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​​Tier 1 VAT Analyst ​

AT Leidos
Leidos

​​Tier 1 VAT Analyst ​

Ashburn, VA

Description

Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Security Operations Center (SOC) is a US Government program responsible to prevent, identify, contain and eradicate cyber threats to CBP networks through monitoring, intrusion detection and protective security services to CBP information systems including local area networks/wide area networks (LAN/WAN), commercial Internet connection, public facing websites, wireless, mobile/cellular, cloud, security devices, servers and workstations. The CBP SOC is responsible for the overall security of CBP Enterprise-wide information systems, and collects, investigates, and reports any suspected and confirmed security violations.

The VAT Analyst will be assisting with the Enterprise Information System Vulnerability Management (ISVM) compliance validation, execute Vulnerability Scans and will conduct vulnerability assessments of IT systems. Perform research on current vulnerabilities, support Incident Response and SOC functions as related to vulnerabilities. Will be responsible for authoring security advisories.

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Basic Qualifications:

  • Expertise and experience conducting assessments and vulnerability scans against web, database, operating system, wifi and network devices using DHS CDM vulnerability scanning tool suites.


  • Experience customizing and maintaining scan polices, scan schedules, inventories, zones, and repositories on scanning tools.


  • Experience providing formal and adhoc reports on security vulnerabilities.


  • Experience reviewing scan results to ensure accurate findings.


  • Experience with the vulnerability assessment component of DHS Audits and FISMA security authorization, and on-going authorization activities.


  • Detailed oriented, strong problem solving abilities with an analytic and qualitative eye for reasoning under pressure.


  • Self-starter with the ability to independently prioritize and complete multiple tasks with little to no supervision.


  • Strong written, oral and presentation communication skills.


  • Expertise with DHS CDM tools, specifically vulnerability scanning tools suite.


  • Tenable Security Center, Appdetective, WebInspect and Burp Suite.


  • Experience with Tenable Security Center, AppDetective, WebInspect, Axonius, and Splunk.


  • Experience with Configuration compliance and Security Technical Implementation Guides.


  • Ability to script in one more of the following computer languages Python, Bash, Visual Basic or Powershell .

Degree requirements:

  • BS degree Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or related field and 1-3 years of prior relevant experience. Relevant experience is within one of the following areas, security technical assessments or supporting vulnerability scanning/management program.
  • Additional years of experience and certifications may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Certifications: One or more of the following certifications:

CEH, LPT, ECSA, ENSA, CNDA, ECSS, ECSP, ECES, CISSP, CCSP, SEI, OSEE, ISWP, OSCE, OSCP, CCNA Security, GPEN, GWAPT, GCIH, GAWN, GMOB, GYPC, GXPN

Clearance: Must have an active Secret Clearance.

In addition to the specific clearance requirement, all personnel supporting CBP must have a current background investigation (BI) or obtain a favorable BI before joining the program. A Secret Clearance is required with the ability to obtain a Top Secret SCI. In addition to specific security clearance requirements all CBP SOC employees are required to successfully complete a CBP Background Investigation to support this program

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prior FISMA Audit/Technical assessment experience
  • Prior Pentesting experience within DOD, DHS or US Federal Civilian agency

Original Posting Date:

2024-12-11
While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $67,600.00 - $122,200.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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Client-provided location(s): Ashburn, VA, USA
Job ID: Leidos-R-00149760
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program