PeopleTec

Cybersecurity Specialist Advanced (IAT III)

PeopleTec$85K — $110K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's in STEM/Cyber-related field with 5 years of technical cyber experience, or a Bachelor's with 8 years of DoD experience and a government-approved waiver.
  • IAT III Certification required prior to start.
  • Experience with A&A package through RMF using eMASS is necessary.
  • Technical certification or 3 years of experience with McAfee Endpoint Security, ACAS, Splunk, or similar security tools required within 6 months of hiring.
  • Additional experience in Software, Cloud, Firewalls, or DevSecOps adds value but is not mandatory.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement cybersecurity strategies and policies to ensure a secure environment.
  • Monitor, test, and troubleshoot information assurance problems in the enclave environment.
  • Plan and achieve enclave security-related goals based on extensive experience.
  • Possibly lead and guide other team members or IAT personnel.
  • Independently resolve complex cybersecurity problems quickly and effectively.
  • Report to government officials regarding operational requirements for cybersecurity.

Benefits

  • Flexible working hours to accommodate work-life balance.
  • Professional development opportunities including certifications.
  • Supportive team environment with potential for mentorship.
  • Access to cutting-edge cybersecurity tools and resources.
  • Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
Full Job Description
Opportunity

PeopleTec is currently seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist Advanced (IAT III) to support our Huntsville, AL location.

Serving as a recognized expert in developing strategies, policies, and programs related to cyberspace operations in the Area of Responsibility (AOR). Compiling, editing, coordinating, and updating cybersecurity strategies, policies, directives, and guidance to implement cybersecurity operational requirements within the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service. Advising senior leadership of cybersecurity challenges, issues, and opportunities for improvements. Advises supervisory personnel on matters related to analysis, audit, and remediation for the protection of Missile Defense Agency information and resources. Senior level experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) techniques, policies, and procedures. Identifies threats and vulnerabilities of computer system(s) and developing Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).

Cybersecurity Specialist is responsible for executing the following essential functions in support of contract mission.

Essential Functions:
  • Applies knowledge of Cyber policy, procedures, and workforce structure to develop, implement, and maintain a cyber-secure environment
  • Supports, monitors, tests, and troubleshoots hardware and software IA problems pertaining to the enclave environment
  • Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish enclave security related goals
  • May lead and direct the work of others and/or supervise IAT personnel
  • Works independently to solve problems quickly and completely
  • Reports to government managers for enclave operational requirements


Qualifications

Education / Experience:
  • Master's in STEM / Cyber-related field or equivalent from an accredited institution with 5 Years of Cyber technical experience
    • Acceptable alternative: Bachelor's Degree in other than STEM / Cyber-related field with 8 years DoD cyber technical experience and knowledge demonstrated in missile defense related or other complex, large DoD programs / projects (additional years of experience may replace my degree with a government-approved waiver)
  • IAT III Certification prior to accepting position
  • Must have taken an A&A package through the RMF process using eMASS
  • Must have technical certification or 3 years' experience with McAfee Endpoint Security, Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Splunk, and / or experience implementing network / enclave / system security toolsets with experience reviewing technical assessment reports and prioritizing technical corrective actions. Must achieve certification in required tools within 6 months of position acceptance
  • Additional capabilities (not required but supportive of the MDA mission) Experience in technical review / management / assessment of Software, Cloud, Firewalls, Network Defense, Ports, Protocols, and Services Management, and / or DevSecOps


Work Authorization/Security Clearance:
  • Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required.


Other Duties:
  • This job description is not intended to comprehensively list all tasks, activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for the job. Duties, responsibilities, activities, and tasks may change at any time with or without notice.


Reasonable Accommodations:
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Supervisory Responsibility:
  • There is none, but the employee may coach and mentor other employees.


Work Environment:
  • Professional office in which typical office equipment and information technology is used.


Physical Demands:
  • The physical demands described must be met to perform the essential functions of the job - able to: see, hear, and speak; repeatedly lift objects weighing up to 20 pounds; sit for extended time; use a personal computer and common peripheral devices (e.g., keyboard, mouse, displays, printer).


Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
  • Full-time, 40-hour work week, Monday-Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.


Travel:
  • Some travel is expected for this position.


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About PeopleTec

PeopleTec, Inc. is a defense contractor that provides engineering and technical services to the United States Department of Defense and other government agencies. The company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama. PeopleTec specializes in systems engineering, cybersecurity, and software development. The company has received numerous awards for its work, including the 2019 North Alabama Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics and the 2018 Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year Award. PeopleTec has a strong commitment to giving back to the community and supports a variety of charitable organizations.
Learn more about PeopleTec
Size
500 employees
Industry
Net Income
$10 million
Founded
2005
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$100 million

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