ActioNet.

Systems Security Analyst\/Cyber Defense Analyst

7 days ago

PayCompetitive
LocationNewport/Rhode Island
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: oVLLvfwG

      Description

      DecisiveInstincts , LLC has an immediate opportunity for a Systems Security Analyst / Cyber Defense Analyst in Newport, RI. This position requires a Top Secret/SCI clearance.

      Immediate Opportunity: Systems Security Analyst / Cyber Defense Analyst

      Location: Newport, RI
      Clearance Required: Top Secret/SCI

      Key Responsibilities

      • Analyze, document, and develop integration, testing, operations, and maintenance for system security.
      • Utilize cyber defense tools (e.g., IDS alerts, firewalls, network traffic logs) to monitor and mitigate threats.
      • Apply defensive measures to identify, analyze, and report security events.
      • Coordinate threat and mitigation strategies across the enterprise.

      Required Experience

      Network & Security Operations:

      • Install, configure, and maintain security devices on EDU, SIPRNET, DMZ, and commercial ISP networks.
      • Ensure compliance with DoD security and information assurance policies.
      • Support unclassified and classified information security services.

      Security Tools & Technologies:

      • Operate ACAS, McAfee HBSS, Corelight , and Cortex for threat detection and management.
      • Implement SOAR orchestration and SIEM event correlation & analysis.
      • Manage cloud security systems for DLP, email security, and threat prevention.
      • Perform vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and firewall administration.

      Cybersecurity Expertise:

      • Analyze network alerts and identify causes of security incidents.
      • Conduct security reviews, gap analysis, and risk mitigation.
      • Apply knowledge of cyber threats, attack vectors, and mitigation strategies.
      • Understand TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, and OSI Model.
      • Perform packet-level analysis and collect data from cyber defense resources.

      Education & Certifications
      Degree Requirement:

      • Bachelor’s in Information Technology , Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science (ABET-accredited or CAE-designated institution).
      • Certifications may be considered in lieu of a degree.

      ************ Direct Applicants Only – No Agencies or Third-Party Recruiters ***********

  • About the company

      ActioNet is your trusted IT integrator, applying an innovative approach to supporting operational needs across the Federal Government and private sector.

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