Hiring: Information Assurance Policy and Compliance - Ops Lead Company: Akima Location: Albuquerque, NM Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 13:33:03 Employment Type: Remote Target Skills & Keywords : ELK Stack, FedRAMP, Penetration Testing, SIEM, Splunk About the job Experience: •4 years of experience as a Tier-2+ Cybersecurity Operations Lead in a DoD, DOE, or Law Enforcement environment. •3 years of experience in information security operations, incident analysis, vulnerability management, intrusion detection, and system patching. •8+ years’ experience leading information technology and cybersecurity teams •4 years of equivalent years of experience in IT and/or Cyber Operations •Minimum 4 years of experience as a Tier-2+ Cybersecurity Operations Lead in a DoD, DOE, or Law Enforcement environment. Required Skills: •Lead Tier-2 and higher cybersecurity operations, ensuring 24/7 security monitoring and rapid response to threats. •Analyze security alerts, intrusion attempts, and advanced persistent threats (APTs) to mitigate risks. •Coordinate incident response efforts, investigating security events and implementing corrective actions. •Manage and maintain firewalls (Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, or equivalent), intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and security logs to ensure compliance and security integrity. •Utilize SIEM tools to correlate security logs, identify anomalies, and proactively address vulnerabilities. •Conduct log analysis, security forensics, and root cause investigations for cyber incidents. •Information Assurance (IA) Policy & Compliance •Ensure compliance with DoD, DOE, and Law Enforcement cybersecurity regulations, including RMF, NIST 800-53, and FISMA. Qualifications: •An active DOE Q clearance or equivalent is required for consideration •BA/BS in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science or 4 years of equivalent years of experience in IT and/or Cyber Operations •Firewalls (Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, or equivalent) •SIEM solutions (Splunk, ArcSight, or ELK Stack) •Incident response and forensic analysis tools •Vulnerability assessment and penetration testing tools •Knowledge of cyber threat intelligence, risk assessments, and compliance frameworks. •Proven ability to lead teams, mentor security analysts, and foster collaboration. •Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to assess security risks and implement countermeasures. •Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex security concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. Compensation: •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) •Competitive benefits and rewards package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!