Principal Cybersecurity Analyst

SkyePoint Decisions is a leading Cybersecurity Architecture and Engineering, Critical Infrastructure and Operations, and Applications Development and Maintenance IT service provider headquartered in Dulles, Virginia with operations across the U.S. We provide innovative enterprise-wide solutions as well as targeted services addressing the complex challenges faced by our federal government clients. Our focus is on enabling our clients to deliver their mission most efficiently and effectively - anytime, anywhere, securely. We combine technical expertise, mission awareness, and an empowered workforce to produce meaningful results.

Join the SkyePoint team and become part of a highly skilled, professional workforce dedicated to delivering mission-critical solutions. Our exceptional technical experts provide innovative services and solutions to federal agencies, making a meaningful impact every day. At SkyePoint, we value top talent and foster an environment where your ideas and contributions truly matter. Be part of a team that values excellence and rewards innovation-your future starts here!

This is a contingent position based upon customer approval.

Skyepoint Decisions is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Analyst to support the Department of State (DOS) Diplomatic Security Cyber Mission (DSCM) program. The DSCM program encompasses technical, engineering, data analytics, cyber security, management, operational, logistical and administrative support to aid and advise DOS Cyber & Technology Security (CTS) Directorate. This includes protecting a global cyber infrastructure comprising networks, systems, information, and mobile devices all while identifying and responding to cyber risks and threats. Those supporting the DSCM program strive to leverage their expert knowledge and propose creative solutions to real-world cybersecurity challenges.

Location: Arlington, VA - This position requires 5 days on-site.

Responsibilities:

Support the Security Standards & Baselines (SSB) section within the Technology, Innovation, and Engineering (TIE) Office.
• Identify and provide solutions to enhance and/or streamline processes and automate workflow.
• Possess a strong technical background and expertise in various areas of cybersecurity.
• Promote awareness of security issues among management and ensure sound security principles are reflected
  in organizations' visions and goals.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior management.
• Possess strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities to guide the organization in making informed security decisions.
• Perform extensive research and documentation of security threat vectors.
• Provide guidance and coaching to team members.
• Create bulletins, alerts, and/or advisories related to published or developmental standards and/or security principal documents.
• Ensure that rigorous application of information security/information assurance policies, principles, and practices
  are implemented in the delivery of all IT services.
• Evaluate a wide array of existing, new, modified, and/or emerging technologies and develop recommended
  security configuration baselines documents that implement Departmental policy, technical security solutions,
  and industry best practices in alignment with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical
  Implementation Guide (STIG) as much as possible.
• Respond to various technical and policy questions from a wide range of customers/users with guidance and clarifications.
• Promote awareness of cybersecurity standards and principles among the customer stakeholders, coworkers,
  and the Department users.
• Collaborate with fellow team members and various internal and external stakeholders to share information and
  knowledge to establish and maintain a productive line of communication.
• Streamline processes to improve efficiency of Mission goals.
• Manage information and updates in SharePoint repositories.
• Keep awareness of items involving fellow team members to provide back up support and coverage as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 9 years' of relevant experience. Or, a Master's degree with a minimum of 7 years, or PHD and minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
• Possess at least one of the following certifications or be able to obtain before start date:
  • CASP+ CE, CCNA, Cyber Ops, CCNA-Security, CCNP Security, CEH, CFR, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), Cloud+, CySA+, GCED, GCIA, GCIH, GICSP OR SCYBER.
• Experience developing and executing research plans.
• Experience working with Windows Server on an enterprise level.
• Experience managing Active Directory in a multi-domain environment.
• Experience working with server/application virtualization on an enterprise.
• Great business acumen, team orientated and strong customer service skills
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must have an active Secret security clearance.
  • Must have the ability to obtain Top Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with process automation highly desired
• Technical writing skills.
• Engineering/maintaining database infrastructure including SQL and Oracle.
• Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS), Azure, Active Directory.
• Developing and managing virtualized IT systems.
• Networking technologies.
• Configuration and/or administrating enterprise mobile device deployments.
• Experience working with Red Hat Enterprise Linux servers on an enterprise level.

What We Can Offer You:

• At SkyePoint, we go B.I.G. (beginning in GRATITUDE) by recognizing all we have and giving back to our employees, families, and communities. It instills a positive mindset that permeates all we do. By beginning in gratitude, SkyePoint can continue to spread living in gratitude each day.
• Great Benefits: Several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, floating federal holiday options, and 401k matched
• Certificate Incentive Program: To promote professional development, we recognize and reward employees who obtain new certifications aligned with business needs.
• SkyePoint DoD SkillBridge Industry Partner Fellowship Program

• Flexible Work Environment

Compensation:

Salary Range: $126,000-$136,000

The SkyePoint Decisions salary range for this position is a general guideline only. It represents an estimated range for this position and is just one piece of our total compensation package.

Salary at SkyePoint is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work schedule, the candidate's combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability, market data and business considerations.

In addition to a competitive salary, SkyePoint offers benefits including a certification incentive program, PTO, floating federal holiday options, several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, Vision, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, and 401k matched.

SkyePoint Decisions is an established ISO 9001:2015 and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified small business and appraised at CMMI Level 3 for Services and Development. We possess a common vision of excellence and foster a collaborative team culture built upon individual performance and accountability. We invest in our people and systems to create value for our clients. It is the SkyePoint Way. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with exceptional people and give back to the communities we serve. Our employees value the flexibility at SkyePoint that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.

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