Aloden LLC

Job Title: Cybersecurity Analyst
Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid)
Work Schedule: Hybrid – Onsite presence required as directed

Job Summary:

The Client is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to join its Information Security Team. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the security of DHS systems and data by monitoring, detecting, investigating, and responding to cybersecurity incidents and risks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and manage cybersecurity tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, CrowdStrike EDR, DLP, and Tenable vulnerability scanners.
• Administer and optimize the CrowdStrike platform: alert triage, threat hunting, and endpoint coverage.
• Perform real-time threat detection, incident analysis, and response activities.
• Conduct system hardening, patch management, and monitoring for Windows and Linux environments.
• Participate in risk assessments, compliance reviews, and internal/external audits.
• Coordinate audit evidence collection and reporting in line with Agency and GTA policies.
• Develop, maintain, and execute incident response plans.
• Conduct internal vulnerability assessments; identify risks and recommend security improvements.
• Develop and manage POA&Ms to track remediation efforts.
• Advise on best practices for data protection, auditing, and secure systems architecture.
• Provide cybersecurity guidance to developers and IT teams during system/application planning.
• Communicate cybersecurity status and risks to senior leadership.
• Develop and deliver security awareness training and materials.
• Prepare metrics to assess InfoSec policy compliance and control effectiveness.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, threats, and compliance requirements.
• Perform other cybersecurity-related responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Assurance, or a related field from an accredited institution.

OR
Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

• Minimum of 5 years of IT experience, with at least 1 year in information security or assurance.
• Demonstrated knowledge in:
• Network, OS, database, and application security.
• NIST 800-53 framework and/or CMS MARS-E/ARC-AMPE.
• Federal and State regulatory compliance requirements.
• Security in cloud-based environments (AWS, Azure, etc.).
• Hands-on experience in:
• Linux and Windows system administration.
• Vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Tenable).
• Security event analysis and endpoint protection tools.

Preferred Certifications (Upload Required if Held):

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Additional Requirements:

• Must accept the requirement to start within 10 business days from the date of selection.
• Must accept the hybrid work model and be available to work onsite as directed.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Information Assurance, or related field (Required)
• 3+ years of experience in Information Security or Information Assurance (Required)
• 2+ years of system administration experience with Linux and Windows servers (Required)
• 2+ years of experience working in cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure) (Required)
• 2+ years of experience with NIST 800-53 and/or CMS MARS-E/ARC-AMPE frameworks (Required)
• Proven hands-on experience with security tools such as:
• SIEM (e.g., Splunk, QRadar)
• IDS/IPS
• CrowdStrike EDR
• DLP solutions
• Tenable vulnerability scanners (Required)
• Demonstrated knowledge of:
• Network, operating system, database, and application security (Required)
• Experience with implementing and ensuring compliance with Federal and State Laws (Desired)
• Possession of CISSP or CISA certification (Desired; must upload certificate if held)

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $50.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: On the road