Job ID: 19716

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an experienced cybersecurity analyst to play a pivotal role in protecting the organization's information systems and networks from cyber threats. The selected candidate will be responsible for monitoring, detecting, investigating, analyzing, and responding to security incidents to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our data and systems. Additionally, they will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement proactive security measures, policies, and procedures.

SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA's vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense's aim to protect our nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you've heard of, and others that you haven't. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

Key Responsibilities: * Assists with developing and maintaining security documentation, including incident response plans, security policies, procedures, and guidelines * Configures and monitors security events and alerts from various sources, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, honeypots, and EDR systems * Investigates and analyzes security incidents to determine the root cause, scope, and impact, and develop appropriate response strategies * Participates in vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and security audits * Creates and maintains cyber playbooks and runbooks * Collaborates and works with various IT teams to implement security controls, patches, and configurations to mitigate risks and vulnerabilities * Stays current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies through continuous learning and research * Participates in incident response tabletop exercises * Conducts red and blue team exercises Required Qualifications: * 8 years of IT experience with a working knowledge in cybersecurity with a proven experience in cyber security operations (SOC), incident response, threat hunting, and analysis * Strong understanding of networking protocols, OSI model, operating systems, security technologies and best practices * Ability to interpret and analyze cyber tools and scanners results, and implement corresponding corrections, modifications, mitigations and enhancements * Hands-on experience with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, (EDR), deception, and vulnerability scanning tools * Ability to analyze various cyber attacks and assess the impact * Familiarity with cyber control frameworks such as NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, etc. * Willing to respond to incidents outside or regular business hours as needed * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills * Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment * Ability to work well under pressure * Must have or be able to obtain a DoD security clearance * Must be a US citizen Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field * Relevant certifications such as Security+, CEH, CASP+, CISSP, or GIAC certifications * Working knowledge of scripting (PowerShell, Python, etc.) * Understanding of both Windows and Linux operating systems * Working well under pressure (analyzing a critical incident) * Demonstrate professionalism and courtesy in all interactions * Active Security Clearance SDL Benefits: At SDL, we take pride in and highly value our employees. SDL offers competitive salaries and a fantastic benefits package, including: Flexible work schedules Generous annual, sick, and holiday paid leave A variety of... For full info follow application link.

EOE including Disability and Vet