JWICS Cyber Security Analyst

Job Description

About BAE Systems

Recognized annually as a Top Workplace in Utah consecutively since 2018, employees at BAE Systems enjoy an exceptional work culture, employment stability, growth opportunities, and job satisfaction knowing they are helping to protect the country through the development of the most technological advancements in our nation’s history.

Our work culture thrives on hard work, innovation, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

About This Job

Air and Space Force Solutions, a business unit within BAE Systems, has an opening at our Hill Air Force Base, Utah location for a junior-level JWICS Cyber Security Analyst.

The selected candidate will join our Information Services team and have an important role in supporting our mission of Strategic Deterrence through continual improvement and innovation.

The position will have the following duties and responsibilities :

Responsibilities include the cybersecurity posture of the Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communications System (JWICs) and SCIF facilities.

Duties include ensuring certification and accreditation (C&A) documentation and implementation meets AFI 17-101, JSIG, and Risk Management Framework (RMF) standards for DoD Information Technology

• Validates all aspects of RMF are implemented for all assets connected, or to be added, to the local network are accepted and approved by the appropriate Designated Approving Authorities (DAAs)
• Evaluate operational readiness of communications equipment, network devices, sensors, intrusion detection and related support equipment.

Manages and performs Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) and cyber functions (DoDIN operations)

• Coordinates requirements with the responsible personnel and tracks suspense for completing required actions and reports virus problems in accordance with established procedures
• Ensures the confidentiality, integrity and availability of systems and networks by planning, analyzing, developing, and implementing information systems security programs, policies, procedures, and tools.
• Serves in a supporting role advising, posturing, preparing and auditing the organization for unit self-inspection program, compliance Inspections, and accreditations
• Coordinates with Information System Security Managers at the base and MAJCOM level to verify or clarify information pertinent to cybersecurity / Information Assurance procedures

What’s In It For You

• Competitive wages
• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Work / life balance
• Career development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition

Work Location

Hill Air Force Base, Utah

Travel

Required Education, Experience, & Skills Education and Experience Required for This Position :

• HS Diploma and 7+ years of related experience, or
• BS / BA degree with 3+ years of related experience, or
• MS / MA degree with 2+ years of related experience
• Specific training and education in Cybersecurity
• Understanding of Cybersecurity methodologies, tools, and systems
• Proven capacity to identify vulnerabilities and create impactful mitigation plans
• Comfortably working independently to manage projects and tasks to completion
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Exceptional troubleshooter with experience resolving complex technical issues

Certification Requirement

The applicant must meet DoD 8570.01-M IAM Level I or higher certification requirements upon hire date.

Clearance Requirement

The applicant must have a fully adjudicated Top Secret clearance upon hire date.

Citizenship Requirement

Pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Strong background in IT / Cybersecurity
• Experience providing world class customer service
• Ability to communicate technical concepts and issues to non-technical leaders and user

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range : $61830 - $105120

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.