Cyber Network Defense Analyst

JCS Solutions is seeking a Cyber Network Defense Analyst to join our Cybersecurity Operations team supporting the AFNCR IT Services (AFNCRIT) program. The analyst will be located at The Pentagon and will augment the 844th Communications Group in implementing DoD, Air Force, and AFDW cybersecurity policies, programs, and initiatives.

About the role

Join a premier technology firm specializing in innovative solutions. Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work culture with tremendous growth potential in a high-performing team environment.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Assessment and Authorization efforts for AFDW enclaves
• Support the AFDW Mission Defense Team (MDT) in performing DCO-IDM for the AFDW portion of the AFIN
• Conduct active and passive DCO-IDM to monitor, audit, detect, report, analyze, and mitigate threats to mission relevant and key terrain in cyberspace (MRT-C/KT-C)
• Support development and management of cybersecurity policy, programs, and compliance
• Implement a Computer Network Defense (CND) team to respond to computer security incidents, Information Condition (INFOCON) level changes, and Classified Message Incidents (CMIs)
• Work with entities for firewall rule changes and DLP waivers
• Support 8140 compliance
• Perform STIG Viewer and STIG auditing
• Manage POA&Ms
• Utilize Excel for reporting and analysis
• Brief status updates to high-level Government leadership and stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and less than 2 years of prior relevant experience; additional years of applicable experience will be accepted in lieu of a degree
• Active DoD Secret clearance required
• CompTIA Security+ CE or higher DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification must meet 8140 ISSM role qualification
• Experience with ACAS and HBSS

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting USAF, DISA, or other DoD mission systems
• Familiarity with eMASS, SCAP Compliance Checker (SCC), or HBSS
• Ability to address and assess RMF Security Controls
• Ability to communicate risk-based recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401k retirement plan with employer match
• Annual Professional Development Reimbursement Program

Pay

The general salary range for this position is $101,000.00 - $145,000.00.

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening and any other required background checks, consistent with applicable law.