Senior Cybersecurity Analyst Job at Alaka'i Services Group Inc / Po'e Hana Group

Job Purpose

The Senior Cybersecurity Analyst oversees all cybersecurity efforts, ensuring that DPW systems comply with federal security requirements. This includes implementing security controls, managing vulnerabilities, conducting security assessments, and maintaining documentation for Authorization to Operate (ATO). The Analyst works closely with government cybersecurity personnel, responding to incidents, ensuring that all systems adhere to DoD standards, and implementing necessary updates to maintain secure operations. 0700-1600, Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays

Duties and Responsibilities

The job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Conduct comprehensive security assessments to identify vulnerabilities in systems and networks.
• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Perform regular security audits and risk assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with IT teams to design and implement security solutions.
• Investigate security incidents, conduct forensic analysis, and provide incident response support.
• Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry trends to proactively address potential risks.
• Lead and mentor junior security analysts, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Evaluate and recommend security technologies to enhance the organization's defense mechanisms.
• Participate in the development and execution of security awareness training programs for employees
• Support security planning, assessment, risk analysis, and risk management using the Risk Management Framework.
• Review and assess system security requirements and associated verification methods per RMF standards
• Providing regular status reports to management summarizing progress, challenges, metrics, and recommendations.
• Knowledge of signal quality through the use of circuit and systems from end-to-end performance tests.
• Collaborating with team members to ensure effective communication and coordination.
• Assisting in the development of new initiatives.
• Carry out special tasks at Management's direction.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, or engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in applying the NIST SP 800-37 Risk Management Framework and NIST SP 800-53 Security and Privacy Controls.
• Experience managing cybersecurity programs and developing security policies and procedures.
• Must maintain DoD Cyber Workforce (DCWF) baseline and computing environment certifications as per DoDM 8570.01 and DoDM 8140.03.
• In-depth knowledge of security frameworks, protocols, and best practices.
• Strong understanding of network security, encryption, and authentication protocols.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks

About Alaka'i Services Group Inc. / Po'e Hana Group, Inc.

Alaka'i Services Group Inc. (ASGI), a subsidiary of the Alaka'i Foundation Group Inc., is a Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-Owned Small Business serving the U.S. Department of Defense and other Federal Government Clients.

Headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii, Po'e Hana Group, Inc. (PGI) is a talent management, staffing, and administrative support services company. PGI specializes in providing HR and administrative services to the Alaka'i family of NHO companies.

PGI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants and staff in accordance with sound employee relations practices and federal and state laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, ancestry, genetic information, pregnancy status, or any other characteristic protected by law.