As the Data Security Analyst, the candidate will perform tasks related to Assessment & Authorization (A&A) to ensure assigned DoD, DoA systems/Enclaves/Networks can obtain and maintain Authorization to Operate (ATO) and Authorization to Connect (ATC) certifications. In this role, the Data Security Analyst will conduct risk and vulnerability assessments of information systems to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and protection needs. Additionally, the individual will serve as regulations and Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) and review and conduct technical security assessments of computing environments to identify points of vulnerability, as well as non-compliance with established cyber security standards and regulations, and recommend mitigation strategies to the team.

Responsibilities

Support the development of RMF accreditation artifact documentation to include Risk Assessment Report (RAR), Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) Strategy, Security Authorization Package, engineering documentation, network drawings, and related documentation as required by DoD accreditation standards
Develops, maintains, and monitors the necessary artifacts for A&A package submission to receive ATC, ATT, and ATO certifications
Review weekly CND vulnerability scans utilizing DoD/DoA mandated practices and software utilities
Conducts FISMA assessments of cybersecurity control compliance in accordance with DoDI 8500.01, DoDI 8510.01, CNSSI, 1253 and the Cybersecurity Strategy
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports detailing task and responsibility status.
Develops, reviews, and maintains RMF artifacts for RMF compliance
Supports Cybersecurity Test & Evaluation (CT&E) or Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E) activities of system security engineering and program protection activities.
Maintains authorization artifacts in accordance with customer requirements
Updates, validates and maintains policies, processes, and SOPs, in accordance with DoA and DoD policies and regulations
Provides IT Security Incident Response support services and reports all tenant IT incidents ranging from security violations (i.e., information spillage and unauthorized usage) and suspicious activity reports
Attends meetings and works in collaborative a team environment to provide network stability and continuity
Performs other tasks as required by OSC and the Government contracting office

Required Qualifications/Education And Experience

High School diploma or equivalent
Minimum of two (2) years of hands-on experience in the IT/Communications Security environment
Must be have and maintain a Top-Secret personnel clearance and be eligible for a TS/SCI
Must be DoD 8570 certified at the IAM-II level
Must have experience with DoA, DoD RMF processes
Must have experience with eMASS and experience in the development of Assessment and Authorization plans
Understanding of computer security, Department of Army, and DoD cyber security policies
Prior experience with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG), Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), other DoA, and DoD cybersecurity tools
Ability to communicate clearly and succinctly in written and oral presentations
Have knowledge in network, physical, systems, and application security practices
Must be familiar with and have experience in tools and applications such as Firewalls, IDS/IPS, HBSS, ACAS, Nessus, ARCSIGHT and SIEMs
Familiarity with DoD, NIST, RMF and FedRAMP processes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications/Education And Experience

Associate’s degree (preferably in Information Technology, Information Management, or Cyber Security)
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification
Experience with SIEMs

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status

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