Position Overview:

Loch Harbour Group is seeking a Mid-Level Cyber Security Specialist to support cybersecurity initiatives for a government client. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assessing, implementing, and monitoring security controls, ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity regulations and best practices. This role requires expertise in risk management, vulnerability assessment, incident response, and security operations to protect enterprise IT systems from cyber threats.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.

• Implement and maintain security policies, procedures, and risk management frameworks.

• Conduct security assessments and audits to ensure compliance with federal cybersecurity standards (e.g., NIST, FISMA, RMF, FedRAMP).

• Support incident response activities, including investigation, containment, mitigation, and reporting.

• Assist in the development and implementation of security controls, configurations, and best practices for enterprise systems.

• Collaborate with IT teams and stakeholders to ensure security measures align with mission objectives.

• Provide support for security authorization processes and maintain documentation for Authority to Operate (ATO).

• Analyze and recommend security solutions to enhance network, cloud, and application security.

• Stay updated on emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies.

 Minimum Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations, risk management, or security compliance.

• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, including NIST, FISMA, RMF, and FedRAMP.

• Experience with security monitoring tools, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and vulnerability scanning tools.

• Knowledge of firewalls, endpoint protection, and encryption technologies.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify, assess, and mitigate security risks.

• Security+ or equivalent certification (CISSP, CEH, or CISM preferred).

 Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizen
• Active Secret Clearance
• Must be able to pass a background check and obtain/maintain a DoD clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with government agencies or DoD cybersecurity programs.

• Familiarity with cloud security, Zero Trust Architecture, and identity & access management (IAM).

• Experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools.

• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell) for automation and security analysis.

• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), CISSP, or other advanced cybersecurity certifications

Loch Harbour Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status