Information Security Analyst
Location: Simpsonville
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
JOB TITLE: INFO SECURITY ANALYST JOB LOCATION: COLUMBIA, MD WAGE
RANGE*: $60.00-65.00 PER HOUR JOB NUMBER: SAIJP00038036 REQUIRED
EXPERIENCE:Cryptographic Validation Program (CVP) Certification
Knowledge of cryptographic encryption algorithms, key exchange
algorithms, hashing/message authentication algorithms, PKI, random
number generators, etc. Experience with various programming
languages (C, C++, Python or Java) and development environments.
Ability to comprehend security standard requirements and apply them
to products. Experience setting up networks and familiarity with
subnetting and routing concepts. Knowledge of common security
related protocols and their design (i.e. SSH, IPsec, TLS, etc.).
Experience building testing environments, performing testing and
reporting results (technical writing). Strong troubleshooting and
problem-solving skills. Strong multitasking and time management.
The candidate must be a CVP Certified Tester. JOB DESCRIPTION ? The
selected candidate will work on varied FIPS 140 validation
projects. General security analysis Design work (product
architecture) Vulnerability testing Physical security testing
System-level logical analysis Product evaluations against
Technology Type standards (Protection Profiles) Cryptographic and
Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) testing Cryptographic algorithm
testing Source code review activities Technical report writing and
review. Testing automation through scripting Develop applications
to support test cases. These Qualifications Would be Nice to
Have:Experience with Python programming language Experience with
debugging (Android debug bridge (adb), WinDBG, Visual Studio,
etc.). Experience with statistical analysis of entropy sources.
Knowledge of OpenSSL and/or OpenPGP. Vulnerability Analysis and/or
penetration testing experience/expertise. Strong knowledge of
computer security principles and best practices. Strong English
(both oral and written) skills. Related certifications
(CCNA/CCNP/CCIE, JNCIA/JNCIS/JNCIP/JNCIE). Knowledge of Active
Directory and Linux. Hands on experience using tools such as an
oscilloscope, function generator, multi-meter, signal generator,
etc. Knowledge of X.509 certificate validation. EDUCATION &
EXPERIENCE:Typically requires a BS degree with 2 - 4 years of prior
relevant experience. Equal opportunity employer as to all protected
groups, including protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities * While an hourly range is posted for this position,
an eventual hourly rate is determined by a comprehensive salary
analysis which considers multiple factors including but not limited
to: job-related knowledge, skills and qualifications, education and
experience as compared to others in the organization doing
substantially similar work, if applicable, and market and business
considerations. Benefits offered include medical, dental and vision
benefits; dependent care flexible spending account; 401(k) plan;
voluntary life/short term disability/whole life/term life/accident
and critical illness coverage; employee assistance program; sick
leave in accordance with regulation. Benefits may be subject to
generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and
other requirements and conditions.
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