Location: Knoxville, Tennessee
Title: Cyber Analyst II
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: Yes (0-25%)
Clearance: Ability to Obtain

For over 25 years, North Wind Group (North Wind) and its subsidiary companies have been influencing the future of, and aiming to be the nationwide small business leader in, the engineering, environmental, construction, IT/cyber, facility operations, and professional service industries. North Wind allows its employees to develop creative and practical solutions to complex problems, while accomplishing its mission of delivering quality results safely, on time, and on budget, for every project. Our mission is accomplished through forward-thinking, advanced technology services, and our cultivation of a diverse and inclusive workplace.

North Wind recognizes our biggest asset is our employees. Our success is a direct result of the hard work, skills, expertise, and unique perspectives and talents that each of our employees bring to North Wind. We are looking for exceptionally talented, motivated, and dynamic individuals to join the North Wind team - not only to support our mission but be an integral part of our continued success.

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Cyber Security Analyst II is responsible for providing technical cyber security expertise as a member of a team supporting the North Wind Group at various projects and corporate sites. The CSA will participate in daily security operations to help create, implement and maintain a comprehensive cyber security program in an operational environment. This position performs a range of work activities including plans, schedules, and monitors own work, travel to corporate sites, oversee and assess internal corporate and project cyber security status.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee and assess the implementation of Cyber Security controls to ensure confidentiality, integrity and availability of systems, networks and applications in accordance with contractual requirements, NIST guidance, industry best practices, and government policy.
• Monitor government guidance, orders and Program Cyber Security Program Plan for Cyber Security changes.
• Assist in Cyber Security compliance reviews and assessments.
• Ensure IT computer and network security are in proper working order and security policies and procedures are being followed.
• Remain informed on trends and issues in the information security industry, including
  current and emerging technologies and prices; advise, counsel, and educate executive
  and management teams on their relative importance and financial impact.
• Define policies for the administration of all computer security systems and their corresponding or associated software, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, patch management, and anti-virus software.
• Manage and perform information security incident response and investigation activities
  as needed or requested over information security incidents and/or breaches.
• Research, evaluate, propose and implement technical solutions to enhance risk-based decision making.
• Provide updates and reports to the CISO of project status and cyber related risks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Associates in Information Technology, or other relevant discipline required
• 5+ years' experience in IT/Cyber Security
• Functional understanding of IT system components such as TCP/IP, network and host-based intrusion detection and prevention, vulnerability scanning, operating systems including Windows and Unix, routers, switches, and database management systems

Skills and Abilities:

• Must be a self-starter
• Must be able to work well with others as a team member
• Demonstrated technical writing skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Excellent analytical and problem resolution skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to acquire new knowledge and learn new skills
• In depth experience and knowledge of enterprise IT concerns and technologies, including but not limited to: VPNs, network security, encryption, authentication, application-level network protocols, PKI, IPSec, Firewall, SSH, SSL, DES, IDS, wireless, Windows security/administration, LANIWAN, and TCP/IP.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology related discipline preferred
• Experience in the Information Technology (IT), Computer Security field, with experience implementing cyber security solutions in diverse operating environments preferred
• Information security or other similar technical certifications are highly desirable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands or fingers to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Office setting. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.