Cybersecurity Network Defense Analyst

Description

Job Description:

Leidos is currently seeking a Cyber Security Defense Analyst in support of the AFINC II contract for the highly visible 26th Network Operations Squadron (26 NOS) at Maxwell Air force Base-Gunter Annex, Alabama, which provides a world-wide support mission. The 26 NOS is responsible for the intranet support of the entire Air Force network. The mission of the 26 NOS is to operate and defend the Air Force (AF) Enterprise computer network consisting of the AF Wide Area Network (WAN) routers, AF Network Increment 1 (AFNET Inc 1) Gateways, and the 26 NOS Local Area Network (LAN) assets.

The Cyber Security Defense Analyst (Also known as a Boundary Defender) manages the Air Force AFINC Boundary Protection devices to include IDS/IPS, Firewalls, VPNS, malicious code response across the Air Force Enterprise.

Primary Responsibilities

• Performs basic enterprise systems security operations to ensure 100% effective AFINC security status across the enterprise. 

• Some experience working with one of the following network security systems:  CISCO (CCNA Security), Blue Coat BCCPA, InfoVista IVCA,  HP ATP ArcSight Security V1, HP ASE-ArcSight Logger V1, IBM Tivoli Netcool/OMNIbus V7.4, Red Seal Security Expert, Cisco Stealthwatch Advanced Tuning (SWAT)

• Performs analytics on boundary protection systems to protect system assets from compromise, data loss, and other requirements.

• Some experience in DOD boundary protection and CSSP operations. 

• Supports the response and mitigation of risks and malicious code, classified incidents, CTO orders, etc.

• Perform work within the defined SLAs

• Work closely with other support and development teams

• Create and update documentation where required

• Work independently and as a team member

• Support on-call rotation schedule

• Cross train capabilities with other team members

Basic Qualifications

• BS and 1-2 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with some prior relevant experience

• Strong verbal and written communications skills

• Must have an active Secret Clearance

• IAT (DoD 8570) certifications: Security+ CE, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP

• Primary certification:  CISCO CCNA Security or Palo Alto Certified Network Administrator

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional Certification, one or more of the following:  Blue Coat BCCPA, InfoVista IVCA,  HP ATP ArcSight Security V1, HP ASE-ArcSight Logger V1, IBM Tivoli Netcool/OMNIbus V7.4, Red Seal Security Expert, Cisco Stealthwatch Advanced Tuning (SWAT)

Pay Range:

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About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500® technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company’s 44,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $13.7 billion for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

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