Junior Information Assurance Analyst

TIAG®; Frederick (MD); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Junior Information Assurance Analyst, primarily remote, responsible for RMF support, compliance with DoD and NIST cybersecurity policies, and maintaining authorization documentation. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Cybersecurity or related field, active Secret Clearance, and relevant experience. Discover a fulfilling career in a supportive environment where your contributions lead to a secure technological landscape.

Qualifications

• 2 years of RMF lifecycle support experience.
• Active DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification.
• Familiarity with NIST and DOD cybersecurity processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop RMF artifacts including SSPs and RARs.
• Conduct security control assessments for compliance.
• Support Continuous Monitoring by validating security controls.

Skills

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Cybersecurity compliance

Vulnerability management

Security control assessments

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity

Associate's Degree with additional experience

Tools

eMASS

ACAS

Job description

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TIAG is hiring a Junior Information Assurance Analyst to join our team. Candidates must possess an active Secret Clearance to be considered. This position is primarily remote.

The RMF Analyst will be responsible for providing direct Risk Management Framework (RMF) support for assigned systems, ensuring compliance with DoD and NIST cybersecurity policies and standards. The RMF Analyst will develop and maintain cybersecurity authorization documentation, support authorization and reauthorization efforts, and assist with continuous monitoring activities.

Primary Responsibilities Include

• Developing, updating, and maintaining RMF artifacts in eMASS, including SSPs, RARs, SARs, and POA&Ms.
• Conducting security control assessments to ensure compliance with NIST SP 800-53 and DHA cybersecurity standards.
• Coordinating with ISOs, ISSMs, AOs, and other cybersecurity stakeholders.
• Tracking and managing RMF milestones for IATT, ATO, and reauthorization efforts.
• Supporting IV&V activities related to cybersecurity postures.
• Identifying, documenting, and assisting in mitigating vulnerabilities found during assessments.
• Supporting Continuous Monitoring by validating security control implementation.

Required Qualifications

• Two (2) years of RMF lifecycle support experience for DoD or federal systems.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Information Assurance, or related field (Associate's with additional experience may substitute).
• Experience with the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Active DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+, CND).
• Active Secret Clearance or current interim clearance.
• Familiarity with DOD cybersecurity processes and CCL standards.
• Experience with ACAS scanning and vulnerability management.
• Experience in a DoD environment.
• Familiarity with eMASS.
• Knowledge of HIPAA compliance requirements for medical device cybersecurity.

TIAG is a federal contractor and an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, regardless of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

This policy applies to all employment terms and conditions. TIAG maintains an affirmative action plan to recruit, hire, and promote qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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