Cybersecurity Systems Analyst, Intermediate

TJ Consulting Group; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holiday Pay

401K with Match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

HSA

Job summary

TJ Consulting Group is seeking a Cybersecurity Systems Analyst, Intermediate, to join our team supporting Hurlburt Field AFB, Fort Walton Beach, FL. The role emphasizes RMF coordination, ATO/ATC/IATT, and vulnerability management for DoD networks.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, an active TS/SCI clearance, and a BA/BS. You will work with ACAS, Nessus, Xacta/eMASS, and STIGs to assess, document, and report cybersecurity posture and risk mitigations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive, relevant cybersecurity experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required for consideration.
• BA/BS Degree or higher in a related field.
• Strong RMF knowledge and DoD cybersecurity policy familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Track A&A status of SIE governed ISs and ensure artifacts are available.
• Advise stakeholders on adequacy of cybersecurity implementations.
• Provide RMF subject matter expertise for RMF program development and execution.
• Maintain, track, and validate DISN, cloud and DIA connection approvals.
• Develop and maintain documentation for networks, cloud, information systems and techs.
• Review A&A for SIE networks and obtain ATO/IATT/ATC as needed.
• Perform risk and vulnerability assessments and prepare risk reports for SAS/AO/DAA.
• Enforce A&A and DoD/DIA/USSOCOM connection standards.
• Track and report compliance with cybersecurity directives to HQs.
• Develop ISCM plans addressing awareness, controls, and threats.
• Coordinate with USCYBERCOM, DoD, DIA, NSA and other orgs.
• Perform security authorization and assessments across IT/IS assets.
• Validate patching, perform scans, develop POA&Ms, report per policies.
• Provide SME for COA development and cybersecurity mitigation.
• Implement processes to mitigate vulnerabilities in software/hardware.
• Identify and validate ongoing effectiveness of security measures.
• Analyze cybersecurity posture and report to AO/DAO as required.

Skills

RMF knowledge

Vulnerability assessments

Security risk analysis

Cybersecurity awareness

Security certifications

Education

BA/BS Degree

Tools

ACAS

Nessus

SCAP

Xacta/eMASS

Job description

Hurlburt Field AFB - Fort Walton Beach, FL 32544

Overview

Level: Experienced

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Description

Overview of position:

Seeking a Cybersecurity Systems Analyst, Intermediate, to work at Hurlburt Field AFB, FL.

A United States Citizenship and an active TS/SCI DoD Security Clearance is required to be considered for this position.

Performs assessment and authorization coordination. Advises and assists the customer with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and develops a Plan of Action and Milestones for resolving network deficiencies in accordance with DODI 8510.01 and ICD 503. The duties of this task include assessing network compliance against controls listed in NIST 800-53 and creating A&A packages. Performs assessment, compliance, and validation of IT systems to support the Cybersecurity program. The Contractor shall execute a comprehensive assessment, compliance and validation of customer networks to ensure compliance with regulations and security and standards. The end goal is to ensure the integrity of customer systems by identifying and mitigating potential shortcomings and vulnerabilities. Advise on network and system risks, risk mitigation courses of action, and operational.

Additionally, the Cybersecurity Systems Analyst should be able to perform security evaluations and vulnerability assessments using the DOD Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Nessus vulnerability scanning tool and Security Content Automation Protocol tool. Identify applicable STIGs and perform assessments using the Security Content Automation Protocol tool. The Cybersecurity Systems Analyst will liaison with network and system administrators to correct identified deficiencies. The Cybersecurity Systems Analyst will also scan (or review scans) for new systems and applications being introduced into the SOF environment, identify issues, and draft certification letters for the government. The contractor will liaison with the Site Integration Facility (SIF) to ensure systems and application meet the standards in the DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG). The Cybersecurity Systems analyst should be knowledgeable of cyber network defense tools such as end point security, SIEM, comply to connect, etc.

Responsibilities

• Tracks A&A status of SIE governed ISs. Ensures these artifacts and documentation are available in the USSOCOM-chosen automated tool.
• Advises stakeholders on the adequacy of implementation of cybersecurity requirements.
• Provide DoD & IC RMF subject matter expertise, and assist with the development and execution of the RMF program.
• Maintain, track, and validate DISN, cloud and DIA connection approval packages.
• Develop and maintain supporting documentation for new and existing networks, cloud environments, information systems and technologies as they are introduced into the SIE.
• Develop and review the A&A of SIE networks, cloud environments, systems, services, telecommunication circuits, mobile devices, portable electronic devices, hardware, and software using the DoD & IC RMF to obtain an Authority to Operate (ATO), Interim Authority to Test (IATT), or Authority to Connect (ATC).
• Perform risk and vulnerability assessments of IT and IS for authorization; prepare risk assessment reports for submission to the SCA and Authorizing Official/Designated Authorizing Official/Designated Accrediting Authority (AO/DAO/DAA) in accordance with DoD, DIA, USCYBERCOM, USSOCOM, Component Command, TSOC, and deployed forces’ policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Assist with the enforcement of A&A, as well as DoD, DIA, USSOCOM, Component Command, TSOC, and deployed forces’ connection standards for networks and systems.
• Track and maintain A&A databases, web sites and tools to ensure that networks, systems and devices are properly documented and managed from a cybersecurity perspective.
• Track and report to higher headquarters organizations (e.g. USCYBERCOM, DIA) compliance with applicable Cybersecurity regulations and directives.
• Ensure timely notifications are made to responsible individuals and organizations in order to prevent lapses in accreditations (e.g., 30, 60, and 90 day notices).
• Develop and maintain an Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) Plan. This plan shall address ongoing awareness of information security, vulnerabilities, security controls, and threats to support organizational risk management decisions.
• Identify, assess, and advise on cybersecurity control compliance and associated risks.
• Coordinate with USCYBERCOM, DoD, DIA, NSA, DISA, and subordinate organizations to support the resolution of issues with security, A&A, connection approvals, and waiver requests.
• Perform network, cloud, information systems, hardware, software and device security authorization and assessments, as well as the application and execution of policy, including project management support services.
• Validate the patching of systems, perform validation scanning, develop Plans of Action & Milestone (POA&Ms), and report as directed by applicable policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Provide subject matter expertise for COA development and the implementation of Cybersecurity mitigation strategies.
• Develop and implement required processes, procedures, and capabilities to mitigate vulnerabilities and weaknesses for software and hardware deployment.
• Identify, implement and validate continued effectiveness of key performance parameters and applied security measures.
• Perform analytics on cybersecurity posture and provide reports to the AO/DAO and applicable stakeholders as required per ISCM and AO/DAO direction.

Qualifications

Experience/Skills:

• 5+ years of progressive, relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with the US Combatant Commands (USCENTCOM/USSOCOM) is desired.
• Technical background with system administration experience, architecture and engineering preferred
• Technical background in networking, identity management, Microsoft and Linux operating systems, database, and mobility
• Working knowledge of the RMF.
• Knowledge of the Telos Xacta or Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Services (eMASS) system is desired.
• Must have excellent communications skill (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and experience with DoD IA processes and policies (e.g., DODI 8510.01, NIST, CNSS and other cybersecurity policies, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Manual (CJCSM) 65101.01, Incident Response and other IA policies).

Education

• BA/BS Degree

Certifications

• IAM Level II

Clearance

• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
• Must be a US Citizen and pass a background check.
• Maintain applicable security clearance(s) at the level required by the client and/or applicable certification(s) as requested.

Benefits

• PTO
• Holiday Pay
• 401K with a 4% Match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Group Life & AD&DD
• Voluntary Life AD&DD
• Short-term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent)
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not employ AI tools in our decision-making processes. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran. ensures that all employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Our commitment to non-discrimination in employment extends to every location in which our company operates.