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Cyber Security Analyst
Summary
Title:Cyber Security Analyst
ID:C122
Location:San Diego, CA
Description

Forward Slope Inc. is an advanced technology and engineering services provider established in San Diego in 2002 serving the DoD and Enterprise customers.  We are recognized as a quality engineering firm driven by a commitment to superior technical leadership, collaborative work environments and a customer-centric culture.  We have been selected by the San Diego Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work in San Diego for multiple consecutive years.  We are seeking a fast-learning, organized and self-motivated Cyber Security Analyst to join our growing IT team and support or information security and compliance projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Plan, implement and monitor cyber security measures for protection of on-premises and cloud-based networks and information systems.
  • Monitor security dashboards and review security logs on a regular basis
  • Review, analyze and remediate network, system, and application data/telemetry, malware, and other cyber security and incident response related data on a regular basis.
  • Perform regular systems security scans, analyze results, and maintain records of such scans and analysis.
  • Review cyber security controls and ensure compliance with specific regulatory frameworks and standards such as:
    • NIST 800-171
    • CMMC
    • Risk Management Framework (RMF)
  • Test and evaluate the effectiveness of current systems, tools and plans used to protect our information systems and develop and implement plans to address any deficiencies.
  • Review and evaluate software, hardware and network tools that can enhance the overall cybersecurity posture of the organization.
  • Work with system owners and other stakeholders to manage cyber security requirements while minimizing disruption to business operations.
  • Stay up-to-date with evolving regulatory and compliance requirements as well as advances in the cyber security industry and contribute to the improvement of the cyber security program.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related scientific or technical discipline (or equivalent combination of education/experience)
  • 2+ years of direct relevant experience in Information Systems Security or Information Assurance (preferably in a DoD environment).
  • Experience in Windows and Active Directory network environments.
  • Ability to obtain a DoD SECRET security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365 and Microsoft cloud-based security tools such as Azure Sentinel and the Office 365 Security and Compliance Center.
  • Experience with SIEM / Log Analysis tools and processes.
  • Experience with Vulnerability Management and EDR tools.
  • Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, TCP/IP and other core protocols.
  • Knowledge and experience with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publications (particularly NIST 800-171).
  • Knowledge or experience with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)

Forward Slope Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disable

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