Cybersecurity Specialist IAT III - Advanced

Position Overview Type: Full-Time
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Travel: Yes
Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Work Authorization: U.S. Citizenship required

Summary/Objective
Five Stones Research Corporation (5SRC) is seeking energetic candidates to join our established and growing Huntsville-headquartered team.

Essential Functions

• Identify and assess cybersecurity vulnerabilities using automated scanning tools and manual methods; coordinate mitigation activities
• Manage the Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) program for Department of Defense (DoD) Information Systems, ensuring timely remediation of identified risks
• Oversee the 2-letter Incident Response Program, including drafting incident response policies and delivering annual training to organizational personnel.
• Monitor and interpret Cyber Tasking Orders (CTOs) and other cybersecurity directives from the DoD Information Network (DODIN), ensuring compliance and appropriate action
• Develop, review, and edit Statements of Work (SOWs) in support of cybersecurity and IT initiatives
• Identify customer requirements and translate them into actionable project plans, including schedule development, milestone tracking, and deadline management
• Evaluate and make informed decisions when presented with multiple technical or operational options
• Conduct quality control and assurance activities throughout the project lifecycle to ensure compliance with established standards and objectives
• Create, refine, and present executive-level briefing materials that clearly communicate complex cybersecurity issues and project status updates to senior leadership

Required Education and Experience

• Education: Master’s in STEM / Cyber-related field or equivalent from an accredited institution with 5 Years of Cyber technical experience
  • Acceptable alternative: Bachelor's Degree in other than STEM / Cyber-related field with 8 years DoD cyber technical experience and knowledge demonstrated in missile defense related or other complex, large DoD programs / projects
• IAT III Certification prior to accepting position
• Must have technical certification or 3 years’ experience with McAfee Endpoint Security, Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Splunk, and / or experience implementing network / enclave / system security toolsets with experience reviewing technical assessment reports and prioritizing technical corrective actions. Must achieve certification in required tools within 6 months of position acceptance
• Additional capabilities (not required but supportive of the MDA mission) Experience in technical review / management / assessment of Software, Cloud, Firewalls, Network Defense, Ports, Protocols, and Services Management, and / or DevSecOps

What we offer

• 401(k) Matching
• Company Events
• Dental Insurance
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Performance Incentives
• Student Loan Repayment
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vision Insurance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Salary Range: 125k - 150k

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