Senior Cybersecurity Analyst (Capacity/Performance Cell)

Senior Cybersecurity Analyst

GovCIO is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Cybersecurity Analyst (Capacity/Performance Cell) to join our team in Doral, FL.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide strategic leadership in analyzing and securing information systems and their performance within the Capacity/Performance Cell, proactively identifying and mitigating potential risks, vulnerabilities, and breaches that might impact system capacity and performance
• Develop and implement comprehensive and strategic security strategies, policies, and configurations, specifically tailored to the Capacity/Performance Cell environment, ensuring compliance with stringent standards and regulations while optimizing system performance at an enterprise level
• Lead in-depth security audits, vulnerability assessments, and advanced penetration testing, focusing on systems and configurations within the Capacity/Performance Cell and their impact on capacity and performance, providing actionable insights and recommendations
• Direct the installation, configuration, and maintenance of advanced security tools and technologies, including firewalls; intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS); endpoint detection and response (EDR); security information and event management (SIEM) systems; vulnerability scanners; and data loss prevention (DLP) solutions to protect sensitive information and systems within the Capacity/Performance Cell, while strategically managing performance impact
• Lead collaborative efforts with Capacity/Performance Teams to integrate sophisticated security controls into capacity planning and performance optimization processes, ensuring seamless alignment between security and performance objectives
• Proactively monitor and analyze system logs and network traffic for security events and incidents within the Capacity/Performance Cell, leading the incident response and escalation process while considering the long-term impact on system capacity and performance
• Lead and coordinate complex incident response efforts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to contain, investigate, and recover from security incidents, minimizing downtime and performance degradation through strategic planning
• Develop and maintain comprehensive and strategic security documentation, including advanced Incident Reports, detailed risk assessments, and enterprise-level configuration guidelines, specific to the Capacity/Performance Cell
• Provide expert mentorship and guidance to Junior Analysts, fostering their professional development and contributing to team excellence
• Stay ahead of emerging cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities relevant to capacity planning, performance optimization, and system configurations, proactively developing and implementing advanced mitigation strategies
• Lead the development and implementation of sophisticated security automation tools and scripts to streamline security tasks within the Capacity/Performance Cell, optimizing efficiency and resource utilization at scale
• Provide direction and mentorship to junior staff

Qualifications

High School with 10+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• BA/BS in field necessary to assume Cybersecurity Analyst (Capacity/Performance Cell) III duties and a minimum of 9 years years of relevant Cybersecurity Analyst (Capacity/Performance Cell) III experience.
• High School and 4 years of additional experience or Associate's Degree and 2 years of additional experience may be exchanged in lieu of a required Bachelor's degree
• A candidate holding a relevant Master's degree may be granted 2 years' experience credit for that extra education. A candidate holding a relevant PhD degree may be granted 4 years' experience credit for that extra education.
• Five years of position-specific relevant experience. Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field. Strong understanding of firewall administration, incident detection, firewall architecture, and intrusion detection systems. Knowledge of risk assessment tools, technologies, and methods. Experience designing secure networks, systems, and application architectures. Knowledge of disaster recovery, computer forensic tools, technologies, and methods. Experience planning, researching, and developing security policies, standards, and procedures. DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification, CompTIA Security+, and 8570 CSSP certification.

• Clearance Required: TS/SCI

Preferred Skills and Experience

• in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field. Experience supporting DoD programs and with cloud-based technologies. Professional certification (e.g., CISSP, CISA, CISM, CEH, etc.) GIAC (e.g., GCIH, GCIA, GMON), AWS Certified SecuritySpecialty, Google Cloud Professional Cloud Security Engineer, or Azure Security Engineer Associate. ITIL Foundation certificate.
• Experience at a DoD Combatant Command (e.g., SOUTHCOM, NORTHCOM, CENTCOM, CYBERCOM, INDOPACOM, EUCOM, AFRICOM, STRATCOM, TRANSCOM, SOCOM, SPACECOM) or a component is desired.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens. But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here's what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process
  • Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
  • Camera must be on
  • A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

• During the Hiring Process
  • Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
  • Background check, to include:
    • Criminal history (past 7 years)
    • Verification of your highest level of education
    • Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees' unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $143,230.00 - USD $153,000.00 /Yr.