IA Computer Security Associate 3

GovCIO is currently hiring for an IA Computer Security Associate 3.  This position will be located in Washington, D.C. and will be a hybrid position.

Designs, tests, and implements state-of-the-art secure operating systems, networks, and database products. Conducts risk assessments and provides recommendations for application design. Involved in a wide range of computer security issues including architectures, firewalls, electronic data traffic, and network access. Uses encryption technology, penetration and vulnerability analysis of various security technologies, and information technology security research. Prepares security reports for government agencies.

• Performs a wide range of computer security duties, including architectures, firewalls, electronic data traffic, and network access.
• Participates in the certification and accreditation processes; performs technical vulnerability assessments of computer security.
• Provides business continuity and disaster recovery support.
• Engages in intrusion detection and prevention; provides incident reporting and response support.
• Conducts ongoing monitoring of computer security requirements and compliance, maintains system security plans and risk mitigation plans.
• Trains clients in proper computer security measures and prevention.

Experience Requirements-

• 6 years of security intrusion detection examination experience involving a range of security technologies that product logging data; to include wide area networks host and Network IPS/IDS/HIPs traffic event review, server web log analysis, raw data logs; the ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing. Working experience with Splunk SIEM.
• At least three years of experience working at a senior level, performing analytics examination of logs and console events and creating advance queries methods in Splunk or advance Grep skills, firewall ACL review, examining Snort based IDS events, Pcaps, web server log review, in SIEM environments.

Education//Certifications-

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or related field is preferred. // Splunk Fundamentals I & II certification or Equivalent.

Hybrid:  Monday-Thursday - Onsite, Friday - Remote

• Clearance Required: Must be able to obtain a Public Trust

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Salary : $85,000 - $130,000