Cyber Security Engineer

Nexagen Network takes pride in its standing as an outstanding company, providing exceptional perks and ample opportunities for career growth. We're pleased to announce that Nexagen has secured a long-term contract, leading to an immediate opening for Cyber Security Engineers
Job Location Requirement: Picatinny Arsenal and Some Remote – First 2 Months on-site then Hybrid
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related technical field
Must have excellent communication skills, be a rapid learner, and have the capability to work autonomously, but also possess the courage to ask for help if it is needed.
Job Description:
Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection.
of computer networks and information.
Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies.
May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard.
digital files and vital electronic infrastructure.
May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.
Project specific: participates in security event monitoring and correlation within a tiered Security Operations Center.
Proven experience and ability to leverage CND analyst toolsets to detect and respond to IT security incidents.
Conducts research and document threats and their behavior to include monitoring external CSIRTS/CERTs. Assist in providing.
recommendations to threat mitigation strategies. Employ effective web, email, and telephonic communications to clearly manage security incident response procedures. Perform routine event reporting over time including trend reporting and analysis. Experience required in security or network technology (Unix/Windows OS, Cisco/Juniper Routing-Switching)
Implementation or Administration role. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of TCP-IP protocol implementations for all common network services in addition to demonstrated capability to perform network packet analysis and anomaly detection. Professionally certified, within a CND discipline, as Technical Level as defined by DODI 8570 is a requirement.
Desired qualifications:
Accreditation management experience under the Risk Management Framework,
Plan of Action and Milestone Management experience,
eMASS experience / training
familiar with and/or history with applying DISA STIG/SRGs.
Team lead responsibilities, capability in briefing management and/or leadership