P/T Cybersecurity Specialist

About Company

Founded in 2015, Global Air Logistics and Training, Inc. (GALT Aerospace) a rapid innovator, solving the world's critical security challenges to enable warriors to win...decisively. GALT Aerospace subscribes to Col John Boyd's tenet "Wars are won by people, ideas and equipment, IN THAT ORDER." Warfighters need tools (equipment) that are flexible. GALT Aerospace will always satisfy the warfighter with such tools. GALT Aerospace provides simple, effective information capabilities to support all levels of war and drive information to the lowest levels possible, enabling faster decision cycles and decisive results. GALT Aerospace uniquely focuses on architecture solutions, effective open systems integration, and rapid prototyping, fielding, and operations.

At GALT Aerospace, employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary and nationally relevant systems. GALT Aerospace looks for people who align with its Core Values:

• The Right Thing:
  • We work on important things that we are passionate about and will make a difference for the US National Security.
  • We are ethical and forthright and expect the same from our employees.
  • We operate with integrity in all things, we do the RIGHT THING.
• Trust and Respect:
  • We always strive to earn and foster trust.
  • We Act and communicate with respect.
  • We foster mutually beneficial relationships.
• Add Value:
  • We take ownership of our tasks and deliver results to our customers, partners and each other.
  • We champion individual expertise, creativity, and accomplishments.
  • We recognize that collaborative teams achieve even greater results.

Job Location

San Diego, CA, Onsite. Minimal domestic travel is required, possibly 10% of the time.

Job Description

GALT Aerospace is seeking a part-time, hourly Cybersecurity Specialist to handle the following responsibilities:

• Collect data on current security measures for risk analysis, and write systems status reports regularly
• Monitoring systems for unusual activity, analyzing security events, and identifying potential threats
• Responding to security incidents, containing breaches, and investigating the root cause
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and develop mitigation strategies
• Perform security threat hunting, analysis, and response utilizing the Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tool and other Department tools
• Collaborate with other members of the IT and Security teams to develop new protocols, layers of protection, and other proactive and defensive systems for remaining ahead of cybercriminals
• Monitor access-related activities for authorized users, and check for unregistered information changes

Required Skills, Experience, and Education

• Three to five years of experience in cybersecurity
• Deep knowledge of IT, including hardware, software, and networks
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts and principles
• Meticulous eye for detail and an ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong abilities in critical thinking, problem-solving, logic, and forensics
• US. Citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) personnel security clearance
• Strong critical and analytical thinking
• Ability to take initiative, multi-task and work well under pressure

Preferred Skills, Experience and Education

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in information systems, information technology, or related field
• The ability to think like a hacker in order to stay ahead of threats
• Secret Clearance preferred
• Team player with a proactive attitude and the ability to be productive in a dynamic environment
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Strong oral and written communications skills

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to carry 25 pounds
• Must be able to sit or stand for 1-2 hours at a time
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about the facility
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery

Pay Scale

At GALT Aerospace, base pay is one part of the total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as one grows and develops within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $43-$51 per hour, and a specific candidate's base pay will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience.