Cyber Security Senior SME / Analyst

Blue Sky Innovative Solutions is looking for Cyber Security Analysts to assist our Prince George's County Government customers in overseeing day-to-day operations as a member of the Office of Information Technology Cyber Security Division. This position requires occasional evening and weekend work, as needed.

LOCATION

• Office of Information Technology
  Administrative Services Division
  9201 Basil Court, Largo, MD 20774

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop procedures, SOPs, and protocols for cybersecurity and compliance-related issues.
• Develop and implement cyber security strategies, policies, and procedures to protect the local government's information systems and assets.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments, and security audits to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents, conduct investigations, and coordinate incident response efforts across relevant departments.
• Provide guidance and recommendations to enhance the organization's security posture.
• Stay up to date with the latest cyber security threats, trends, and technologies.
• Collaborate with IT teams and system administrators to design and implement secure network architectures, infrastructure, and applications.
• Configure, manage, and monitor security tools, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, SIEM solutions, and endpoint security platforms.
• Conduct security reviews of third-party vendors and contractors to ensure compliance with security requirements and industry best practices.
• Participate in the creation and maintenance of disaster recovery, business continuity plans, cyber incident plans, cyber COOP plans, and other NIST compliance requirements.
• As a SME expert, provide technical guidance and mentorship through CISO to team members and may serve as team lead for cybersecurity projects and incident management.
• Develop cyber security measurements.
• Advise management on cyber matters, as required.
• Assist, develop, and implement zero trust and cyber resilience programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience four (4) years, in cybersecurity operations, including experience managing a team of technical professionals.
• Extensive knowledge of cyber security principles, best practices, and industry standards.
• Experience with a wide range of security tools and technologies, such as SIEM, DLP, vulnerability scanners, and penetration testing tools.
• Experience with incident response, endpoint security, and threat intelligence.
• Familiarity with relevant regulatory requirements and frameworks (e.g., GDPR, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, PCI DSS).
• Proven ability to analyze complex problems, identify security risks, and develop effective solutions.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Must have demonstrable good judgment and integrity.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience for a bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field.

HIGHLY DESIREABLE

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GCIH, GCTI, GSOC, CEH,) are highly desirable.
  

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Must have the use of sensory skills to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public using the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office-related equipment, such as, but not limited to a personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. No significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States of America. Sponsorship will not be a part considered.
• Must successfully complete a Blue Sky and background screening.

About Blue Sky
Blue Sky Innovative Solutions (Blue Sky) assists its federal, state and local, and commercial clients with solving their toughest challenges in the areas of IT Infrastructure Support and Engineering; Application Development and Maintenance; Program and Project Management; and Management Consulting. Find out more about Blue Sky at www.bsis-llc.com. Blue Sky is an equal opportunity employer and recruits mission-oriented, proactive, skilled candidates from across the United States. As an SBA certified HUBZone small business, Blue Sky has a special interest in recruiting and hiring personnel who reside in HUBZones. To determine whether you reside in a HUBZone, visit http://map.sba.gov/hubzone/maps/ . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. •

Last updated on Sep 18, 2023