Cyber Security Senior (SME)

Link Solutions, Inc. delivers reliable and effective Information Technology services to government clients in support of critical mission needs. Delivering a broad range of Infrastructure Operations, Application Development, Cybersecurity, Virtualization, Cloud and Mobility services.If you’re looking for a technology company that values innovation, with a vision toward the future of the technology landscape, look no further than Link Solutions! Link is quality and compliance-focused, under our guiding philosophy “Mission First, Customer Always".We are ISO 9001:2015, ISO 20000-1:2018, ISO 27001:2013 certified and appraised for CMMI ML3 for Services and Development.Link Solutions, Inc. is seeking aCyber Security Senior SME (Subject Matter Expert)to join our team in Sierra Vista, AZ.

US Citizen

Must have TS/SCI Clearance

Non-remote(relocation incentiveavailable)

Starting Bonus Available

The Cyber Security Senior (SME)will provide information technology services and supportforthe US Army Regional Cyber Center program responsible for operating, managing, and defending the Army’s NIPRNet and Secure Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNet) CONUS portion of the GIG, and the NIPRNet and SIPRNet DoDIN-A.The candidate will provide Cyber Security services to aid the Government in securing DODIN-A information systems and networks (NIPRNet, SIPRNet) as dictated by AR 25-2, AR 380-5, and all other applicable DoD, Army, and RCC-CONUS security policies and procedures.Become an integral part of a professionally diverse team while working at an industry-leading organization, where work/life balance and employees come first. This opportunity will allow you to work on innovative projects that offer advancement and growth while helping protect our national security.Job Responsibilities:

Support the development and implementation of cybersecurity strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Advise senior leadership on emerging security threats, trends, and technologies, providing recommendations for strategic initiatives.

Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and threats to information systems.

Develop risk mitigation strategies and ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.

Support security audits, both internal and external, to validate the effectiveness of security controls.

Support incident response efforts, including preparation, detection, containment, eradication, and recovery from security incidents.

Post-incident analysis to identify root causes and implement lessons learned to prevent future incidents.

Design and implementation of secure network architectures, ensuring the integration of security controls into all IT systems and applications.

Support evaluation of security tools and technologies, such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), encryption solutions, and endpoint protection.

Collaborate with IT teams to ensure that security is embedded in the software development lifecycle (SDLC), including secure coding practices and application security testing

Support the collection, analysis, and dissemination of threat intelligence to proactively identify and mitigate potential security risks.

The operation of Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems, ensuring continuous monitoring and alerting of security events.

Remain informed about the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and attack methods, and adapt security measures accordingly.

Training and mentorship of junior security team members and promote a culture of security awareness.

Lead the day-to-day operations of the cybersecurity team, ensuring effective monitoring, analysis, and response to security events.

Assess, improve, and optimize the effectiveness of security controls, processes, and technologies to maximize protection and minimize operational disruptions.

Lead or participate in cybersecurity projects, such as system upgrades, implementations, or incident response exercises collaborating with cross-functional teams, including IT, legal, compliance, and business units.

Prepare and submit reports on cybersecurity posture, incidents, and compliance.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

US Citizenship

Must haveTS/SCI Clearance

CertifiedAuthorization Professional (CAP) certification (now the Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC) certification)

IAT Level III Certification required (CompTIA CASP+, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, GIAC, equivalent or higher).

BA/BS degree inInformation Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science,

Ten (10+) years of directly related experience.

Ability to demonstrate a complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts within the Cyber Research field and provide consultation to technical solutions over a wide range of complex difficult problems in which proposed solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organization objectives.

Familiar with DISS to validate security clearances.

Additional Certification Required: (most have one of the following)

CISM: Certified Information Security Manager

CISSO: Certified Information Systems Security Officer

FITSP-M: Federal IT Security Professional-Manager-NG

GCIA: GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst

GCSA: GIAC Cloud Security Automation

GCIH: GIAC Certified Incident Handler

GSLC: GIAC Security Leadership Certification

GICSP: Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional

CISSP: Certified Information Systems Security Professional

CISSP-ISSMP: Certified Information Systems Security Professional - Information Systems Security Management Professional

Preferred:

Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN)

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Familiar with secure and reliable connectivity of Enterprise and Cloud Systems.

Experience working in a Department of Defense (DoD) environment.

Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.

Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.

This opportunity is contingent upon successful award and contract negotiation which is currently in process.Link Solutions Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to include paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, company-paid long and short-term disability, life insurance, referral bonuses, relocation incentive program, certification reimbursement program, retirement, and more.Link Solutions, Inc.is an EOE. AA/M/F/D/V.We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.