Job Description

Job Description

BAE Systems, one of the world’s largest defense contractors, is seeking a highly experienced Cyber Analyst to join our team at our chemical manufacturing facility in Radford, VA. As a Principal Cyber Analyst, you will be responsible for operating network security tools on Operational Technologies, (OT) network, providing timely reporting and remediation of identified threats, and ensuring the security of our operations. Additionally, you will play a key role in developing and maintaining cybersecurity policies, procedures, and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

As a Principal Cyber Analyst, you will:

• Assess, configure, and operate network security tools to detect and respond to threats in a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment
• Provide Computer Network Defense (CND) of the Operations/Controls network, ensuring compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012, NIST SP 800-171, NIST SP 800-82, and NIST SP 800-53
• Collaborate with cybersecurity professionals to analyze security events, develop incident response plans, and implement mitigation recommendations
• Deliver technical security expertise in the operations and maintenance of an Operations CND system
• Develop, maintain, and update documentation for cybersecurity policies, procedures, and standards
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and implement cybersecurity policies and procedures

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor's Degree in a Computer Engineering or related discipline with 6+ years’ relevant experience in Cyber Assurance, Cyber Engineering, Cyber Analysis, Threat Hunting, or Forensic Analysis or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience implementing system security requirements and controls in accordance with DFARS 252.204-7012, NIST SP 800-171, NIST SP 800-82, and NIST SP 800-53
• Demonstrated experience tracking logs and analytics for cyber security in a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment - please clearly list this experience on your resume or cover letter
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal skills
• One of the following must be held:
  • EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
  • CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
  • CompTIA Security +
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate-Security (CCNA-Security)
  • CompTIA Network +
  • ISA/IEC Cybersecurity Expert

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting

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.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Preferred Skills and Education

• SOC experience with enterprise audit aggregation, logging, and analysis tools (e.g., Cisco CyberVision, Security Onion, Tenable OT, Splunk)
• Applying working knowledge and practical experience of Risk Management Framework or NIST Cybersecurity Framework
• Manufacturing/Industry OT Network experience 
• Windows/Linux Administration or Group Policy/PAM experience #LI-Onsite #LI-JR1

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent experience