Cyber/Information Assurance Analyst (Journeyman)

CACI; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Journeyman Cyber/Information Assurance Analyst to support the Department of State on the GMOS contract. You will plan, implement, and monitor security measures for networks, systems, and applications in alignment with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and RMF.

The role requires a Top Secret clearance, a Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of related experience, and hands-on work with security tools and cloud security across AWS and Azure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least 4 years of related cybersecurity/IT security experience.
• Active Top Secret clearance required for access to programs.
• Knowledge of NIST 800-53, RMF, FISMA, and federal security authorization processes.
• Experience with security controls, vulnerability management, and incident response.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and monitor security measures for networks, systems, and applications.
• Maintain security documentation, risk assessments, and compliance statuses.
• Provide guidance for infrastructure projects in line with security standards.
• Validate security controls across data centers, virtual, and cloud environments.
• Lead incident response, forensic analysis, and remediation coordination.

Skills

Cybersecurity principles

Incident response

Security controls implementation

Vulnerability management

Network security

Security assessment tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Nessus

Qualys

ACAS

Splunk

Job description

Job Title: Cyber/Information Assurance Analyst (Journeyman)

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking a Journeyman Cyber/Information Assurance Analyst for the Global Mission Operations Support (GMOS) contract, supporting the Department of State. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance national security through advanced IT solutions. You will collaborate with experienced professionals in an innovative environment, guiding a high-performing team to deliver excellence. The GMOS contract aims to provide world-class IT support by modernizing and maintaining applications and infrastructure using an integrated IT Service Management approach. Join us to make a meaningful impact on a program of national importance.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, implement, and monitor comprehensive security measures for the protection of computer networks, systems, and applications across the CA IT enterprise aligned with NIST Cybersecurity Framework
• Maintain and update the enterprise service catalog ensuring comprehensive security documentation for all operational services including security classifications, compliance status, and risk assessments
• Provide expert security guidance and technical consultation for infrastructure architecture initiatives, ensuring alignment with Department of State security standards, FISMA requirements, and NIST 800-53 controls
• Ensure engineering designs and technical solutions incorporate security best practices throughout the system development lifecycle, validating compliance with DOS security policies and STIGs
• Implement, configure, and validate security controls in physical data centers, virtual hosting environments, and cloud platforms including access controls, network segmentation, and encryption mechanisms
• Respond rapidly to computer security breaches, incidents, and vulnerabilities by conducting thorough investigations, performing forensic analysis, and coordinating containment and remediation activities
• Coordinate security compliance activities for network engineering services ensuring secure connectivity and encrypted communications across 350+ domestic and international facilities
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments, security scans, and compliance audits using industry-standard tools to identify security weaknesses and generate detailed remediation recommendations
• Support Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities including security control assessments and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) management
• Collaborate with IT service delivery teams, infrastructure engineers, and Government security personnel to integrate security throughout IT operations and promote security-conscious culture

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree + 4 years of experience in related fields, such as cybersecurity, information assurance, network security, systems security engineering, or IT security operations; equivalencies considered.
• Active Top Secret Clearance
• Proven experience with information security frameworks including NIST 800-53, Risk Management Framework (RMF), FISMA compliance, and Federal security authorization processes
• Demonstrated knowledge of cybersecurity principles, security controls implementation, vulnerability management, and incident response procedures
• Strong understanding of network security technologies including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, network segmentation, and cloud security (AWS, Azure)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with experience using security assessment tools such as Nessus, Qualys, or ACAS

Desired:

• Prior experience supporting federal agencies, especially the Department of State
• Professional security certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
• Knowledge of Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), CIS Benchmarks, FedRAMP authorization processes, and SIEM tools (Splunk, ArcSight, QRadar)
• Experience with DevSecOps practices

What You Can Expect:

• A culture of integrity.

  At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

• An environment of trust.

  CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

• A focus on continuous growth.

  Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find oppor