Security Analyst - Mid (SecCM - Mid)

IT Cyber Security ProfessionalGuidehouse is looking for an experienced professional with experience in building, controlling, and supporting the secure configurations of information systems for federal organizations. Your duties will include supporting and controlling secure configurations of over 200 information systems for a federal client with a critical and high-profile mission in accordance with NIST 800-128 guidance and applicable federal and organizational policies to enable security and facilitate the management of risk. You will use Security-Focused Configuration Management (SecCM) to build on the general concepts, processes, and activities of configuration management by attention on the implementation and maintenance of the established security requirements of the organization and systems. You will ensure information security configuration management requirements are integrated into (or complement) existing organizational configuration management processes (e.g., business functions, applications, products) and information systems. Additional SecCM duties and activities include:Identification and recording of configurations that impact the security posture of the system and the organization.The consideration of security risks in approving the initial configuration.The analysis of security implications of changes to the system configuration.Documentation of the approved/implemented changes.Qualitative and quantitative research to support work assignments for meeting the deliverable objective.Qualitative and quantitative analyses for assigned tasks.Compilation of research, findings, and other information into written formats such as white papers, reports, presentations, and other forms of technical documentationParticipation in policy development for configuration management.Configuration management planning and management.Configuration identification.Configuration management and IT security audits.What You Will Need:An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED SECRET federal security clearance.US Citizenship is contractually required.Bachelor's degree from an accredited university; OR FOUR (4) years of experience related to cybersecurity, information assurance, information technology and/or IT Technology Consulting may be used in lieu of a bachelor's degree.Minimum FOUR (4+) or more years of experience as a Security/Network Administrator or Cybersecurity professionalThe ability to obtain a DOD 8140 certification within 6 months of employment, if not already obtained.What Would Be Nice To Have:Current DOD 8140 certification such as Cloud+, CISM, Security+, CISSP-ISSEP.Broad knowledge of cybersecurity threats.Broad knowledge of information system technologies.Experience developing security policy.Experience with online research techniques.What We Offer :Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.