Operations Analyst

Job Description:
Fortalice Solutions has an opportunity to hire an Operations Analyst based in Arlington, VA supporting a mission critical, government-wide cybersecurity program. 
 
You will be required to develop clear, thoughtful, and actionable recommendations to improve the security of these systems and must be able to communicate these recommendations effectively through verbal and written means. 
 
Candidates should have a strong understanding of current network technologies, protocols (e.g. TCP, SMTP, DNS, SSH, etc.), and security practices. 
 
Candidates must be well versed in reviewing, analyzing, and commenting on secure network design, federal security and operational requirements (e.g., NIST SP 800-53r4, CNNSI 1253). Candidates are responsible for the implementation of solution and operations design to ensure the organization’s operational and strategic objectives are met on relevant projects. There is a small amount of travel (less than 10%) expected. 

Daily Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Support client with planning, future operations, and current operations coordination across large federal agency.
  • Serve as focal point for participation in interagency planning to ensure operations align with whole-of-government (WOG) approach to national cybersecurity. 
  • Provide operational planning and coordination support for priority organizational programs and initiatives. 
  • Support interagency cyber security working groups and other initiatives.  
  • Independently develop Concepts of Operations (CONOPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), After Action Reports (AARs), and other operational documents as assigned.
  • Provide logistics support  (e.g., setting up calls, providing readout notes, developing spreadsheets) as needed. 
  • Maintain awareness of open source cyber security-related news and reporting. 
 
Required Skills:
  • Active TS/SCI Security Clearance
  • Bachelor’s Degree in an Information Technology related field and 9-15 years of equivalent work experience OR Degree from a designated CAEIAE and 9-15 years of experience involving work directly related to information technology, cyber security, security control evaluation, and implementation on information technology, systems and programs. 
  • Ability to effectively communication technical information to non-technical audiences; influence others to comply with policies and conform to standards and best practices. 
  • Additional Key Competencies Identified for this role, include:
  • Leadership & People Management
  • Written & Oral Communication
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Project/Program Management

Desired Skills:
  • Familiarity with federal information security standards (e.g., NIST SP 800-53r4, FedRAMP) and practical experience implementing solutions that comply with these standards
  • A solid base of knowledge of information security related solutions, tools, and utilities required.
  • Security+, and/or or other cyber-related certs. 
  • Ability to pivot across different data sources to understand events, their impact, and associated risk. 
  • Knowledge and understanding of adversaries and TTPs.  
  • Experience working in a dynamic and collaborative environment, able to speak about technical topics with both non-technical and technical colleagues.
  • Broad understanding of the risks facing the technology industry, including current and emerging threats.  
  • Working knowledge of cybersecurity monitoring and incident response procedures. 
  • Working knowledge of network protocols, Internet of Things (IoT), cloud computing and their associated vulnerabilities. 
  • Strategic thinker and problem solver with excellent analytical and reporting skills.
  • Strong oral and written communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
  • General knowledge of adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures.
  • Ability to work under very little supervision and take general direction from more senior team members to successfully complete high-quality tasks in a timely manner. 
  • Willingness to attend and participate in professional conferences to stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of information systems and/or cyber security. 

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