Cyber Security Analyst, Journeyman (PMA 271) - 293

Requisition #: 293 | Location: Patuxent River, MD | Clearance: Secret required, Top Secret preferred

About the Role

As a Cyber Security Analyst, you will ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity policy and technical cybersecurity solutions, working within USSTRATCOM and Nuclear, Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) cybersecurity methodologies. This role involves leading or participating in teams to achieve and maintain system Authority to Operate (ATO) and other applicable cybersecurity policies. You will regularly interact with senior leadership, information technology professionals, IPT Leads, and other stakeholders in a fast-paced office environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the certification process and testing in accordance with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) policy.
• Prepare RMF documentation for hardware, software, and facilities.
• Provide analysis and evaluation to design, implement, test, and field secure systems, networks, and architectures.
• Enforce information systems security policies, ensuring system security requirements are addressed during all phases of the Information System (IS) lifecycle.
• Evaluate and recommend actions for prioritizing and deconflicting system security engineering requirements.
• Identify vulnerabilities and deficiencies, providing recommended actions and risk mitigation steps.
• Implement and ensure information systems security policies and requirements are addressed during all phases of acquisition and IS lifecycle.
• Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information.
• Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Assist the government in preparing documentation supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) requirements for developmental hardware, software, and facilities.
• Support system security engineering, integration management solutions, and mitigation strategies to reduce cyber-attack risks.
• Track and monitor Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) for IT system accreditation.

These efforts support the E-130J Phoenix II and/or the E-6B aircraft and related systems that deliver NC3 capability for the U.S. Navy's Take Charge And Move Out (TACAMO) mission.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of combined experience performing duties described in the functional description.
• Level 2 certifications (IAM II and/or IAT II) under DoD 8140 (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire).
• BA/BS degree or equivalent supplemental experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in the design, analysis, and fielding of secure system architectures, software, and networks.
• Advanced knowledge of DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Advanced knowledge of DoD cybersecurity policy or technical cybersecurity solutions.
• Experience with CISCO routers and switches.
• Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Demonstrated work experience with Assurance Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS).
• Experience mitigating STIG findings and/or assistance with mitigation statements.
• Experience with Enterprise Mission Assurance Support System (eMASS).
• Experience with Vulnerability Remediation Asset Manager (VRAM).
• Experience with Microsoft Office Tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.

Pay

Salary range: $105,000 – $130,000 (commensurate with experience).