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Information Systems Security Analyst (ISSA) - Naval Surface Warfare Center

Dahlgren, VA, US • Posted 3 days ago • Updated 16 hours ago

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On-site

USD 90,000.00 per year

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Skills

Information Assurance
Security Controls
IPsec
Routing
GRE
Internet
Microsoft Exchange
Encryption
Algorithms
Backup
Recovery
Disaster Recovery
Access Control
Intrusion Detection
Network Protocols
TCP/IP
OSI Model
Scripting
SQL
Security Architecture
Enterprise Architecture
Penetration Testing
Computer Networking
Organizational Architecture
ISO 9000
Software Security
Usability
Server Administration
Systems Engineering
Network Security
Systems Management
System Administration
Network
Operating Systems
Hardening
Cloud Computing
SaaS
IaaS
PaaS
Cloud Security
Data Security
Payment Card Industry
Management
Leadership
Information Security
Program Management
Project Management
Resource Management
Risk Assessment
Acquisition
Information Technology
Supply Chain Management
Privacy
Risk Management
Procurement
Incident Management
Vulnerability Management
Regulatory Compliance
Documentation
Continuous Monitoring
Information Systems
DoD
Cyber Security
Security Clearance

Summary

The Information Systems Security Analyst (ISSA) provides cybersecurity and information assurance support to the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC). The ISSA is responsible for protecting Government information systems by applying cybersecurity principles, risk management processes, and technical security controls across the system life cycle. This role supports the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Navy networked systems and mission-critical environments.

Cybersecurity Expertise

The ISSA shall possess demonstrated knowledge and experience in the following cybersecurity domains:

Cybersecurity principles, threats, vulnerabilities, and risk management processes
Encryption algorithms, including but not limited to:
- Internet Protocol Security (IPSEC)
- Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)
- Generic Routing Encapsulation (GRE)
- Internet Key Exchange (IKE)
- Message Digest 5 (MD5)
- Secure Hash Algorithm (SHA)
- Triple Data Encryption Algorithm (3DES)
Data backup and recovery concepts and tools
Disaster recovery and continuity of operations planning (COOP)
Host and network access control mechanisms, including Access Control Lists (ACLs)
Incident response and handling methodologies
Intrusion detection methodologies and techniques
Network traffic analysis methods
Network protocols, including TCP/IP and the OSI model
System and application security threats and vulnerabilities, including:
- Buffer overflow
- Cross-site scripting (XSS)
- SQL injection
Security architecture concepts and enterprise architecture reference models
National and international cybersecurity laws, regulations, policies, and ethics
Awareness of current and emerging threats and threat vectors
Understanding of enterprise incident response programs, including roles and responsibilities
Penetration testing principles, tools, and techniques

Technical Proficiency

The ISSA shall demonstrate technical expertise in the following areas:

Computer networking concepts, protocols, and security methodologies
System performance and availability monitoring
System software and organizational design standards, including ISO guidelines
System life cycle management principles, including software security and usability
System and server administration and systems engineering concepts and methods
Server and client operating systems
Network security architecture concepts, including topology, protocols, and defense-in-depth strategies
Network systems management principles and tools
Basic system administration, network, and operating system hardening techniques
Cloud computing service and deployment models, including:
- Software as a Service (SaaS)
- Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
- Platform as a Service (PaaS)
Cloud security strategy and architecture
Data security standards, including protection of:
- Personally Identifiable Information (PII)
- Payment Card Information (PCI)
- Protected Health Information (PHI)

Leadership and Management

The ISSA shall demonstrate experience and knowledge in the following leadership and governance areas:

Information security program management and project management principles
Resource management principles and techniques
Risk management processes, including risk assessment and mitigation
Secure acquisitions, including:
- Contracting duties
- Secure procurement practices
- Supply chain risk management
Information technology supply chain security and risk management
Knowledge of applicable laws, statutes, Presidential Directives, and guidelines related to cybersecurity and privacy
Understanding of organizational risk tolerance and risk management approaches
Familiarity with critical IT procurement requirements

Key Responsibilities

Support the security of NSWC information systems throughout the system life cycle
Assist in identifying, assessing, and mitigating cybersecurity risks
Support incident response, vulnerability management, and security monitoring activities
Ensure compliance with applicable DoD, Navy, and Federal cybersecurity requirements
Coordinate with system owners, engineers, and Government stakeholders
Contribute to security documentation, assessments, and continuous monitoring activities

Requirements

Four (4) years of experience in Cybersecurity
Demonstrated experience supporting information systems in a DoD, Navy, or Federal environment
Experience applying cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices across enterprise IT systems

Security Clearance Requirements

Must possess an Active Secret Security Clearance.

Salary Description

90,000 - 140,000

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