Our client has an immediate opportunity as an IT Security Analyst located at Ft. Huachuca, AZ! This position will support the RCC-C, which provides cutting-edge technology to in an enterprise environment

 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• 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
• Coordinate directly with cross functional teams and management to resolve all compliance issues
• Evaluate IS for compliance in accordance with RMF 800-53 Controls and Special Directives
• Record and/or prepare artifacts associated with the audit to ensure a repository for all system RMF documentation is kept current
• Provide 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
• Perform security focused reviews and analysis of network topologies and devices configurations for use of restricted ports and protocols; implementation of sound security concepts and design; DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) compliant network configuration of Cisco, Brocade, Juniper, and Bluecoat devices
• Use automated security scanning tools (SCAP, ACAS, BNA, 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, regulations and/or BBPs
• 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 RCC-C
• Coordinate with both internal and external entities to improve established processes and procedures; ensuring efficient execution of all analysis, tracking, mitigation and reporting 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
• Participate in 24x7 on-call support rotation with other team members
• Support and/or lead special projects as required
• Complete other duties as assigned by management

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• HS + 4 years of IT/Cyber experience or AA/AS +2 or BA/BS
• To include up to 2 years experience IA/IT experience
• IAT I (A+CE, Net+CE) certification required
• DISA ACAS certification within 180 days of hire
• Secret clearance or ability to obtain interim

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of eMASS
• Knowledge of network specific DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides and checklists
• Experience performing IA audits within a DoD organization
• Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Posted On: Monday, August 6, 2018