Cybersecurity Analyst III

NV - Sparks (Prater)

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is a trusted leader in innovative, advanced technology solutions and open architecture integrations in aerospace and national security.

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We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Cybersecurity Analyst to join our team. The primary responsibility of this role is to review code for security vulnerabilities and collaborate with developers to remediate identified issues. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of secure coding practices and have experience in identifying and mitigating security risks within software applications.

As SNC's corporate team, we provide the company and its business areas with strategic direction and business support spanning executive management, finance and accounting, operations, human resources, legal, IT, information security, facilities, marketing, and communications. Learn more about SNC's Corporate team

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct thorough reviews of code to identify potential security vulnerabilities and weaknesses.
  • Collaborate with software developers to provide actionable recommendations for remediation.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of secure coding standards and best practices.
  • Continuously monitor and assess security risks within the codebase.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, tools, and technologies to ensure the highest level of code security.
  • Participate in security assessments, code audits, and penetration testing as needed.
  • Provide training and guidance to developers on secure coding practices and security awareness.
  • Document security findings and remediation efforts for future reference and compliance purposes.

Must Haves:

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related discipline and typically 5 or more years of relevant experience
  • Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education
  • Minimum 5 years of increasing levels of experience directly related to the development or analysis of code
  • Demonstrated experience with DAST, SAST, and source code analysis tools
  • Strong communication skills, including the ability to clearly express concepts in verbal and written forms
  • Team oriented with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances

Preferred:

  • Advanced degree in Cybersecurity 
  • Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense (Civilian), the US Intelligence Community, NASA/Civil or commercial space and/or US Military, with an understanding of defense, aerospace, intelligence, and adjacent markets
  • Professional cybersecurity certifications such as CASE, GWEB, or other recognized certifications

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination.  Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.

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Region: North America
Country: United States

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