The Aerospace Corporation Looking for Network Security Specialist at Remote Full Time

Job type full-time remote

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The aerospace corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertiseAs the operator of a federally funded research and development center (ffrdc), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customersWhen you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovatorsJoin us and take your place in spaceAt aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselvesJob summary responsible for assisting in the operation and documentation of security technologies with a focus on cybersecurity tool administration, incident response, identity and access management, and user educationWill be a member of the information security team that is responsible for incident response, security assessments, risk mitigation programs, vulnerability scanning, identity and access management and integrating systems across the enterpriseWhat you’ll be doing

Provide tier 2/3 support for tasks, incidents, troubleshooting, and queries sent to the information security team.
Discern patterns of incidents and reports, determine proactive solutions and communicate areas of enhancement to management
Assist with the development, maintenance, or overseeing of the implementation and/or documentation of security technologies with a focus on security operations
Mature current processes and document improvements based on industry best practices
Coordinates and communicates ongoing tasks with other teams for detection, prevention, mass infection clean-up, host server updates, and customer notifications.
Ensures users understand and adhere to necessary procedures to maintain security
Complete data analysis to include incident reviews and risk assessments
Remain informed on trends and issues in the security industry, including current and emerging technologies and policies
Communicate effectively with senior management, peers, staff, and customers

What you need to be successful minimum requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems or equivalent field of study, or equivalent experience
2 or more years of relevant experience
Understanding of enterprise information security and technologies and how these technologies relate to prevention, detection, and response of threats
Data gathering, analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the us governmentU.s citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

How you can stand out it would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

Master’s degree in computer science, information systems or equivalent field of study, or equivalent experience
Experience maturing security operations center processes and work-flows
Experience operating large-scale solutions across unique enterprise infrastructures
Experience maturing pre-existing environments and transitioning them over to appropriate teams
Experience with operational systems design and development from business requirements analysis through day-to-day management
Experience with developing and implementing system security policies and requirements
Experience in incident response and threat hunting and gathering threat intelligence

Grade-based pay range (min – mid – max) $83,000 – $95,000 – $110,000 ways we reward our employees during your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefitsBenefits vary and are applicable based on job typeA few highlights include:

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) plan — employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a differenceThis core belief empowers us to do our best work at the aerospace corporationEqual opportunity commitment the aerospace corporation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employerWe believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutionsAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal lawIf you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at [email protected] You can also review the equal employment opportunity is the law and the supplement , as well as the pay transparency policy statement .

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