• NIST Cloud Based Software Solution Information…

    COOLSOFT (Atlanta, GA)


    NIST Cloud Based Software Solution Information Security Analyst

     

    (Jobs in Atlanta

     

    Requirement id 153406

     

    Job title Analyst

     

    Job location in Atlanta, GA

     

    Skills required Bachelors Degree In An IT Related Field, Bachelor Degree In Computer Science, NIST, Cloud Based Software Solution Informatio

     

    Open Date 13-May-2025

     

    Close Date

     

    Job type Contract

     

    Duration 12 Months

     

    Compensation DOE

     

    Status requirement ---

     

    Job interview type ---

     

    Email Recruiter:coolsoft

     

    Job Description Analyst: Bachelors Degree In An IT Related Field, Bachelor Degree In Computer Science, NIST, Cloud Based Software Solution Informatio

     

    Start date : 06/16/2025

     

    End Date : 06/30/2026

     

    Submission deadline : 05/16/2025

     

    Client Info : DHS

    Note:

    * Agency Interview Type : Web Cam Interview Only

    * Hybrid

    Description :

    *REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS MUST BE UPLOADED*

     

    The Office of Information Technology is the office within DHS that provides computing, applications management, IT procurement, network and telecommunications services to all DHS divisions and offices.

    Responsibilities

    Proven experience in cybersecurity operations with hands-on expertise in monitoring and managing multiple security tools, including vulnerability scanning platforms such as Tenable (Nessus, Tenable.sc, or Tenable.io).

     

    Continuously monitor security tools and systems (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, CrowdStrike EDR, DLP, Tenable vulnerability scanners) to detect, investigate, and respond to potential threats in real time.

     

    Maintain and oversee the CrowdStrike platform, ensuring proper configuration, alert triage, threat hunting, and endpoint coverage across the organization.

     

    Analyze data/information from one or multiple sources to conduct preparation of the environment, respond to requests for information, and submit intelligence collection and production requirements in support of planning and operations.

     

    Interact at multiple levels of the organization to establish and maintain a strong and adaptive security posture that aligns with organizational risk tolerance, information access requirements, business strategies, and compliance requirements.

     

    Integrate overarching security frameworks across multiple, complex disciplines in support of the business needs of the Agency to provide customer-focused technology solutions in a secure, cost-effective, and efficient manner.

     

    Strong knowledge of system administration, including configuration, hardening, patch management, and monitoring of Windows and Linux servers

     

    Coordinate and oversee the production of evidence to support internal and external audits.

    Conduct internal risk, vulnerability, and compliance assessments to:

    Identify risks, vulnerabilities, and compliance shortcomings; and recommend/develop security measures, policies, and controls for risk/vulnerability mitigation and remediation of compliance findings.

     

    Prepare and/or update incident response plans and perform incident response activities as directed and in accordance with established Agency procedures and guidelines and those of the Georgia Technology Authority (GTA).

     

    Ensure periodic monitoring of audit logs occurs in accordance with requirements, and report findings and concerns for further analysis and/or action, including breach notification and initiation of incident response, in accordance with Agency protocols/procedures and CISO direction/guidance.

     

    Work with developers to plan, implement, manage, and coordinate appropriate security measures for information systems/applications that control access to data, and prevent unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure of information in accordance with federal, state, local, and agency requirements, policies, and directives.

     

    Prepare and/or update Plan of Actions & Milestones (POA&M) that identify security weaknesses and establish milestones and compensating controls for remediating these weaknesses and tracking the progress and effectiveness of the remediation.

     

    Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), advising on current best practice and strategies for the protection, auditing, and monitoring of data, data storage, and transmission paths.

     

    Work with business owners, IT managers, staff, and vendors to provide timely and efficient coordination of information assurance/security services to meet Agency needs.

     

    Prepare and communicate status of Agency info

     

    Call502-379-4456 Ext 100for more details. Please provide Requirement id: 153406 while calling.