Cybersecurity Certification & Accreditation (C&A) Analyst

Beshenich Muir & Associates; Fort Belvoir (VA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Cybersecurity Certification and Accreditation Analyst, where your expertise will guide the authorization of critical information systems. This remote position offers the chance to work with a dynamic team, applying your knowledge of the Risk Management Framework and NIST standards to enhance cybersecurity policies and procedures. You'll play a vital role in assessing vulnerabilities and briefing management on progress, making a significant impact on the organization's cybersecurity posture. If you have a passion for safeguarding information systems and a strong background in cybersecurity, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD)

Health Savings Account

401K Company Match up to 6%

Profit Sharing

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant C&A experience with DoD cybersecurity.
• Current IAM Level III certification required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a cybersecurity SME for authorization of information systems.
• Brief senior management on authorization process results.

Skills

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

NIST expertise

CISSP

CompTIA Security+

Security controls assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

MS Windows Server

Windows 10

Job description

Cybersecurity Certification & Accreditation (C&A) Analyst

Description

BMA is seeking a Cybersecurity Certification and Accreditation (C&A) Analyst to join our team. This is a remote position.

Job Summary

1. Serves as a cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME) regarding the authorization of information systems and associated cybersecurity policies and procedures.
2. Fully versed in the general principles supporting the DoD's implementation of its authorization process, including cybersecurity policy, procedures, and processes.
3. Performs DoD cybersecurity processes during the authorization of an information system or as an SME for systems undergoing authorization.
4. Understands how security controls in NIST 800-53 apply to assessing and authorizing large organizational IT infrastructures, such as those of DLA, with multiple enclaves, AIS applications, and outsourced IT processes.
5. Determines the severity of vulnerabilities (e.g., non-compliant security controls) and assesses their potential impact on current or future system authorization.
6. Briefs senior management on the progress or results of the authorization process.

Clearance Requirements

DoD Top Secret clearance, Tier 5 requirement.

Required Skills & Certifications

• 5+ years of relevant C&A experience; Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST expertise.
• Experience with cybersecurity assessment and authorization, including NS DOD cybersecurity experience.
• Current IAM Level III (CISSP).
• Experience in assessing security controls and conducting authorization reviews for large, complex organizations.
• Proficiency with computing environments and certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CE, CISSP, MCDST, MCITP, MCSA, MCSE, and experience with MS Windows Server, Directory, Windows 10.

Benefits

• Medical Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD)
• Health Savings Account
• 401K Company Match up to 6%
• Profit Sharing

Other Duties

This description does not cover all activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required. Duties may change at any time.

AAP & EEO Statement

Beshenich Muir & Associates, LLC (BMA) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetics, or other protected characteristics.