Lead Information Security Analyst - JANUS Research Group

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Candidates must have an active Secret clearance and verify, before applying, that you meet the minimum requirements of the position.

JANUS Research Group is looking for an Information Security Analyst in support of the NAWCAD WOLF IC2&IS division to perform tasks in support of assigned Distance Learning and Knowledge Management related technologies and systems.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as a lead for the team responsible for IA posture of networks and systems and support system certification and accreditation.
• Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer network/systems and information.
• Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure.
• Provide analysis, integration, testing, and maintenance of network/systems. Lead the development of system IA documentation to support certification of compliance to applicable standards.

Required Education and Experience:

• BS degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science, from an ABET accredited or CAE designated institution
• Of the seven years of required experience, at least five years of the experience must be in all phases of IA and cybersecurity support of DoD Component Enterprise- wide IT systems. Additionally, at least five years of experience must include practical computer security experience in secure network and system design, analysis, procedure/test generation, test execution, and implementation of computer/network security mechanisms. These aforementioned years of required experience may be conducted concurrently.
• Active Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Systems Manager (CISM) or GIAC Cloud Security Automation (GCSA) or GIAC Cloud Security Essentials (GCLD) or Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP) required.

JANUS strives to provide opportunities for career growth through training and development. We also offer an attractive comprehensive benefit package to include health and welfare plans and financial products. As part of a total rewards program, employees can benefit from our referral bonus program, and other various employee awards. JANUS Research Group takes pride in our benefit package and rewards program which has earned us the certification of a Great Place to Work™

JANUS Research Group provides reasonable accommodation so that qualified applicants with a disability may participate in the selection process. Please advise us of any accommodations you request to express interest in a position by e-mailing: Alisha Pollard, Director of Human Resources at alisha.pollard@janusresearch.com or calling (706) 364-9100. Please state your request for assistance in your message. Only reasonable accommodation requests related to applying for a specific position within JANUS Research Group will be reviewed at the e-mail address and phone number supplied. Thank you for considering a career with JANUS Research Group.

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JANUS Research Group is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer. It is company policy to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment practice without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, citizenship, or disability.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.