Cyber Security Analyst III with Security Clearance

Overview Abacus Technology is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to provide technical support for the AFCENT Network Operations and Security Center (NOSC) at Shaw AFB. This is a full-time position. Responsibilities
* Analyze network intrusion detection systems and conduct vulnerability assessments.

* Develop methods to detect and prevent intrusive activities utilizing knowledge.
* Assist in developing countermeasures to isolate, contain and prevent intrusive actives and secure.
* Install, configure, maintain, and manage the AFCENT/USCENTCOM security devices to include but is not limited to IDS/IPS, ESS/HBSS, and forensic tools.

* Assist in development and documentation of sensor process and checklists.
* Analyze network firewall and computer network server (DNS, proxy, domain controller, file server, Active Directory) logs.
* Develop methods to identify contain, log, and analyze intrusive activities and security vulnerabilities on AFCENT networks.
* Conduct network security monitoring and intrusion detection analysis using the AFCENT/USCENTCOM selected security tools to include but is not limited to IDS/IPS, firewall, proxy, router, Fidelis, Trellix, and Log Rhythm logs.
* Write and develop custom scripts as needed to perform tasks relate to all Cybersecurity toolsets, such as custom parsers and responses.

* Provide LAN/WAN support. Qualifications 5+ years experience in cyber security. Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Additional years of experience may be substituted for degree requirements. Must be CISSP certified. Must be Network+ or CCNA certified. Must hold the ITIL Foundations certification or be able to obtain the certification within 60 days of hire. Must have firewall experience. Able to define baseline security requirements in accordance with applicable guidelines.

Must possess experience and demonstrate an understanding with installation of Microsoft Windows Server in Host and Compute Environments, and Windows Server using server images.

Experience with implementation of storage solutions, high availability, Domain Name Systems (DNS), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), network connectivity and remote access solutions, core and distributed network solutions, advance network infrastructure, and maintain and monitor server environments. Strong analytical and communication skills. Must be a team player able to work professionally and collaboratively with the government customer and other contract members of the project team.

Must be able to provide support in a 24/7/365 environment including occasionally covering shifts outside of the assigned shift and/or providing after hours, weekend, or holiday support as needed on a rotational basis. Must be able to travel to CONUS sites to provide TDY support. Must be a US citizen and hold a current Top Secret clearance with SCI access (TS/SCI).

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled