Journeyman Cybersecurity Specialist
TMMG is actively seeking a highly motivated Journeyman Cyber Security Analyst to support the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Surface Acquisition Program Management Offices (CG-SEA) in Washington DC, in the areas of Information Assurance (IA) and cybersecurity. The candidate will analyze USCG cutter computer/PLC-based control systems as well as networks for hull, machinery, and electrical systems. Knowledge and application of the DHS/NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) will be required to recommend authorization to operate the systems analyzed. The candidate will assist the USCG in developing technical policy regarding cybersecurity and must be resourceful, hard-working, detail-oriented, and a self-starter interested in working within a multi-disciplinary team.
Responsibilities
- Work with USCG program offices to apply IA and cybersecurity laws, policies, and directives to DHS programs and systems.
- Provide technical IA and cybersecurity analysis support to the Program Office.
- Provide technical IA and cybersecurity expertise to develop acquisition cybersecurity documentation.
- Participate in the security design and review of USCG system architectures.
- Assist System Owners in completing the RMF process.
- Assess and recommend cybersecurity controls for tactical systems that operate in unique environments.
- Evaluate next-generation technologies and architectural frameworks for implementation within high-stress performance environments.
- Evaluate Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and similar artifacts for impacts to security postures.
- Assess and allocate cybersecurity controls for tactical systems that operate in unique environments.
- Work directly with fleet commands to implement Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) within USCG activities.
- Assist with the design and evaluation of Cross Domain Solutions (CDSs).
- Interface with military and civilian management, as well as project teams from various regions.
Requirements
- Background check, U.S. Citizenship, CAC, and a Secret clearance are required.
- Two days on-site each week (Monday & Tuesday).
- 10% travel.
- At least three (3) years of overall relevant experience.
- At least one (1) year of demonstrated experience with U.S. shipbuilding acquisitions preferred.
- At least one (1) year of demonstrated experience supporting a major system acquisition program (DHS/USCG Level I, DoD ACAT I or equivalent) preferred.
- Possess a Level Two (2) IAT DoD 8570.01 Certification (CompTIA Security+, CySA+, CCNA Security, etc.).
- Level Three (3) IAM DoD 8570.01 Certification (CISM, CISSP, GSLC, CCISO) is preferred.
Qualifications
- In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, one of the following may substitute:
- Three (3) years of relevant work experience in addition to any other experience requirements.
- An Associate’s degree (AS) in a relevant discipline plus four (4) years of relevant work experience in addition to any other experience requirements.
- Comfortable working with the IA/Cybersecurity control sets delineated in NIST 800-53.
- A working knowledge of DoD/DoN/DHS IA instructions, directives, and the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process.
- Experience working in Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS).
- Must be a confident and articulate verbal and written communicator and technical writer.
Physical Job Requirements
- Essential functions typically include fingering/typing, hearing, sitting, standing, talking, and walking.
Pay
$100,000 to $120,000 per year depending on experience.