IT Security Analyst

VSP - IT Security Analyst 4 (760300)

Richmond, VA | In person Interview

Document and address organization's information security, cybersecurity architecture, and systems security engineering requirements throughout the acquisition life cycle.

3 days - on site - 2 days – remote

Skills

Required / Desired

NIST 800-53 rev 5 and/or Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) specifications for an information security management system.

Required

Software development lifecycle, vulnerability management processes, role-based authentication methodologies, etc.

Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, C , C#, SQL, HTML, CSS, and/or COBOL.

Expertise in using automated vulnerability scanners like Nessus, Qualys, Retina, and/or Tenable.

Familiarity with web application security testing tools like Burp Suite, Fortify, and/or AppScan.

Basic scripting skills (e.g. WDL, VBScript, JavaScript, PowerShell, Python) for automation

IT security or risk assessment certifications are advantageous (CISM, CCSP, CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Pentest and/or CompTIA Security )

Required

5

Years

Analyze the security impact of application, configuration, and infrastructure changes to ensurecompliance with the security standard as part of the change management lifecycle.

·Assess the configurations of applications, servers, and network devices for compliancewith the security standard.

·Analyze and document how the implementation ofa new system or new interfaces between systems impacts the security posture ofthe current environment.

·Assess and document the security impact andrisks of newly discovered vulnerabilities in the environment.

·Coordinate resolution of application andinfrastructure security vulnerabilities with System Owners, IT, and vendors.Track resolution of vulnerabilities and provide regular updates to management.

·Coordinate resolution of endpoint security vulnerabilities with users and provide regular updates to management.

• Respond to, and investigate, security incidents and provide thorough post-event analyses.
• Perform internal application penetration testing, document findings, and recommend improvements to improve the organization’s security posture.
• Complete annual password security audits and coordinate completion of agency wide user access audits in compliance with the security standard.

·Determine the protection needs (i.e., securitycontrols) for the information system(s) and network(s) and documentappropriately.

• Create and maintain desk procedures and process documentation for all responsibilities.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $65.00 - $70.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65 - $70