Computer Systems Security Analyst Job Description

Computer Systems Security Analyst Job Description

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Computer Systems Security Analyst Duties & Responsibilities

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Sample responsibilities for this position include:

Manage all Risk Management Framework activities IAW ICD 503/JSIG/DoD
Prepare all related RMF documentation
Manage the remediation/mitigation of security violations to determine if the Network Environment (NE) has been breached, assess the impact, and preserve evidence
Support and validate all IA related functions including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, assistance, and/or training, in response to agency requirements for the NE
Provide oversight and guidance of IT/IA personnel performing system analysis looking for patterns of non-compliance
Provide oversight and guidance ensuring systems are properly configured, optimized, and tested ensuring all policy and technical requirement are met
Manage all IA related processes and procedures in the develop of and implementation of access control lists on routers, firewalls, and other network devices
Design, manage and provide continuous monitoring of all defensive systems including intrusion detection systems, firewalls, grid sensors, , and enhance rule sets to block sources of malicious traffic
Provide oversight and guidance of IA personnel implementing applicable patching oversight and validation of all security related updates including IAVAs, IAVBs, and TAs for their NE
Support Security Test and Evaluations (Part of RMF Process

Computer Systems Security Analyst Qualifications

Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.

Licensing or Certifications for Computer Systems Security Analyst

List any licenses or certifications required by the position: CISSP, IAM, II, CISA, IA, III, DOD8570, FISMA, IAT, CDS

Education for Computer Systems Security Analyst

Typically a job would require a certain level of education.

Employers hiring for the computer systems security analyst job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Technical, Science, Information Technology, Information Systems Security, Education, Engineering, Technology, Mathematics

Skills for Computer Systems Security Analyst

Desired skills for computer systems security analyst include:

IT environment
Mission
VA culture
Designing
Maintaining and implementing network devices on a large scale enterprise
Upgrading
Public health environment
ICD-503
JSIG
NSA 3-16 and CNNSI manuals

Desired experience for computer systems security analyst includes:

Perform IS related support functions including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, assistance, and/or training, in response to Customer requirements for the NE
Bachelor's degree in science with 5 years of relevant work experience
Bachelor's or master's degree with a technical emphasis on
IAM Level-1 Certification (CAP, GSLC or Security + CE or must obtain within 6 months of hire
Current Full Scope polygraph
Current active Secret Clearance required to start

Computer Systems Security Analyst Examples

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Computer Systems Security Analyst Job Description

Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of computer systems security analyst. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for computer systems security analyst
  • Assess that applicable patches including IAVAs, IAVBs, and TAs have been applied for their NE
  • Weekly Information Systems Security Audits – Collect and review audit logs/reports, evaluate for any errors in the collected logs, identify any security threats that occurred during the week, document the review, report to management if any anomalies were discovered
  • Security Configuration Management - Evaluate all inbound and outbound hardware to their respective restricted security boundaries
  • Security Account Administration - Internal NGC customers will routinely request general user and privileged user accounts for various information system environments
  • Continuous Security Monitoring / Self Inspections - The employee will have to learn unique security software
  • Secure system assets in accordance with DoD directives and other mandated guidance
  • Review alerts and logs from multiple IT security systems
  • Prepare monthly Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) for review
  • Conduct monthly user audits on IT systems
  • Update site security plans
Qualifications for computer systems security analyst
  • CISSP or equivalent security certification required
  • Bachelor's degree in one of the qualifying fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics with a minimum of 5 years of experience performing Information Systems Security duties
  • Bachelor's degree in science with 5 years of relevant experience
  • Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 9 years of experience performing Information Systems Security duties
  • Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 2 years experience performing Information Systems Security duties
  • Active DoD 8570 IAM I Certification
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Computer Systems Security Analyst Job Description

Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking for a computer systems security analyst. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for computer systems security analyst
  • Conduct monthly reviews of security directives
  • Perform system security scans and resolve any issues
  • Create and maintain system security related documentation including procedures, policies, plans
  • Work closely with systems administrators to resolve security related issues
  • Apply advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts to contribute to the development of new principles and concepts
  • Work under consultative direction toward predetermined long-range goals and objectives
  • Analyzes and defines Information Assurance security requirements for Multiple Security Levels (MSL) systems and non-MSL systems
  • Designs, develops, engineers, and implements solutions to MSL and non-MSL requirements
  • Performs security duties as defined in Department of Defense (DoD) Directive 8570.01-M
  • Become knowledgeable on the CDM technical requirements for SSA’s CDM program
Qualifications for computer systems security analyst
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree with a technical emphasis
  • Active DoD 8570 IAM II/III Certification
  • Bachelor's degree and 9 years of experience performing Information Systems Security duties
  • Bachelor’s degree in science and 9 years of relevant experience
  • Bachelor's degree in one of the qualifying fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics
  • DoD 8570 IAM Level I Certification (CAP, GSLC, or Security+ CE)
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Computer Systems Security Analyst Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of computer systems security analyst. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for computer systems security analyst
  • May be required to prepare status and security reports to customers and to regulatory agencies
  • Integration of data feeds (logs) into Splunk
  • Extensive experience preparing, reviewing, and revising relevant artifacts (SSP, CTP, SCTM, Security CONOP, Security Architecture, Privileged Users Guide, POA&M, RAR)
  • Articulates and advocates security considerations in collaborative meetings, formal reviews
  • Analyzes patterns of non-compliance and takes appropriate administrative or programmatic actions to minimize security risks and insider threats
  • Knowledge of windows security / group policy and Cisco networking equipment
Qualifications for computer systems security analyst
  • 1 - 4 years of experience performing Information Systems Security or Industrial Security duties
  • Current active Top Secret or Secret Clearance with Periodic Reinvestigations within the last 5 years
  • DoD 8570 IAM I Certification
  • Associate's degree of science
  • DoD 8570 IAM I Certification (Security+ CE, CAP, or GSLC)
  • Bachelor’s degree in science and 5 years of relevant experience or 3 years of relevant experience with a master's degree
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Computer Systems Security Analyst Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is looking for a computer systems security analyst. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for computer systems security analyst
  • Develop or update the Business Continuity and Contingency Plan for the component
  • Development of Systems Security Users Guides specific to selected networks, desktop computers, servers and data base systems
  • Design, development, and validation of System Test and Evaluation (ST&E) reviews for new and/or legacy systems
  • 5 or more years’ experience with Federal System Security Authorization processes / methodologies
  • Industry certifications including CCNA-Security, Security+ CE, SSCP, CISSP, SANS GIAC Certifications, and NSA’s IAM/IEM
  • Demonstrated experience with process development / improvement activities and/or formal project management
Qualifications for computer systems security analyst
  • 9 years of relevant IT experience with a Bachelor's Degree OR 7 years of relevant IT experience with a Master's Degree OR 13 years of relevant IT experience and a High School Diploma
  • 5 years of experience with computer systems analysis
  • Experience in both programming and systems analysis and working with databases, object-oriented programming languages, client-server applications development, multimedia, and Internet technology
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) - maintained and current
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) - maintained and current
  • Must possess a TS/SCI/SAP clearance
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Computer Systems Security Analyst Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of computer systems security analyst. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for computer systems security analyst
  • Track investigations in Help Desk systems including Remedy and Service Now
  • Utilization of Splunk ES SIEM to respond to incidents detected on the VA network
  • Generating trouble tickets and performing initial validation and triage to determine whether incidents are security events
  • Complete investigations in to identified cyber events and hand over as appropriate
  • Develop and maintain Incident Response procedures and Security SOPs
  • Communicate effectively to all customers and stakeholders
  • Work with other contract teams to effectively respond to cyber incidents
  • Providing technical support for new detection capabilities, recommendations to improve upon existing tools/capabilities to protect the network and High Value Assets
Qualifications for computer systems security analyst
  • Knowledge of / experience with VOIP systems / solutions
  • Security policy development and process implementation experience in Federal agencies – DHA / DoD / MHS preferred
  • Government / DHA experience
  • International experience, especially in a health-related field
  • Existing or previous US DoD or Public Trust security clearance
  • BS Degree and a minimum of 14 years of prior relevant experience on a large, complex, visible program

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