Vulnerability Assessment Analyst

Amyx is seeking to hire a Vulnerability Assessment Analyst-Intermediate to support our Cybersecurity Division in the Chantilly, VA. area.

This individual will perform assessments of systems and networks within the NE or enclave and identifies where those systems/networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy. Measures effectiveness of defense-in-depth architecture against known vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities

Analyze organization's cyber defense policies and configurations and evaluate compliance with regulations and organizational directives.

Conduct and/or support authorized penetration testing on enterprise network assets.

Maintain deployable cyber defense audit toolkit (e.g., specialized cyber defense software and hardware) to support cyber defense audit missions.

Maintain knowledge of applicable cyber defense policies, regulations, and compliance documents specifically related to cyber defense auditing.

Prepare audit reports that identify technical and procedural findings, and provide recommended remediation strategies/solutions.

Conduct required reviews as appropriate within environment (e.g., Technical Surveillance, Countermeasure Reviews [TSCM], TEMPEST countermeasure reviews).

Perform technical (evaluation of technology) and nontechnical (evaluation of people and operations) risk and vulnerability assessments of relevant technology focus areas (e.g., local computing environment, network and infrastructure, enclave boundary, supporting infrastructure, and applications).

Make recommendations regarding the selection of cost-effective security controls to mitigate risk (e.g., protection of information, systems and processes).

Must have the ability to communicate accurate information

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor degree or higher from an accredited college or university (Recommend an accredited Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or Computer Engineering degree; or a degree in a Mathematics or Engineering field.)

Clearance:

TS/SCI is required to begin working on the program

Must be able to obtain a CI Polygraph

8140 Certification: Sec+ or equivalent/higher

Benefits include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans (PPO & HSA options available)

Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with matching contributions

Roth

Qualified Transportation Expense with matching contributions

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment

Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance

Wellness Program

PTO

11 Holidays

Professional Development Reimbursement

Please contact with any questions!

Amyx is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Amyx is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

Physical DemandsEmployee needs to be able to sit at a workstation for extended periods; use hand(s) to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Most positions require ability to work on desktop or laptop computer for extended periods of time reading, reviewing/analyzing information, and providing recommendations, summaries and/or reports in written format. Must be able to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing. Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

Full Time