Information Assurance Analyst

The Intelligence Systems Assessment and Authorization Analyst shall schedule and conduct cybersecurity assessments in accordance with established USCG, IC, and DoD cybersecurity policies. Shall also provide support for documenting the results of these assessments in Security Assessment Reports (SAR) and Plan of Action and Milestone (POA&M) documents including assessment of information system vulnerabilities

The candidate will be responsible for assisting a team of security control analysts through testing security controls, developing notes/summary of security controls and engineering design review meetings, creating/updating Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), developing Security Assessment Reports (SAR), maintenance of an aggregated Risk Registry, maintenance of assessment packages, maintenance of architecture for shared and/or assigned document management systems, and reporting the results of process reviews and control tests. Must have working knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST, and Cyber Security Framework (CSF) requirements.

• At least 3 years of experience in information assurance / cybersecurity for the Intelligence Community (IC) or in support of National Security Systems.
• Comprehensive understanding of federal security regulatory requirements and security frameworks, including RMF and A&A, NIST SP 800 series, FISMA, FIPS, FedRAMP, etc.
• Ability to manage multiple high visibility security projects and adjust to quick shifts in client priorities while meeting all mission requirements.
• Detailed and process oriented.
• A team player, capable of working with multiple groups for a common goal.
• Able to balance priorities and tasks.
• Able to work in Washington DC.

• Develop and update cyber security policies, tracking tools, user and administrator training guides, and process guides that support IC cybersecurity governance, RMF, and A&A.
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to develop and update documentation.
• Assist Information System Security Officers (ISSO) through the review and update of RMF management guides and A&A SOPs.
• Identify risk factors and mitigation technologies, procedures, and processes.
• Develop, update, and maintain the full suite of RMF documentation and supporting artifacts.

• Top Secret SCI Clearance is REQUIRED
• Minimum 10 years of overall professional experience.
• 5 years of information assurance experience in the Intelligence Community (IC) or in support of National Security Systems is preferred.
• Professional certification as defined by DoD 8570 IAM II is required and may equate to two (2) years of experience (e.g., CISSP, CEH, etc.).
• BA or BS from an accredited college or University with a degree in engineering, information assurance, cybersecurity, IT, or related field. An advanced degree is highly desired.
• Commitment to providing high value services and solutions to meet the client’s mission needs.
• Hands on A&A experience with National Security Systems and High Value Assets as defined by the NIST RMF process (NIST SP 800-37 rev 2).
• Experience in developing and maintaining SOPs, policy, and guidance.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with excellent written and verbal communication skills (English).
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project, and MS Visio.
• Ability to work more than 40 hours per week on occasion to meet client deadlines.

• Competitive salary
• Personal and team merit bonuses
• 401(k) with 3% gross salary matching regardless of your personal contribution amount
• Multiple Medical, Dental and Vision plans to choose from
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) for High Deductible Health Plans with TSTC contribution
• Health Care and Dependent care Flexible savings accounts (FSA)
• Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday schedules
• Flexible work schedules and opportunity to telework
• 100% TSTC paid Life and Disability insurance; Short-term and Long-term disability plans
• Pre-Tax Commuter benefits
• Educational Assistance
• Professional certification assistance
• Corporate account with Management Concepts - the premier training program in the Washington DC area
• Completely confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary benefits to include identity theft, home and auto insurance, and a company favorite – Pet Insurance
• And more ……

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