Job Description
Join the Department of Defense as a Cybersecurity Analyst in Virginia Beach and protect critical national infrastructure. This full-time federal position offers competitive benefits, retirement plans, and career advancement opportunities. You'll work in a dynamic environment safeguarding classified systems while collaborating with top-tier professionals in cybersecurity.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze network traffic for security threats using SIEM tools
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on federal systems
- Develop incident response plans and execute breach mitigation protocols
- Implement NIST and FISMA compliance frameworks
- Collaborate with IT teams to strengthen network defenses
- Document security incidents and prepare detailed reports for leadership
- Stay current on emerging cyber threats and defense strategies
Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI security clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field
- 3+ years experience in network security or IT operations
- Certification in CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CEH
- Proficiency in Splunk, Wireshark, or similar security tools
- Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity policies and procedures
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills