Systems Security Analyst/Cyber Defense Analyst

ActioNet Inc

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Top Secret/SCI
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
IT - Support
Newport, RI (On/Off-Site)

DecisiveInstincts LLC, a joint venture of ActioNet and Akamai Intelligence LLC as an immediate opportunity for a Systems Security Analyst / Cyber Defense Analyst in Newport, RI. This position requires a Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Location: Newport, RI
Clearance Required: Top Secret/SCI

Key Responsibilities

Analyze, document, and develop integration, testing, operations, and maintenance for system security.
Utilize cyber defense tools (e.g., IDS alerts, firewalls, network traffic logs) to monitor and mitigate threats.
Apply defensive measures to identify, analyze, and report security events.
Coordinate threat and mitigation strategies across the enterprise.

Required Experience

Network & Security Operations:

Install, configure, and maintain security devices on EDU, SIPRNET, DMZ, and commercial ISP networks.
Ensure compliance with DoD security and information assurance policies.
Support unclassified and classified information security services.

Security Tools & Technologies:

Operate ACAS, McAfee HBSS, Corelight, and Cortex for threat detection and management.
Implement SOAR orchestration and SIEM event correlation & analysis.
Manage cloud security systems for DLP, email security, and threat prevention.
Perform vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and firewall administration.

Cybersecurity Expertise:

Analyze network alerts and identify causes of security incidents.
Conduct security reviews, gap analysis, and risk mitigation.
Apply knowledge of cyber threats, attack vectors, and mitigation strategies.
Understand TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, and OSI Model.
Perform packet-level analysis and collect data from cyber defense resources.
Education & Certifications

Degree Requirement:

Bachelor’s in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science (ABET-accredited or CAE-designated institution).

Certifications may be considered in lieu of a degree.

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ActioNet, Inc., headquartered in Vienna, Virginia, is a CMMI®-DEV Level 4, CMMI®-SVC Level 4, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, ISO 9001, HDI-certified, woman-owned IT Solutions Provider with strong qualifications and expertise in Cloud-based Solutions, Cyber Security and Agile Software Engineering. As a Mission-Focused, Client-Centric and Results-Driven organization, ActioNet also follows the Project Management Institute (PMI) methodology as well as Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) standards. ActioNet has outstanding financial performance, as evidenced by our “Exceeds Customer Expectations” and the highest 5A1 Financial Rating from Dun & Bradstreet, a 92 out of 100 rating from Open Ratings, the 2014 National Capital Corporate Growth Award by the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG), and Washington Technology Top 100 2013-2019. ActioNet’s human capital leadership is recognized by being designated one of the Best Workplaces for Commuters by the Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) 2013-2017 and Washington Post Top Workplaces 2014- 2019.

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Job Category
IT - Support
Clearance Level
Top Secret/SCI
Employer
ActioNet Inc