Cybersecurity Systems Analyst, Intermediate

TJ Consulting Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holiday Pay

401K Match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life & AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Critical Illness Insurance

Accident Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

TJ Consulting Group is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Systems Analyst (Intermediate) for a full-time role in Tampa, FL. Requires US citizenship and active TS/SCI clearance.

Primary duties include RMF coordination, A&A packaging, and risk assessments to support DoD cybersecurity programs. Responsibilities cover tracking A&A status, advising stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with STIGs and DISA guidelines.

Qualifications

• Requires BA/BS degree and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong RMF knowledge and DoD IA policy familiarity required.
• Active TS/SCI clearance and US citizenship are required.
• Experience with RMF, eMASS/Xacta, and vulnerability assessment tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Track A&A status for SIE governed ISs and maintain artifacts in approved tools.
• Advise stakeholders on cybersecurity control implementation adequacy.
• Provide RMF subject-matter-expertise and assist RMF program execution.
• Maintain, track, and validate DISN, cloud and DIA connection packages.
• Develop and maintain documentation for networks, cloud environments, and information systems.
• Review A&A for SIE networks and obtain ATO/IATT/ATC as required.
• Perform risk and vulnerability assessments and prepare risk reports for authorities.
• Enforce A&A and DoD/DIA standards for networks and systems.
• Track and report cybersecurity compliance to higher headquarters.

Skills

System administration

Networking

Identity management

Windows & Linux

RMF knowledge

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS Degree

Tools

eMASS

Xacta

ACAS

Nessus

Job description

Overview of position

Seeking a Cybersecurity Systems Analyst, Intermediate, to work in Tampa, FL. A United States Citizenship and an active TS/SCI DoD Security Clearance is required to be considered for this position.

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Tampa, FL

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Description

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).
• 5 years relevant to RMF & eMASS

Education

• BA/BS Degree

Certifications

• IAT or IAM level 3

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&D
• Voluntary Life AD&D
• Short-term DisabilityLong-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent)
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.