Cybersecurity Specialist Cambridge, MA Job at Morse Corp. in Cambridge

MORSE Corp is an employee owned, small business based in Cambridge, MA, Arlington, VA, and Seattle, WA with a history of fielding cutting-edge technology. MORSE seeks a dual-hatted Security Professional to join our team in Cambridge, MA. This role blends cybersecurity/IT functions with physical security and personnel security to secure MORSE office locations and protect sensitive information and systems. The position offers opportunities to grow in a dynamic environment with cross-functional learning. Primary Responsibilities Utilize Splunk, QRadar, and/or Graylog to audit information systems for security compliance and integrity. Employ Nessus to scan for vulnerabilities across Linux, Windows, and Cisco systems, and collaborate with the System Administrator to remediate identified vulnerabilities. Research open vulnerabilities and other technical items to assess risk and recommend mitigation strategies. Interface with government representatives on behalf of the organization to ensure compliance and address security concerns. Perform basic patching on isolated information systems to maintain security and functionality. Conduct assured file transfers for program personnel, ensuring secure transmission of sensitive data. Assist the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) in maintaining and creating all authorization and assessment documentation. Secondary Responsibilities Submit visit requests and foreign travel in DISS, and investigation requests in NBIS. Administer the security education, training, and awareness program for assigned employees. Coordinate with local guard response companies and be on call to respond to the facility’s intrusion alarm activations. Assist on a team maintaining security accreditations and approvals necessary to keep the facility operational to meet mission requirements. Assist the Facility Security Officer (FSO) with understanding contracts, SOWs, and DD254s to determine security requirements. Provide day-to-day administration and oversight of classified activities, develop local policy, and perform self-inspections. Provide prime/subcontractor security support and direction including development and maintenance of DD254s, security guidance, and classified holdings. Develop and revise security plans, procedures, instructions, and educational material. Provide classification guidance to program personnel, conduct security briefings, and investigate security incidents. Provide other security services including Personnel Security, Physical Security, Communications Security (COMSEC), and Visitor Control. Requirements Willing to maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with CI Polygraph. Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Criminal Justice, or equivalent. 2+ years working in a professional environment. Familiar with IT systems including Linux and Windows. Holds Security+ certification or willing to obtain Security+ within 6 months of starting. Experience working with and safeguarding sensitive information, such as CUI, classified data, or PII. Ability to manage time, make sound decisions, take independent action, analyze problems, and provide focused solutions. Holds an active US security clearance. The MORSE team values a collaborative, long-term work environment and offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more information, visit morsecorp.com. Equal Employment Opportunity As set forth in MORSE Corp’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr