Cybersecurity Specialist (Senior)
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About the Role
Parsons is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist to manage cybersecurity operations, incident response, and vulnerability management for project information systems.
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Responsibilities
- Manage cybersecurity operations for project information systems and business applications
- Act as primary technical point of contact with vendors to develop cybersecurity solutions
- Develop, maintain, and audit cybersecurity systems and controls
- Maintain confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems through account management, hardening, and updates
- Identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities
- Lead investigations related to cybersecurity incidents
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and oversee implementation of security controls
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related discipline
- Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, information security, IT infrastructure, or related technology environments
- Strong experience in cybersecurity operations, incident response, vulnerability management, and security administration
- Knowledge of network technologies including MPLS, VPN, and wireless networking
- Strong understanding of IT security principles including firewall technologies, access control, authentication, and digital signatures
- Familiarity with NIST SP 800 53 and related cybersecurity frameworks
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Job Description
- Parsons is looking for a Cybersecurity Specialist (Senior) to join the team.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Manage cybersecurity operations for project information systems and business applications.
- Act as primary technical point of contact with vendors and suppliers.
- Develop, maintain, and audit cybersecurity systems and controls.
- Maintain confidentiality, integrity, and availability of workstations, servers, applications, and networks.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.
- Provide cybersecurity support, guidance, training, and incident recovery assistance.
- Lead investigations related to cybersecurity incidents.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and oversee implementation of security controls.
- Serve as cybersecurity representative on project teams.
- Monitor cybersecurity risks and recommend corrective actions.
- Support compliance with project, client, and regulatory cybersecurity requirements.
What Required Skills You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.
- Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, information security, IT infrastructure, or related technology environments.
- Strong experience in cybersecurity operations, incident response, vulnerability management, and security administration.
- Knowledge of network technologies including MPLS, VPN, and wireless networking.
- Strong understanding of IT security principles including firewall technologies, access control, authentication, and digital signatures.
- Experience with domain structures, identity management, and user authentication systems.
- Familiarity with NIST SP 800 53 and related cybersecurity frameworks.
- Ability to evaluate existing security controls and develop remediation plans.
- Strong analytical skills with ability to investigate security incidents.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with clients, vendors, and project stakeholders.
What Desired Skills You’ll Bring
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification.
- Experience supporting large scale infrastructure, transportation, rail, or government projects.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance practices.
- Experience with cybersecurity technologies, security monitoring tools, and enterprise security solutions.
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