Information Security Analyst

Location: Tampa, FloridaRequired Clearance: TS-SCICertifications: CEH or GSEC or Security+ requiredRequired Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or another related field. Experience can be used in lieu of education requirementRequired Experience: Eight+ (8+) years’ experience and a bachelor’s degree for Senior positions and five+ (5+) years’ experience plus bachelor’s degree for Journeyman positions. All experience must be IT related, but preference is to those skills in the field you are applying for. Experience can be substituted for some/all of the education requirement
Position Description
PingWind/Exeter is looking for qualified candidates to fil the role in support of CENTCOM J6 at Mac Dill AFB FL. This person will Support monitoring of all Information Assurance Devices (IADs) to identify and document all intrusions and attempted intrusions. Populates and maintains an intrusions database, and provides data analysis support; analyzes data from sensors, network security devices, and applications using the security information event management systems, log servers, application interfaces, and device consoles provided. Documents evidence of system security compromise, generates trend reports, and collects evidence of malicious or anomalous activity. Reports security incidents and/or network intrusions to Incident Handlers for dissemination to appropriate points of contact. Identifies anomalous and malicious activity. Contributes to content creation, and prioritize, rank, and escalate incidents. Assist in producing status reports and briefs to senior leadership; provide analysis for correlated information sources.
Primary Responsibilities
Typical Responsibilities/Tasks:· Daily upkeep of IAD equipment· Document practices, results of scans and other admin functions as needed· Provide data analysis· Generate reports as the result of scans/operations performed· Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders for the smooth functioning of the enterprise data system· Help develop and maintain data management and governance standards, policies, and best practices, including metadata management, data quality management, master data management, data lineage, and other related areas.· Identify anomalous and malicious activity on the Enterprise and report findings up the chain· May participate in incident investigations as required· Be able to work closely with coworkers, lead teams, and brief government leadership
Required Qualifications
· TS-SCI· Eight+ (8+) years’ experience and a bachelor’s degree for Senior positions and five+ (5+) years’ experience plus bachelor’s degree for Journeyman positions. All experience must be IT related, but preferred in the field you are applying for. Experience can be substituted for some/all of the education requirement· Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or another related field. Experience can be used in lieu of education requirement· CEH or GSEC or Security+ required
Desired Qualifications
· Prior CENTCOM/SOCOM experience a plus
About PingWind
PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is a VA CVE certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with offices in Washington DC and Northern Virginia.
Our benefits include:Paid Federal HolidaysRobust Health & Dental Insurance Options401k with matchingPaid vacation and sick leaveContinuing education assistanceShort Term / Long Term Disability & Life InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program through Sun Life Financial EAP Guidance Resources
Veterans are encouraged to apply
PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.