Cyber Security Specialist Associate

Salary Range: 80000 to 93000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

Job Description

• Responsible for the day to day operations of conducting routine IA Audits on all Information Systems (IS) to ensure the appropriate IA security controls have been applied and maintained
• Evaluate IS for compliance in accordance with Risk Management Framework (RMF) 800-53 Controls and Special Directives
• Assist with the continuous monitoring of RMF packages within eMASS (POA&Ms, Test Results, Risk Assessments, etc.) 
• Record and/or prepare artifacts associated with the audit to ensure a repository for all system RMF documentation is kept current 
• Provide Certification and Accreditation (C&A) support in the development of security and contingency plans by conducting risk and vulnerability assessments 
• Use the 800 Series NIST Special Publications as reference for C&A, system security plans, risk assessment, and other security requirements 
• Create, edit, and review organization and team level documentation for clarity and accuracy and assist with development of security related TTPs, SOPs, processes, plans, or diagrams 
• Use automated security scanning tools (SCAP, ACAS, Tychon, etc.) to identify potential vulnerabilities 
• Analyze and report findings to technical teams and leadership for appropriate tracking and mitigation 
• Research RFIs from technical teams regarding DISA STIG checklists, and DOD/Army regulations 
• Explain requirements to systems administrators in detail to ensure proper understanding and clarity 
• Review proposed courses of action from technical teams and recommend the most secure option while balancing operations and/or mission requirements 
• Assist in the identification, tracking and remediation of security risks discovered on information systems 
• Prepare and deliver detailed written reports and oral presentations to the Security Manger, Information Assurance Manager and other senior leaders or staff within the organization 
• Coordinate with both internal and external entities to improve established processes and procedures; ensuring efficient execution of all analysis, tracking, mitigation and reporting requirements 
• Coordinate directly with cross functional teams and management to resolve all compliance issues 
• Support and/or lead special projects as required 
• Complete other duties as assigned by management 

Education and Background

Bachelor degree, and 4-5 years of experience, or equivalent relevant work experience
CompTIA Security+ CE, Cloud+, Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional, GIAC Security Essentials, Systems Security Certified Practitioner 

Required Skills

• Active DoD Secret clearance
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of network specific DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides and checklists
• Knowledge of asset scanning
• Experience performing audits within a DoD organization
• Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and vulnerability management
 

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS)
• Knowledge of Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), and Tychon Vulnerability scanning and reporting
• Knowledge of ePolicy Orchestrator (ePO) and Continuous Monitoring and Risk Scoring (CMRS) 

Working Conditions

• 100% on-site
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time
• Fine motor skills, with the ability to operate keyboards, phones, and controls

• Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
• Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
• Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
• Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
• Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
• Hustle - Be Driven. Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.