Job DescriptionMSTS is seeking an experienced candidate for Senior Cyber Security Analyst - Security Engineering. The Senior Cyber Security Analyst will play a critical role in safeguarding company infrastructure from cyber threats and attacks. The position is responsible for designing, implementing, managing, and enhancing security measures to protect sensitive data, networks, systems, and applications.
ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities- Support the ISSM (Information System Security Manager) and ISSOs (Information System Security Officer) with the execution of their assigned duties.
- Contribute to an overall productive and respectful working relationships with Cybersecurity staff, other divisions, and other customers.
- Maintain a strong understanding of NIST security standards and the ability to apply NIST-defined measures to harden information infrastructure. Review cybersecurity threat information and assist with mitigating identified vulnerabilities.
- Conduct cybersecurity policy compliance tasks including discovering unauthorized devices, conducting site surveys for non-compliance, and ensuring network access requirements are met.
- Perform Security Test and Evaluations of information systems in support of a security plan.
- Review information system plans for classified and unclassified systems.
- Complete certification and accreditation of information systems on classified and unclassified systems and networks, assists with the completion and mitigation of security testing and evaluations results.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, deploy, and maintain security controls, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint protection, encryption, and multi-factor authentication solutions.
- Design networks and systems with a security focus, ensuring systems are developed in accordance with federal law, customer requirements, certification and accreditation requirements, and industry best practices.
- Review purchase requests for technology items and provide input to senior level Cyber Security staff regarding the risk associated with purchases.
- Review current Cyber Security threat information and assist the Threat Evaluation Team with mitigating vulnerabilities identified.
- Assist with data calls, Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) reporting, compliance scanning and reporting, continuous monitoring and compiling reports for auditors.
- Perform other duties assigned by Management.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree or equivalent training and experience in a computer-related field and at least 5 years of related experience.
- Strong knowledge of network security principles, protocols, and technologies (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, SSL/TLS).
- Hands-on experience with security tools and technologies, such as SAML, OAUTH, SIEM, IDS/IPS, DLP, WAF, EDR, and vulnerability management systems.
- Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) from a security perspective.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Strong commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and staying current with evolving cyber threats and security technologies.
- The primary work location will be at the Losee Road facility in North Las Vegas, Nevada.
- Work schedule for this position will be 4/10's, Monday - Thursday (subject to change).
- Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
Annual salary range for this position is:
$97,219.20 - $145,828.80.Starting salary is determined based on the position market value, the individual candidate education and experience and internal equity.
