk assessments, and driving resolution of Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) items
* Perform continuous monitoring and vulnerability management activities such as IS event analysis and vulnerability identification, reporting, and resolution
* Evaluate IS change requests and provide professional guidance to the Configuration Control Board
* Participate in the architecture of new IS implementation solutions that meet the needs of the business
* Assist the IT Security team with supporting third-party auditors from various federal and non-federal organizations
* Perform secure data transfer agent activities when required
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* What you Bring:

*** Due to DoD requirements, candidates must be US citizens
* Must be able to obtain and maintain DOD security clearance
* Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity or related field and at least 2 years of experience OR 6 years of experience in lieu of a degree
* Strong communication skills, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
* Ability to prioritize tasks and efforts
* Ability to analyze risks, review risk mitigations, and determine residual risk
* Ability to work within a team environment and convey knowledge and skill to other members of the team in support of information security efforts
* Ability to maintain information security certifications commensurate with applicable requirements (e.g. CompTIA Security+, SANS GIAC or ISC^2 CISSP)
* Knowledge of the NIST 800-171 and/or NIST 800-53 security control implementation guidance
* Experience with maintaining and operating information system security and vulnerability scanning software (e.g. Trellix ePolicy Orchestrator and Endpoint Security, Trellix Enterprise Security Manager, Tenable.sc, Trellix Data Loss Prevention, etc.) is preferred
* Experience with DOD Risk Management Framework and the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) is a plus
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* Who we are:

** Our Values  Environmental, Social and GovernanceEMD a business unit of Curtiss-Wright in Cheswick, PA designs, manufactures, tests, and provides after-market support for the most advanced, proven and reliable critical function pumps, motors, generators, seals, control rod drive mechanisms and power conditioning electronics available anywhere in the world today. Curtiss-Wright EMD has a long-standing and distinguished reputation for the design, development, manufacture, and qualification of critical-function machining solutions for the United States Navy and the…