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Job Title: IT Security Analyst– Security Systems & Operations

Location work will be performed: Arlington VA

This individual will be able to provide support remotely without mileage limitations. Preferred if candidate lived within driving distance of Arlington, VA office though, so they can provide in person support if needed.

: Job Title: IT Security Analyst– Security Systems & Operations

We are seeking an IT Security Analyst for Systems Security and Operations.The IT Security Office is responsible for protecting the information and assets within the OIG’s information technology infrastructure. The OIG’s information resources are sensitive assets and are critical in the performance of its mission; therefore, information security services help safeguard the information resources entrusted to the OIG.

Position Description

Manages and administers a wide range of security systems and tools:

Administers cloud-based security tools such as, Azure Security Center (Sentinel, Log Analytics, Azure WAF, Defender for Identity, Privileged Identity Manager); Microsoft 365 Security Suite (Defender, Advanced Threat Protection, Cloud Application Security, Protection Portal); Microsoft Security and Compliance Center; Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune); multi-factor authentication (MFA); web content filtering; and secure document sharing and collaboration solutions.

Responsible for primary or alternate management of all IT Security systems including patch management, upgrades, integration engineering, and reporting Executes security related operational activities

Manages security incident detection, response, remediation.

Conducts cyber threat and vulnerability analysis and remediation.

Develops security metrics and manages reporting and compliance.

Serves as Incident Response Team member.

Supports operational implementation of FISMA/NIST standards and industry best practices.

Operates cloud-based security tools such as, Azure Security Center (Sentinel, Log Analytics, Azure WAF, Defender for Identity, Privileged Identity Manager); Microsoft 365 Security Suite (Defender, Advanced Threat Protection, Cloud Application Security, Protection Portal); Microsoft Security and Compliance Center; Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune); multi-factor authentication (MFA); web content filtering; and secure document sharing and collaboration solutions.

Manages IT Security awareness training program in coordination with the Learning Management team, to including developing and delivering IT Security awareness training modules.

Manages Password Management system in coordination with Service Desk.

Responds to IT Security trouble tickets generated by customers and IT staff. Identifies solutions, works with customer and OCIO team to execute solutions, and manages ticket input, updates, and resolution in the OCIO ticketing system to maintain service level agreements.

Supports Security Operations and Engineering by providing technical solution support and expertise

Identifies security risks and recommends risk mitigation strategies.

Reviews new and existing systems to ensure baseline security requirements are met and to recommend security enhancements.

Develops security architecture and technical solutions for security products.

Collaborates with staff from OCIO and other business components to develop security controls and solutions for complex business systems and applications.

Develops and executes project plans to engineer, construct, deploy, and monitor/manage IT Security infrastructure solutions.

Demonstrates in-depth understanding of security requirements associated with cloud- hosted environments, services, and solutions.

Evaluates, recommends, and implements security controls associated with cloud-hosted environments, services, and solutions.

Evaluates, recommends, and implements security controls for mobile device solutions.

Primary Requirements:

Must be able to obtain a Position of Public Trust Clearance – US Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder), and must not have traveled outside the US for a combined total of 6 months or more in last 5 years.

Must have resided in the US for the last 5 years.

MUST have at least 7 years of specialized IT experience with at least 5 years in IT Security.

MUST have a Degree in Information Assurance, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

SANS GIAC or ISC2 certification(s) (or equivalent)

Microsoft certification(s): Azure Security Engineer Associate, Security Operation Analyst Associate, Identity and Access Administrator Associate, Information Protection Administrator Associate (desired)

Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to configure, manage, and administer cloud-based security tools such as, Azure Security Center (Sentinel, Log Analytics, Azure WAF, Defender for Identity, Privileged Identity Manager); Microsoft 365 Security Suite (Defender, Advanced Threat Protection, Cloud Application Security, Protection Portal); Microsoft Security and Compliance Center; Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune); multi-factor authentication (MFA); web content filtering; and secure document sharing and collaboration solutions.

Skill and Ability in executing Security Operations including incident detection, identification, management, response, and reporting. Must have experience in incident response and management.

Skill in making recommendations that significantly influence OIG’s information security policies or programs. Experience building policies and preparing briefings to explain security programs and requirements to senior executives.

Skill & Ability to provide expert technical advice, guidance, and recommendations to management and other technical specialists on critical information technology security issues.

Skill & Ability to assess risk factors and advise on vulnerability to attack from a variety of sources and procedures for protection of systems and applications.

Knowledge & Skill in implementing FISMA, NIST, OMB guidelines, and other Federal regulations and guidance. Experience interpreting and implementing FISMA/NIST requirements focused on the operational implementation and documentation of those requirements.

Knowledge of security controls for cloud-hosted environments, applications, and services.

Experience developing System Security Plans, Security Assessment Reports, Continuous Monitoring Plans, and Plans of Action & Milestones.

Ability to ensure coordination and collaboration on security activities.

Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with management and other technical specialists.

Ability to plan, organize and manage tasks on time with minimal supervision.