Information Security Analyst (SME) with Security Clearance

IPTA; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Information Security Analyst to join their Technology Solutions Team in Huntsville. This role involves supporting Cybersecurity authorization for classified networks, managing risk assessment requirements, and ensuring compliance with stringent security protocols. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in Cybersecurity, excellent communication skills, and a passion for solving complex business problems. Join a team that values innovation, integrity, and continuous learning, and contribute to delivering impactful solutions for major government and business organizations.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in cybersecurity roles with a focus on classified systems.
• DoD 8570 Level II/III certification is desired.

Responsibilities

• Support Cybersecurity authorization for classified networks and systems.
• Evaluate technical processes for A&A activities and ensure compliance.
• Develop training and procedures for RMF 2.0 transition.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Technical Knowledge in Cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field

Tools

VMS

IAVAs

SCAP

HBSS

ACAS

VDP

ISCM

AWS

Azure

Job description

Information Security Analyst (SME) with Security Clearance

Information Security Analyst (SME) Huntsville, AL

IPTA's Technology Solutions Team is passionate about providing our customers with technical solutions that satisfy their business needs. Through collaborative interactions with customers, team members, subject matter experts (SMEs), technical leaders, and partners we design practical solutions that solve real problems for major government and business organizations. As a member of our Technology Solutions group, you will work with a team of technologists focused on delivering innovative business solutions using emerging technologies through proven successful methods.

Our Team: We are looking for talented people who are enthusiastic about applying technology to deliver innovative outcomes with "fierce determination, fearless integrity, and passionate service." Our belief is that our people are the key to success. By encouraging and enabling continued learning, our team members grow to achieve their personal career goals.

We are looking for:

1. Smart people with a passion for technology
2. Ability to solve challenging business problems
3. Self–directed professionals
4. Hunger to continually learn and grow

Responsibilities:

1. Perform the supporting technical role and actions necessary to support and participate in the Cybersecurity authorization of classified networks and systems.
2. Support the vulnerability programs–VMS/IAVAs/SCAP HBSS/ACAS/VDP/ISCM.
3. Interpret and remediate scan results in the context of defense in depth, network/computer security, consistent with mission requirements.
4. Evaluate and validate technical processes used to support A&A activities necessary to assure that classified systems meet the organization's Cybersecurity requirements.
5. Provide support to Security Controls Assessors and Validators to ensure authorization information, documentation, and related tasks are provided in accordance with authorization schedules and approved formats.
6. Perform actions as RMF POC and shall assist in managing DoD Cybersecurity risk assessment requirements for classified information systems, including standalone and Government Cloud (AWS/Azure) information systems.
7. Ensure all classified technical data is controlled in accordance with the appropriate classification level cited for information products.
8. Assist in the cleanup of unclassified & classified spillage data when information is spilled onto media that are under the administrative oversight of the Contractor.
9. Support the transition to and operation under RMF 2.0 as directed by the Government for systems.
10. Develop training, processes, and procedures to support the transition.
11. Make necessary changes to documentation and eMass packages to support ATOs under RMF 2.0.
12. Analyze the RMF 2.0 transition impacts and then propose and implement Government–approved technical and cybersecurity solutions to ensure consistent ATOs for its applications, systems, and networks.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in related field.
2. Great communication and organizational skills.
3. Fifteen (15) years of prior experience in a similar role.
4. DoD 8570 Level II/III certification desired.
5. US Secret Clearance.

IPTA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, status as a veteran or disabled veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions, including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay–offs, returns from lay–off, terminations, and social and recreational programs on the principles of equal employment opportunity. Our employees have diverse backgrounds, skills, and ideas that collectively contribute to a rich working environment and greater opportunity for innovation.