Cybersecurity Threat/Warnings Analyst - Planned Systems International, Inc.

Advanced Technologies and Laboratories (ATL), a Planned Systems International (PSI) company, is seeking a highly skilled and analytical Cybersecurity Threat/Warnings Analyst to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will develop unique cyber indicators to maintain constant awareness of the status of the highly dynamic operating environment. This is a hybrid role at the U.S. DOE Pantex Plant in Panhandle, Texas, and involves the collection, processing, analysis, and dissemination of cyber warning assessments.

Key Responsibilities:
● Develop and maintain unique cyber indicators to ensure constant situational awareness
● Collect and process cybersecurity intelligence
● Analyze and disseminate cyber warning assessments
● Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities
● Contribute to the security posture of the organization by identifying potential threats
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
● Comprehensive understanding of computer networking, security methodologies, and cyber-attack stages
● Proficiency in laws, regulations, policies, and ethics related to cybersecurity and privacy
● Expertise in identifying and analyzing cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and intrusion sets
● Familiarity with SCADA systems, host-based security products, and network security basics
● Ability to conduct non-attributable research and utilize deep web resources
● Skilled in preparing and presenting briefings and writing intelligence/assessment products
● Ability to source data accurately and articulate intelligence requirements effectively
● Capability to utilize multiple intelligence sources across all disciplines
● Knowledge of the common networking and routing protocols (e.g. TCP/IP), services (e.g., web, mail, DNS), and how they interact to provide network communications
● Knowledge of website types, administration, functions, and content management system (CMS)
● Knowledge of wireless technologies (e.g., cellular, satellite, GSM) to include the basic structure, architecture, and design of modern wireless communications systems
● Identify threats to Blue Force vulnerabilities

● Report intelligence-derived significant network events and intrusions
● Skill in identifying critical target elements, to include critical target elements for the cyber domain
● Skill in providing understanding of target or threat systems through the identification and link analysis of physical, functional, or behavioral relationships
● Ability to accurately and completely source all data used in intelligence, assessment and/or planning products

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should submit their resume. Please indicate the level for which you are applying in your application.  

Due to the nature of the work, you must be a U.S. Citizen and have an active Q clearance.

Education/Experience Levels:
● Level 1:
○ PhD in a technical field with limited experience
○ Master's degree in a technical field with 2-5 years of related experience
○ Bachelor's degree in a technical field with 5-10 years of related experience
○ Associate's degree in a technical field with 10-15 years of related experience
○ Demonstrated in-depth knowledge and skills in a technical specialty required
● Level 2:
○ PhD in a technical field with 2-5 years of related experience
○ Master's degree in a technical field with 5-10 years of related experience
○ Bachelor's degree in a technical field with 10-15 years of related experience
○ Associate's degree in a technical field with 15-20 years of related experience
○ Recognized as an expert in their field with demonstrated in-depth knowledge and skills in a technical specialty
● Level 3:
○ PhD in a technical field with 5+ years of related experience
○ Master's degree in a technical field with 10+ years of related experience
○ Bachelor's degree in a technical field with 15+ years of related experience
○ Associate's degree in a technical field with 20+ years of related experience
○ Recognized as an expert in their field with demonstrated in-depth knowledge and skills in a technical specialty
○ This level is limited to a small population

PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources by emailing HRDepartment@plan-sys.com, or by dialing 703-575-8400.