Cyber Security Analyst

Talentify; Lincoln (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Abacus Technology is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to provide information assurance support at Hanscom AFB. This full-time role requires US citizenship and a current Secret clearance.

The candidate will oversee security programs, ensure systems meet requirements, and support C&A efforts while maintaining configuration management and addressing IAVM/STIG guidance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years IT and systems support experience.
• Security+ CE certification required.
• Knowledge of Air Force, DoD and applicable Federal IA/ Cyber Security directives.
• Knowledge of RMF process and Cyber Defense.
• US citizen with current Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide information assurance oversight and support per DoD/AF IA programs.
• Ensure systems meet security requirements and mitigate risks.
• Support certification and accreditation (C&A) processes.
• Track and manage security issues and fixes.
• Review IAVM alerts, STIGs, and security guidance for applicable implementations.
• Maintain configuration management for systems and hardware.
• Assist with TEMPEST certification for Classified Processing Areas.

Skills

Security+ CE

RMF process

Cyber Defense

Active Directory

MS Office

ServiceNow

Server Hardware

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

SharePoint

Windows Server

Windows Desktop

Job description

Overview

Abacus Technology is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to provide information assurance support at Hanscom AFB. This is a full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Provide information assurance oversight, guidance and support to the customer community in accordance with Federal, Department of Defense, and U.S. Air Force Information Assurance programs.
• Ensure applicable systems/networks/computing environments meet security requirements and that all security risks for those environments are properly mitigated.
• Provide technical and programmatic information assurance/cyber security services in support of system-level certification and accreditation processes.
• Track and manage all open security-related problem reports and fixes.
• Provide necessary support for Certification and Accreditation (C&A) requirements as well as re-accreditation requirements.
• Ensure configuration management for systems/networks/computing systems and hardware is documented and maintained.
• Support creation, management, and processing of accounts, DLP.
• Provide support with Classified Message Incidents.
• Review all Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) alerts, bulletins and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGS) for applicable implementation and remediation in the customer's network/computing environment(s).
• Provide support to maintain a comprehensive network security policy.
• Create, review and update standard operating procedures and AF Checklists.
• Review FFRDC System Security Plans and provide support as needed.
• Assist with TEMPEST certification for Classified Processing Areas.

Qualifications

3+ years experience in IT and systems support. Bachelor's degree in a related field. Additional years of experience may be substituted for degree requirements. Must be Security+ CE certified. Strong knowledge of Air Force, DoD and applicable Federal Information Assurance/Cyber Security Directives and Instructions. Knowledge of cyber security including the RMF process and Cyber Defense. Experience with SharePoint; Windows Desktop Operating Systems; Windows Server Operating Systems; Active Directory; and MS Office. Knowledge of ServiceNow. Proficient with Computer and Server Hardware. Able to capture and report metrics. Able to resolve issues quickly and efficiently. Must be self-motivated, able to work well in a team or independently, and have strong customer service skills, troubleshooting skills, and communication skills. Must be a US citizen and hold a current Secret clearance.

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled