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Job ID: 3213
Join Our Mission at Space Dynamics Laboratory - Seeking an Experienced Cybersecurity Analyst/Auditor
Are you an experienced Cybersecurity Analyst or Auditor looking for an opportunity to make a real impact? The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a seasoned professional to join our Information Assurance (IA) team. In this role, you will lead auditing efforts to obtain and maintain CMMC certification, ensuring the security and compliance of our corporate information systems.
As a trusted partner in national defense and space exploration, SDL offers a dynamic, mission-driven environment where your expertise will directly contribute to critical security initiatives. If you thrive in high-stakes, team-oriented settings and have a passion for cybersecurity compliance, risk management, and audit excellence, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
Leads audit efforts to ensure compliance with CMMC and other security frameworks
Reviews and refines logged event data to maintain relevance and effectiveness
Investigates and coordinates remediation for audit logging process failures
Conducts audit record reviews and analysis at defined intervals
Serves as the information security liaison for incident reporting and investigations
Correlates log data from multiple sources (e.g., SIEM, EDR, EPP) to detect potential security threats
Configures SIEM capabilities for effective audit record reduction and analysis
Develops automated reports for logged events
Continuously monitors security controls to ensure ongoing effectiveness
Tracks, documents, and reports security incidents to relevant internal and external authorities
Participates in incident response testing to validate organizational threat detection capabilities
Required Qualifications (Must-Have Skills and Education):
Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, Information Assurance, computer science, MIS, engineering, or a related field
10+ years of relevant cybersecurity experience, with a focus on audit, compliance, and risk management
CISSP, CySA+ or equivalent "Advanced" certification from the Cybersecurity (CS) DoD 8140 Qualification Matrix
Strong knowledge of audit and compliance frameworks, including NIST SP 800-171, NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53, DFARS, and CMMC 2.0
Experience working with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools for audit logging and analysis
Familiarity with Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and Endpoint Protection Platforms (EPP)
Experience with incident response, forensic analysis, and security monitoring
Ability to correlate log data from multiple sources to identify security events and threats
Experience developing and implementing security policies, procedures, and best practices
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess security risks and recommend mitigations
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to document findings, write reports, and collaborate across teams
Must be a U.S. citizen
Must have or be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance
Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Have Skills and Experience):
Education and Certification:
Master's degree in cybersecurity, Information Assurance, computer science, MIS, engineering, or a related field
CISSP emphasis certification (ISSEP, ISSAP, ISSMP)
Cloud certifications such as CCSP or Cloud+
Experience with Compliance Frameworks and Regulations:
Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP)
ISO 27001 and other security compliance frameworks
Technical Security Expertise:
Familiarity with Threat Intelligence platforms and Indicators o f Compromise (IoCs)
Proficiency in scripting or automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) for... For full info follow application link.
EOE including Disability and Vet