Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). Our MISSION is to help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by providing high-hazard experimentation and incident response capabilities through operations, engineering, education, field, and integration services and by acting as environmental stewards to the Site’s Cold War legacy. Our VISION is to be the user site of choice for large-scale, high-hazard, national security experimentation, with premier facilities and capabilities below ground, on the ground, and in the air. (See NNSS.gov for our unique capabilities.) Our 2,750+ professional, craft, and support employees are called upon to innovate, collaborate, and deliver on some of the more difficult nuclear security challenges facing the world today. In this environment, the best ideas need to be voiced and every opinion matters. As such, MSTS places great value on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and is committed to a diverse and equitable workforce, with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, and perspectives.

MSTS offers our full-time employees highly competitive salaries and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision; both a pension and a 401k; paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays; relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location); tuition assistance and reimbursement; and more.
MSTS is a limited liability company consisting of Honeywell International Inc. (Honeywell), Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (Jacobs), and HII Nuclear Inc.

The Global Mission Communications Program Division (GMCPD), Emergency Communications Network (ECN) Cyber Security Department is seeking a high performing individual to join our team as a Senior Cyber Security Analyst. This position is located at the Remote Sensing Laboratory, Nellis (RSLN) on Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada.

Key Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain secure systems and networks, including servers, routers, switches, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and other security devices in accordance with federal law, customer requirements, assessment and authorization requirements, and industry best practices.
Install, configure, troubleshoot and maintain security infrastructure software and hardware.
Identify, define and document system security requirements and recommend solutions to management.
Develop, execute and track the performance of security measures to protect information and network infrastructure and computer systems.
Provide technical expertise and guidance to IT and network engineering teams to ensure that security controls are effectively implemented and maintained.
Perform Security Test and Evaluations of information systems in support of a security plan.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that security requirements are incorporated into system and network design, development, and implementation processes.
Stay updated on the latest security threats, technologies, and industry trends, and provide recommendations for improving security posture.
Advise stakeholders on vulnerability compliance.
Participate as a member of the Threat Evaluation Team by recommending threat and vulnerability remediation strategies and assist with implementation.
Recommend, implement, manage, and maintain new and existing security tools.
Provide Cyber Security guidance and support throughout the IT system lifecycle.
Collaborate with outside Cyber Security interests such as Counterintelligence, other DOE sites, US-CERT, and law enforcement.
Assist in researching, compiling, and analyzing technical data.
Assist with data calls, compiling reports for auditors, and FISMA reporting.
Assist the ISSM and ISSOs with the execution of their assigned duties.
Contribute to an overall productive and respectful work environment by providing excellent customer service and working in a positive, collegial manner at all times.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training and experience in a computer-related field and at least 5 years of related experience.
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of basic principles, theories, standards, practices, protocols, and procedures used in Cyber Security. Understand the Windows operating system and command line tools, network protocols, and TCP/IP fundamentals.
Knowledge of network-based services and client/server applications, familiarity with intrusion detection systems, familiarity with network architecture and security infrastructure placement.
Ability to use network scanning and vulnerability tools and interpret the results.
Ability to review and validate remediation efforts of vulnerability scan results.
Knowledge of packet inspection, IDS/IPS, firewall policies, creation of custom host-based and perimeter IDS/IPS signatures.
Knowledge of Windows Active Directory and how to configure GPO settings and various information assurance tools.
Understanding of encryption technologies, identity and authentication technologies.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to multitask as required between responsibilities.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, sufficient to communicate with co-workers, customers, testify, write clear and concise reports, gather information, and collect information.
Knowledge of Cyber Security vulnerabilities, mitigation strategies, network architecture, and how to apply security controls.
Ability to articulate highly technical processes and information to a non-technical audience.
Preferred additional qualifications
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
- GIAC Certified Windows Security Administrator (GCWN)
- GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED)
- GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA)
Travel is required as part of an installation or restoration team when directed and participate as a deployed member of the National Emergency Response Groups when required.
The primary work location will be based at the Remote Sensing Laboratory at Nellis Air Force Base, Las Vegas, NV (RSL-N).
Work schedule for this position will either be 4/10’s, 9/80, or 5/8’s (per management discretion). Must be willing to perform on-call duty and ensure availability to work non-standard hours.
Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.

MSTS is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants offered employment with MSTS are also subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment. In addition, Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship, at least 18 years of age. Reference DOE Order 472.2, “Personnel Security”. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.

Department of Energy Q Clearance (position will be cleared to this level). Reviews and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR Part 707.4, “Workplace Substance Abuse Programs at DOE Sites,” will be conducted. Applicant selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation, required to participate in subsequent reinvestigations, and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. Successful completion of a counterintelligence evaluation, which may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination, may also be required. Reference 10 CFR Part 709, “Counterintelligence Evaluation Program.”

MSTS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. MSTS is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

Annual salary range for this position is $92,892.80 - $139,339.20.

Starting salary is determined based on the position market value, the individual candidate education and experience and internal equity.

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