Junior Cyber Defense Analyst

Position Introduction/Key Duties

Cimarron is seeking a
Junior Cyber Defense Analyst / Incident Responder
to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract at Schriever Space Force Base in the Colorado Springs, CO area.

Key Duties

• Perform Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) and Cyber Security Service Provider (CSSP) duties in accordance with Evaluator Scoring Metrics (ESM).
• Perform proactive and reactive cybersecurity operations on customer networks to strengthen enterprise-wide security posture.
• Conduct preliminary analysis, identification, and response actions to detect, characterize, and contain cyber incidents in accordance with CJCSM B.
• Perform event and incident investigations from initial detection through final reporting, including data collection, analysis, and documentation.
• Document all incident response activities while preserving evidence, artifacts, and chain of custody.
• Analyze asset, threat, and vulnerability data against known adversary techniques to determine impact and improve defensive posture.
• Support the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of DCO procedures, processes, and operational documentation.
• Use Cyber Threat Intelligence to identify indicators of compromise and recommend security enhancements.
• Monitor and assess active intrusions or incidents and report findings in accordance with CJCSM B requirements.
• Provide support to insider threat, law enforcement, and counterintelligence teams during cyber investigations.

Required/Desired Skills, Experience, And Education
Required Skills, Experience, and Education :

• Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for consideration at this time.
• Ability to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, which will include, but is not limited to, testing for marijuana use.
• This position requires access to federal facilities. Candidates must possess a valid, unexpired Real ID-compliant driver's license or state-issued identification card at the time of hire. If you are unsure whether your ID is Real ID-compliant, please check for the star symbol in the upper portion of your driver's license or state ID.
• Active Secret Clearance (or higher).
• Ability to obtain a Top Secret Clearance.
• 3 or more years of general, full-time work experience.
• 2 or more years of directly related experience in information security, physical security, and/or cybersecurity.
• Current DoD M IAT Level II Certification with Continuing Education (ex., Security + CE).
• Ability to obtain within a DoD M CSSP Analyst and Incident Responder Certification (ex., CEH, CySA+) within 6 months of start date.
• Experience with most MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio).
• Ability to multitask and prioritize various projects and assignments in a dynamic work environment in order to meet scheduled/unscheduled customer requests.
• Ability to work rotating shifts in a 24x7x365 operational environment and respond quickly to emergencies as needed.

Desired Skills, Experience, And Education

• Active Top Secret Clearance.
• Experience with security analysis and solutions in WAN/LAN environments, including routers, switches, network devices, and operating systems such as Windows and Linux.
• Experience using SOC and DCO tools such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, network security managers, forward proxies, and spam firewalls.
• Experience reviewing and analyzing security compliance scans across enterprise networks, with ACAS or Nessus preferred.
• Experience analyzing network-based and host-based threats, with ESS preferred.
• Familiarity with Security Operations Center (SOC) environments within the DoD.
• Familiarity with DCO and CSSP security policies, procedures, and governing frameworks.
• Associate degree (or higher) in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.

Business Profile
Cimarron is a global solutions company with a strategic partnering approach to satisfying customer-driven requirements. We ensure customer success with a modern approach and experienced leadership. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, Cimarron is fueled by highly skilled employees, developing new innovative technologies, and delivering superior products and services. We believe in recognizing employees' worth by offering competitive salaries and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) contributions, educational reimbursement, and much more. From company communication through Company-wide information meetings led by our President and CEO, to an Awards program designed to recognize our amazing employees and their accomplishments, you will not only feel like you are a part of a team, you will be a valued member of the Cimarron family. Cimarron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.