IT Systems Analyst 5 - Traditional Security

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

• Determine, in conjunction with supervisor, the technology areas to focus personal training on and when to enter the program for required training.

• Contractor shall obtain DOD Cyber Defense Command (DCDC) certification in assigned technology areas (Traditional Security: Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC)) and complete required assessments and evaluations.  Training must be completed no more than six months prior to the On-the-Job Training (OJT), check ride, and assessments.

• Ensure all certification requirements are up to date, including a minimum of 4 assessments per technology area each fiscal year.

• Contractor shall utilize appropriate tools and methodologies based on DCDC standard processes and procedures.

• Stay informed on 688 CW/CC, AFCYBER/CC, and larger Air Force strategic priorities to inform base selection for CORAs.

• Advocate with wing organizations for access to enterprise assets and capabilities to prepare for CORA.

• Support daily assessment meetings to track progress and provide summaries to base leadership and 688 CW leadership.

• Prepare, assess, and report on DOW assets concentrated towards physical, personal, industrial, and communications security.

• Communicate and advocate effectively to information systems owners, FDOs, Security Managers, COMSEC managers and other personnel to efficiently uphold their security posture IAW US regulations.

• Must be well versed with the risk management framework process and have knowledge with contingency plans and continuity of operations.

• Inspect and validate artifacts against the Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) and other governing documents such as DoDM 5200.01 Vol 1-4 (Information Security Program), NISPOM and related items.

• Complete assessment checklists as required.

• Participate in regular teleconferences with base comm squadron leadership to identify issues and inform commanders on risk.

• Provide written feedback on process update recommendations.

• Coordinate travel arrangements with fellow assessment team members.

• Complete supervisory and administrative tasks as required.

• Complete other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Requires a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) +5 years of experience, or 8+ years of related experience

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Must have excellent critical thinking skills

Certifications

Required:

• IAT II – Sec+, CASP+, or Higher

Desired:

• Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC)

• Certified Protection Professional (CPP)

Security Clearance

Required: Must have active Secret clearance with ability to obtain a Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

Desired: Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility

Other (Travel, Work Environment, DoD 8570 Requirements, Administrative Notes, etc.)

• Anticipate team members travelling 6 to 7 weeks per year but could be more or less

• Must possess or obtain a US Passport within 6 months

• Must be able to fund your travel up front and you will be reimbursed upon filing expense report