• Cyber Security Specialist

    Koniag Government Services (Stennis Space Center, MS)


    Cyber Security Specialist

     

    John C. Stennis Space Center, MS, USA

     

    Req #512

     

    Tuesday, June 3, 2025

     

    Koniag IT Systems, LLC** , a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a skilled Cyber Security Specialist to support Department of Defense (DoD) contracts at Stennis Space Center, Mississippi. The ideal candidate will be responsible for protecting systems, networks, and data from cyber threats while ensuring compliance with DoD security requirements. This position requires an active Secret security clearance. This position is located at Stennis Space Center, MS. **This position requires an active Secret Clearance.

     

    We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

    Position Description:

    The Cyber Security Specialist will be responsible for implementing and maintaining security measures to protect DoD information systems and networks.

    Key responsibilities include:

    + Perform security assessments and audits of systems and networks

    + Monitor security systems and investigate security breaches

    + Implement and maintain security controls in accordance with DoD standards

    + Conduct vulnerability scanning and penetration testing

    + Respond to security incidents and provide remediation recommendations

    + Develop and maintain security documentation and procedures

    + Provide security awareness training to system users

    + Support RMF (Risk Management Framework) processes

    + Collaborate with other security professionals and stakeholders

    + Maintain security certifications and authorizations

    + Perform continuous monitoring of security controls

    + Generate security status reports and metrics

    Education and Experience:

    + Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

    + 10+ years of experience in cyber security, with at least 5 years supporting DoD contracts

    + Active Secret security clearance

    + Current Security+ certification

    Required Skills and Competencies:

    + Strong knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 security controls

    + Experience with DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)

    + Proficiency in vulnerability scanning tools (Nessus, ACAS, etc.)

    + Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF)

    + Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) tools

    + Understanding of network security protocols and technologies

    + Familiarity with DoD security policies and procedures

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

    + Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

    + Experience with security documentation and reporting

    + Knowledge of incident response procedures

    + Understanding of cloud security concepts

    + Ability to work independently and as part of a team

    Desired Skills and Competencies:

    + CISSP, CEH, or other advanced security certifications

    + Experience with classified networks and systems

    + Knowledge of DevSecOps practices

    + Familiarity with cloud security in AWS, Azure, or similar platforms

    + Experience with automated security tools and scripts

    + Knowledge of zero trust architecture

    + Experience with CMMC requirements

    + Background in threat hunting and forensics

    + Experience working in a NASA or DoD facility

    + Familiarity with NIST 800-171 compliance requirements

    + Prior experience working with classified systems at the Secret level

    + Experience working in a government facility environment

     

    Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

     

    The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation to navigate or to apply for a position on our website, please contact Heaven Wood via e-mail at [email protected] or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodation.

     

    _Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit_ _www.koniag-gs.com_ _._

     

    _Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352_

    Other details

    + Job Family IT, Cyber Security, Network Systems

    + Job Function Cyber Security Operations Analyst

    + Pay Type Salary

    + John C. Stennis Space Center, MS, USA

     

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