ARES Corporation

Cybersecurity Analyst III

ARES Corporation$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
  • Senior Cybersecurity certifications: CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, GCED, or GCIH.
  • Active DoD Clearance Required.
  • Proficient in technical services and analysis related to cybersecurity standards and practices.
  • Experience in vulnerability assessments, control development, security plan documentation, penetration testing, and Risk Management Framework (RMF).
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity tools like Nessus, Burp Suite, Nmap, and ACAS.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct threat and vulnerability assessments to analyze system security.
  • Gather and research data to inform security control assessments.
  • Perform capability maturity assessments on systems.
  • Apply critical thinking to evaluate cybersecurity gaps and develop solutions.
  • Develop implementation plans to enhance cybersecurity for complex defense systems.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan with Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
Full Job Description
ARES is seeking an experienced senior cybersecurity analyst to join our security control assessment, vulnerability assessment, software assurance, and risk assessment teams supporting our Nation's ballistic missile defense program. This individual will perform research, analysis, and data gathering activities while conducting threat, vulnerability, and capability maturity assessments. The individual will be expected to apply critical thinking, conduct gap analyses, and develop implementation plans for the improvement of cybersecurity in large, complex defense systems.

This position is an onsite role in Colorado Springs, CO (Schriever AFB), and will require an active DOD clearance.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field.
  • Senior Cybersecurity certification: CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, GCED, or GCIH
  • Active DoD Clearance Required
  • Proficient in technical services and analysis with knowledge of cybersecurity standards, principles, practices, and processes.
  • Experience supporting key cybersecurity activities including vulnerability assessments, control development, security plan documentation, penetration testing, and the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity tools such as Nessus, Burp Suite, Nmap, ACAS, and others.

ARES Benefits:

ARES offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Full time employees may participate in:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • HSA/FSA Accounts
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan
  • ESOP
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays


Our stated salary range represents a general guideline. However, ARES considers a number of factors when determining salary offers such as current market conditions, the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, and skills.

*Applications are going to be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position has been filled.

About ARES Corporation

ARES Corporation is a privately held company that provides engineering, project management, risk management, and technology solutions for clients in the aerospace and defense industries. The company was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia. ARES Corporation has worked on a variety of projects, including the development of the Orion spacecraft for NASA and the design of the Air Force's next-generation bomber. The company has also provided support for the Department of Defense and other government agencies.
Learn more about ARES Corporation
Size
1,000 employees
Market Cap
$9.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$484 million
Revenue
$1.5 billion
NASDAQ

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