Information Technology Specialist III / Cybersecurity Analyst

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

Goldbelt Nighthawk offers sound solutions in software development and both defensive and proactive cybersecurity. Nighthawk offers an integrated, holistic cybersecurity workforce that is enthusiastic, continuously learning, and progressive. The team is fully committed to implementing dynamic cybersecurity solutions that effectively address the needs of customers. Nighthawk's flexibility and expertise across the cybersecurity field provides customized solutions to our customer's unique needs.

Summary:

The Information Technology Specialist III/Cybersecurity Analyst - Incident Response is responsible for detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity threats affecting the Indian Health Service's Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS).

Essential Job Functions:

• Coordinating the installation, testing, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Windows and Cloud infrastructure hardware/software which support RPMS systems and applications.
• Maintain/troubleshoot the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of RPMS systems/applications, networks, and data through the analysis, development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of information systems security programs, policies, procedures, and tools.

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Have an interest in and have extensive knowledge of network and computer security issues
• Analyze software to discover vulnerabilities, including the ability to read and comprehend logs (extracted from GFE)
• Be able to develop and explain technical decisions
• Be able to separate fact from opinion and speculation
• Have excellent work prioritization, planning, and organizational skills
• Interact effectively with vulnerability reporters, system and network administrators, vendors, experts, Internet users, sponsors, policy makers, news reporters, managers, and staff (i.e., stakeholders in the vulnerability disclosure process)
• Be able to work with closely coordinated team during emergencies
• Have excellent analytical reasoning, and creative problem-solving skills
• Have excellent written, oral communication skills

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree is preferred; however, an associate degree or a combination of relevant education, certifications, and experience may be considered in lieu of a four-year degree.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in a Windows and Unix/Linux environment with demonstrated substantial knowledge of the following:
  • Various Internet protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, BGP, SMTP, HTTPS)
  • Computer system and Internet security issues
  • Various security technologies (e.g., encryption, firewalls, and anti-virus/anti-malware products)
  • Security auditing practices
  • Underlying of intruder techniques and software exploitation methods
  • System, database, and / or network administration
  • Operational details of multiple operating systems
  • Cryptographic principles and common cryptographic protocols
  • Anti-virus/anti-malware alerting
  • Network and vulnerability scanning technologies
  • Incident response techniques and procedures
  • The collection of incident details and supporting information
  • Isolation techniques for malicious activity
• Ability to pass a National Agency Check with Inquiry and Credit (NACIC) background investigation.

Pay and Benefits
At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.