Cyber Security Analyst

Location: Huntsville, AL 

Required Clearance: TS-SCI

Desired Certifications: CISSP, CISM, or GIAC 

Position Description:

PingWind is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to join our team. The Cybersecurity Analyst will be responsible for ensuring the integrity and security of the supply chain, as well as evaluating risks to the supply chain. The Cyber Security Analyst will be looked upon to formally classify vulnerabilities, perform risk analysis on vulnerabilities for prioritization, provide risk rating for identified vulnerabilities considering Army mission impact, and provide formal mitigation recommendations for addressing vulnerabilities that may have strategic implications on TSMO’s mission.

Responsibilities: 

• Assess system and component criticality, map supply chains, identify critical suppliers, assess supply chain threats and vulnerabilities, conduct risk identification and mitigation, and monitor mitigation effectiveness throughout the acquisition lifecycle. 

• Continuously monitor the supply chain for new or imposed risks, threats, and vulnerabilities. Maintain awareness of emerging threats and best practices related to supply chain risk management (SCRM).

• Support efforts adjacent to Supply Chain Risk Management, including program protection planning, anti-tamper planning, diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortages planning, obsolescence planning and management, and cybersecurity impacts.

• Analyze and interpret cyber threat intelligence with a focus on threats impacting the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). Identify potential risks and vulnerabilities affecting defense contractors and their supply chains.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in cybersecurity or a related IT security role.

• Strong communication skills to effectively present findings to stakeholders, including technical and non-technical audiences.

• Robust problem solving skills with the ability to analyze complex data.

• Must have a TOP SECRET security clearance with ability to upgrade to TS/SCI. 

• On-site presence with the customer at Redstone Arsenal is a must. 

• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time to both CONUS and OCONUS locations.

Desired Qualifications

• CISSP, CISM, or GIAC certifications.

About PingWind

PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with offices in Northern Virginia and Huntsville AL.

Our benefits include:

Paid Federal Holidays

Robust Health & Dental Insurance Options

401k with matching

Paid vacation and sick leave

Continuing education assistance

Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program through Sun Life Financial EAP Guidance Resources

Veterans are encouraged to apply

PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.