Cyber Security Analyst I

Job Description
Air and Space Force Solutions, a business unit within BAE Systems, has an opening at our Fort Walton Beach, FL location for a Cybersecurity Analyst I.

Job Description:

• Analyzes, diagnoses, and resolves issues with security controls, defenses and countermeasures to intercept and prevent internal or external attacks or attempts to infiltrate company email, data, e-commerce and web-based systems.
• Research attempted or successful efforts to compromise systems security and designs countermeasures. Maintains hardware, software and network firewalls and encryption protocols.
• Administers security policies to control physical and virtual access to systems.
• Advanced writing skills for RMF (Risk Management Framework) creation and assessment of controls and supporting documentation.
• Update and manage documentation within appropriate systems for ATO maintenance.
• Advancement of skills for system administration and cybersecurity assurance will be supported with continued training, mentoring, and development plans designed for hybrid platforms with rigorous cybersecurity standards.

Due to the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform some work onsite because of the nature of this particular role, it will be performed as hybrid with both onsite and remote work.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• BS degree with an emphasis in Information Systems/Computer Science and 1 - 2 years experience
• Be able to secure at least a Security+ within 6 months of employment
• Ability to work well independently and collaboratively with software engineering teams
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal are required
• Must have the ability to create and maintain technical documentation using industry accepted methods.
• Must have a high level of personal motivation and initiative to learn and acquire new skills, and adapt seamlessly to an ever-changing security environment
• Must have knowledge of cybersecurity governance and auditing in software/IT environments
• Must have project experience with administering, monitoring, and troubleshooting with Linux (SUSE, RHEL, and other variants)

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Security + certification or higher
• RMF experience with EMASS preferred

Salary Min $52,080 - $88,535
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Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $52080 - $88535

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.