Cybersecurity Specialist

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Specialist to join our team at Arete Associates. As a Cybersecurity Specialist, you will play a critical role in identifying and mitigating potential security threats within our environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments to identify potential security threats
• Develop and maintain vulnerability management processes and procedures
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security measures and patches to mitigate vulnerabilities
• Stay up to date on the latest security threats and vulnerabilities and make recommendations for proactive measures
• Investigate and respond to security incidents, including performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions

Requirements:

• Ability to obtain and hold a Top-Secret clearance
• Minimum of 3 years working as a System Administrator, Engineer, Network Administrator or similar role
• Proficient understanding of computer hardware configuration, software, and operating systems (primarily Microsoft Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux)
• Working knowledge of vulnerability scanning products such as Rapid7 (preferred), Qualys, or Tenable

What We Offer:

• Generous PTO and Leave Times
• Bereavement
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Financial Benefits
• 401K Retirement Plan Contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Continuing Education Funds
• Health, Medical, and Wellness Benefits
• Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Vision Reimbursement

Arete Associates is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.