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Parsons Corporation Senior Information Security Risk Analyst in Centreville, Virginia

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Information Security Risk Analyst to join our team! In this role you will get to identify and analyze potential information security risks to the organization's operations, propose mitigation activities, and manage risk treatments .

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Conducting qualitative and quantitative risk assessments to estimate loss frequency and magnitude of risk scenarios relative to conditions, threats, and vulnerabilities.

  • Analyze data related to cyber security incidents, threat intelligence feeds, and vulnerability scans.

  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify potential risks and develop appropriate mitigation plans.

  • Providing support for improving existing security controls, or recommending new controls, based on the results of risk assessments.

  • Monitoring emerging threats and trends in the cyber security landscape to include regulatory changes.

  • Managing a risk register, shepherding risk treatment process action, and presenting and explaining risks to key stakeholders.

  • Developing and consulting on policies, procedures, and guidelines for information security.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field; or 5+ years in an information security compliance, information technology, or cyber security position.

  • Familiar with Microsoft Office, such as Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint, Access, etc.

  • Knowledge of information technology fundamentals such as computer hardware, software, databases, networking, virtualization, and cloud computing.

  • Knowledge of cyber security fundamentals such risk management, secure configuration, network security, user privileges, incident management, malware prevention, and monitoring.

  • Knowledge of common techniques used by threat actors to penetrate computer networks.

  • Ability to succeed in a dynamic, remote team environment with the self-discipline to maintain focus and deliver assigned objectives on-time.

  • Must be a creative problem solver who is comfortable defending their position among a strong-minded team but also accept and integrate feedback to develop best-of-breed solutions.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

  • Preferred one or more of the following certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or FAIR Analysis Fundamentals.

  • Knowledge of Factor Analysis of Information Risk (FAIR™) international quantitative model and NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF).

  • Familiarity with SAFe Agile Framework.

  • Knowledge of NIST 800-171 and ISO 27001 control sets.

  • Experience with Atlassian Jira and Confluence.

  • Experience with Microsoft Power BI.

  • Strong analytical skills with a basic knowledge of statistics and probability distributions.

  • Experience working with large datasets using tools such as SQL is a plus.

  • Excellent communication skills with ability to present complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Corporate team.

We’re driving the future of the national security and critical infrastructure markets. Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.

Salary Range:

$96,400.00 - $168,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

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