Cybersecurity Specialist-Advanced/IAT III

COLSA Corporation

Colorado Springs, CO

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$120,000–$130,000
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Computer Security, Computer Systems, Corrective Action, Customer Support/Service, Cyberspace, Endpoint Security, Establish Priorities, Government Reporting, Hardware Quality Assurance, Internet Security, Knowledge Base, Leadership, McAfee Product Family, Network Security, Operations Management, People Management, Policy Development, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Risk Management Framework (RMF), Secret Clearance, Security Clearance, Security Monitoring, Software Administration, Splunk, Strategic Planning, Technical Analysis, Technical Presentation
LOCATION
Colorado Springs, CO
POSTED
30+ days ago

This is a full-time temporary position with employment expected to last approximately through September 2026.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential Functions):

  • Applies knowledge of Cyber policy, procedures, and workforce structure to develop, implement, and maintain a cyber-secure environment
  • Supports, monitors, tests, and troubleshoots hardware and software IA problems pertaining to the enclave environment
  • Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish enclave security related goals
  • May lead and direct the work of others and / or supervise IAT personnel
  • Works independently to solve problems quickly and completely; Reports to government managers for enclave operational requirements
  • Serves as a recognized expert in developing strategies, policies, and programs related to cyberspace operations in the Area of Responsibility (AOR)
  • Compiles, edits, coordinates, and updates cybersecurity strategies, policies, directives, and guidance to implement cybersecurity operational requirements within the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service
  • Advises senior leadership of cybersecurity challenges, issues, and opportunities for improvements
  • Advises supervisory personnel on matters related to analysis, audit, and remediation for the protection of Missile Defense Agency information and resources
  • Senior level experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) techniques, policies, and procedures
  • Identifies threats and vulnerabilities of computer system(s) and developing Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)

 

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits https://www.colsa.com/culture_benefits/ 



Required Skills


Required Experience
  • Bachelors Degree (or higher) in STEM/Cyber related field
  • Minimum of 10 plus years of work-related experience
  • Must have current IAT III (or better) certification
  • Must have a technical certification or 5 years experience with McAfee Endpoint Security, Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Splunk and/or experience implementing network/enclave/system security toolsets with experience reviewing technical assessment reports and prioritizing technical corrective actions.
  • Must achieve certification in required tools within 6 months of hire date
  • Strong knowledge base preferred in the areas of: real-time security situational awareness, operational network systems, and security monitoring
  • Ability to clearly present and communicate technical approaches and finding
  • Active SECRET security clearance. U.S Citizenship required.

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

About the Company

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COLSA Corporation