Cyber Systems Engineer 3

www.govt.prolim.com Is hiring for federal client COMPUTER SYSTEMS SECURITY ANALYST 3

Interested candidate can share resume at alec.dsouza@prolim.com or call Senior Recruiter Alec at 214-764-6882

COMPUTER SYSTEMS SECURITY ANALYST 3

Company: Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII)

Location: Newport News, VA - Onsite

Job Type: Contract

Job ID: 841-1

Openings: 2

Start Date: September 2, 2026

Duration: 12 Months

Schedule: First Shift, 7:30 AM-4:00 PM

Hours: 40 hours/week

Security Clearance: Confidential

Experience: 5+ years

POSITION OVERVIEW

Huntington Ingalls Industries is seeking a Computer Systems Security Analyst 3 to support secure operating systems, networks, databases, and enterprise security initiatives.

The successful candidate will provide security analysis, risk assessment, project/program management support, data analysis, and leadership across internal and external stakeholders. This position requires a strong understanding of information technology security, network architecture, cybersecurity, vulnerability analysis, and operational planning.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, test, and implement secure operating systems, networks, and database solutions.
• Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments and provide recommendations for application and system designs.
• Analyze security architectures, firewalls, electronic data traffic, and network access.
• Apply encryption technologies and security controls.
• Perform penetration testing and vulnerability analysis.
• Conduct information technology security research and analysis.
• Prepare security reports and technical documentation as required.
• Analyze operational objectives, project plans, risks, budgets, and staffing requirements.
• Support labor resource management and operational scheduling.
• Analyze business and program performance data.
• Prepare regular briefings and presentations for management.
• Lead internal and external meetings with program teams, customers, stakeholders, and support organizations.
• Build effective working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Coach and mentor team members to develop organizational capabilities.
• Support project and program management activities.
• Use Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel, for data analysis and reporting.
• Identify operational risks and recommend corrective solutions.
• Maintain reliable attendance and consistently meet operational commitments.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree + 5 years of experience, OR
• Master's degree + 3 years of experience, OR
• Ph.D. + 0 years of experience.
• A relevant professional certification may substitute for a Bachelor's degree.
• Strong cybersecurity and information technology background.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of leadership.
• Ability to work effectively across organizational teams.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Ability to lead meetings and briefings.
• Ability to coach and mentor others.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Active security clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Ability to work onsite in Newport News, VA.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Project Management / Program Management experience.
• Program Office experience.
• EVM-based cost analysis.
• Labor resource management.
• Operational scheduling.
• Budget and manpower analysis.
• PMP certification.
• Six Sigma certification.
• Experience preparing management briefings.
• Experience working with customers and executive leadership.
• Experience managing operational objectives and project tasks.

PRIMARY SKILLS

Cybersecurity | Information Security | Systems Security | Network Security | Security Architecture | Risk Assessment | Vulnerability Analysis | Penetration Testing | Firewalls | Encryption | Network Access | Database Security | IT Security Research | Project Management | Program Management | Data Analysis | Microsoft Excel | Microsoft Office | EVM | Resource Management | Operational Planning | Risk Management | Leadership | Team Building | Coaching & Mentoring | Management Briefings

SECURITY & COMPLIANCE

• Security Clearance: Confidential
• Background check required
• IT Rules of Behavior / User Agreement
• Procurement Integrity Certification
• Badge Access Requirements
• Additional HII onboarding and compliance requirements

PPE REQUIREMENT

Steel-toed shoes required.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate is a senior cybersecurity/IT security professional with 5+ years of experience who combines technical security expertise with project/program management, data analysis, leadership, and strong communication skills. Candidates with defense, shipbuilding, government contracting, or program-office experience are particularly well aligned.