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Space Dynamics Laboratory Cybersecurity Analyst in North Logan, Utah
Job ID: 19716
The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an experienced cybersecurity analyst to play a pivotal role in protecting the organization's information systems and networks from cyber threats. The selected candidate will be responsible for monitoring, detecting, investigating, analyzing, and responding to security incidents to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our data and systems. Additionally, they will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement proactive security measures, policies, and procedures.
SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA's vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense's aim to protect our nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you've heard of, and others that you haven't. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.
Key Responsibilities:
Assists with developing and maintaining security documentation, including incident response plans, security policies, procedures, and guidelines
Configures and monitors security events and alerts from various sources, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, honeypots, and EDR systems
Investigates and analyzes security incidents to determine the root cause, scope, and impact, and develop appropriate response strategies
Participates in vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and security audits
Creates and maintains cyber playbooks and runbooks
Collaborates and works with various IT teams to implement security controls, patches, and configurations to mitigate risks and vulnerabilities
Stays current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies through continuous learning and research
Participates in incident response tabletop exercises
Conducts red and blue team exercises
Required Qualifications:
8 years of IT experience with a working knowledge in cybersecurity with a p roven experience in cyber security operations (SOC), incident response, threat hunting, and analysis
Strong understanding of networking protocols, OSI model, operating systems, security technologies and best practices
Ability to interpret and analyze cyber tools and scanners results, and implement corresponding corrections, modifications, mitigations and enhancements
Hands-on experience with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, (EDR), deception, and vulnerability scanning tools
Ability to analyze various cyber attacks and assess the impact
Familiarity with cyber control frameworks such as NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, etc.
Willing to respond to incidents outside or regular business hours as needed
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work well under pressure
Must have or be able to obtain a DoD security clearance
Must be a US citizen
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
Relevant certifications such as Security+, CEH, CASP+, CISSP, or GIAC certifications
Working knowledge of scripting (PowerShell, Python, etc.)
Understanding of both Windows and Linux operating systems
Working well under pressure (analyzing a critical incident)
Demonstrate professionalism and courtesy in all interactions
Active Security Clearance
SDL Benefits:
At SDL, we take pride in and highly value our employees. SDL offers competitive salaries and a fantastic benefits package, including:
Flexible work schedules
Generous annual, sick, and holiday paid leave
A variety of inexpensive-premium, high-quality health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
Generous employer retirement contribution (Up to 14.2% of annual gross earnings)
Discounted USU tuition of 50% for employees and dependents
Access to USU facilities and USU staff privileges
For questions or assistance with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.
EOE including Disability and Vet
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