New Mexico Staffing is hiring: Cybersecurity Analyst in Carlsbad

Cybersecurity Analyst

Be part of the nation's only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste. Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, LLC (SIMCO), managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Cybersecurity Analyst and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Responsibilities:

• Operate, monitor, manage, and maintain hardware asset, software asset, and vulnerability management tools.
• Review vulnerability scan results, remediate vulnerabilities, and provide recommendations for timely remediation of vulnerabilities on systems within the purview of other IT teams.
• Monitor the network utilizing the security information and event management (SIEM) system, configure alerts, and implement additional monitoring capabilities as needed.
• Support the Information System Security Manager (ISSM), ISSOs, and cybersecurity specialists including the Industrial Control Systems (ICS), with implementing technical controls and enforcing IT and Cybersecurity policies and procedures and make recommendations for improving documentation and cybersecurity tools.
• Participate in certification and accreditation (C&A) and information security continuous monitoring (ISCM) activities.
• Participate as a member of the incident response team.
• Develop and maintain configuration management documentation for various cybersecurity software and systems.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or other related field, or Associate's degree with four (4) years of working experience, or High School Diploma or Equivalency with eight (8) years of working experience is required.
• Experience in at least one (1) of the following areas: knowledge of current security tools, network and IT infrastructure, hardware/software security implementation.
• Ability to read, understand, and incorporate Department of Energy Orders, Federal Regulations, FISMA, NIST, and other Federal Laws or Directives.
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

Preferred Requirements:

• DOE Contractor experience preferred.
• Experience working with DOE orders and requirements is a plus.
• Working knowledge of governmental IT requirements and IT policies/procedures.
• Experience with system information and event management (SIEM), vulnerability assessment, and penetration testing tools.
• Knowledge of operational technology and industrial control system environments.
• System administration, networking, and/or programming experience a plus.
• CISSP or other security related certifications.

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance: Coverage on date of hire
• Surgical concierge service
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)
• Relocation assistance
• Shuttle commuter service from the local areas
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program
• On-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions
• Company paid short term disability
• Company paid life insurance (1x annual salary)
• Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%
• Voluntary benefits of: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity, Long-term disability program, Health and Flexible savings accounts, Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance

Exempt grade level(s) 26-32. Minimum salary $60,673 per year of a larger salary range --the specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate's relevant experience and education.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the abilityor unable to usethe online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact (575) 234-8490 or email wipprecruiting@wipp.doe.gov for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.

Posting Duration: This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time. EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.