STINGRAI Information Assurance Analyst - 29461

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 93,366 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) All-Domain Operations in Key West is seeking an Information Assurance Analyst to design, implement, and sustain secure cyber architectures that support JIATF South’s mission networks and platforms.

The role emphasizes RMF artifact creation, DoD IA policy compliance, and collaboration with engineers and interagency partners to strengthen digital resilience and mission effectiveness. Ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Information Assurance, cybersecurity engineering, or system architecture.
• Hands-on experience with RMF, DoD IA policies, and Navy cybersecurity guidance.
• Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance enterprise cybersecurity architectures supporting JIATF South’s networks, mission systems, sensors, and D&M platforms.
• Lead Information Assurance activities ensuring compliance with DoD, DON, RMF, NIST, and JIATF South security policies, directives, and accreditation requirements.
• Oversee the integration of security controls into system designs, modernization efforts, and technology refresh cycles.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and defensive capabilities to strengthen JIATF South’s cyber posture and support mission resiliency.
• Prepare RMF artifacts, including System Security Plans, Security Assessment Reports, POA&M, and continuous monitoring documentation.

Skills

Information Assurance

Cybersecurity engineering

System architecture

RMF

DoD IA policies

Navy cybersecurity guidance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

Tools

ACAS

HBSS/ESS

SIEM platforms

Endpoint protection

Job description

STINGRAI Information Assurance Analyst - 29461

Location: Key West, FL, Florida, United States

Requisition Number: 29461

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $93,366.00-$125,000.00

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience: MidHI

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.

HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision‑making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People– Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships– Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership– Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First– Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future– Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency– Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

Summary

The Information Assurance (IA) / Cybersecurity Architect provides senior‑level cybersecurity, systems protection, and architectural oversight to Joint Interagency Task Force South (JIATF South) at Naval Air Station Key West, Florida. JIATF South conducts Detection and Monitoring (D&M) operations across a broad Joint Operating Area to facilitate interdiction of illicit trafficking and strengthen U.S. and partner‑nation security. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and sustaining secure, compliant, and mission‑ready cyber architectures that enable continuous operations.

The IA / Cybersecurity Architect ensures that JIATF South’s critical systems and operational networks remain secure, resilient, and compliant while supporting high‑tempo D&M operations. Robust cybersecurity architecture directly enables interdiction efforts, strengthens interagency collaboration, and protects national and partner‑nation security interests.

This requisition supports hiring at multiple experience levels. Final placement will be determined based on the selected applicant’s qualifications, experience, and skill sets.

What You Will Do

• Develop, maintain, and enhance enterprise cybersecurity architectures supporting JIATF South’s operational networks, mission systems, sensors, and D&M platforms.
• Lead Information Assurance activities ensuring compliance with DoD, DON, RMF, NIST, and JIATF South security policies, directives, and accreditation requirements.
• Oversee the integration of security controls into system designs, modernization efforts, and technology refresh cycles.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and defensive capabilities to strengthen JIATF South’s cyber posture and support mission resiliency.
• Prepare and maintain RMF artifacts, including System Security Plans, Security Assessment Reports, POA&Ms, and continuous monitoring documentation.
• Conduct architecture reviews, risk assessments, and cybersecurity impact analyses for new systems, upgrades, or mission changes.
• Collaborate with system engineers, intelligence teams, operational units, partner nations, and interagency stakeholders to ensure cyber requirements align with real‑time mission needs.
• Investigate IA‑related incidents, conduct root cause analysis, and advise leadership on remediation strategies and long‑term architectural improvements.
• Ensure cybersecurity engineering principles are embedded in network design, cloud adoption strategies, and data flow configurations supporting D&M operations.
• Guide the deployment and tuning of cybersecurity tools such as ACAS, HBSS/ESS, endpoint protection suites, SIEM platforms, and network defense sensors.

What We Are Looking For

• Level 3: 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
• Level 4: 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
• Level 5: 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 10 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19 years relevant experience.
• Strong background in Information Assurance, cybersecurity engineering, or system architecture.
• Hands‑on experience with RMF, DoD IA policies, and Navy cybersecurity guidance.
• Demonstrated ability to develop or evaluate secure system architectures and cybersecurity design artifacts.
• Excellent communication skills with experience supporting joint, interagency, or partner‑nation mission environments.
• Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.

Preferred: Bonus Points For...

• Clearance: Posses and maintains a TS/SCI clearance.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CAP, CCSP, CISM, or similar architecture/IA‑focused credentials.
• Experience supporting maritime or aerial detection and monitoring operations or similar DoD operational missions.
• Knowledge of secure network design, cross‑domain solutions, classified system protection, and mission system integration.

Physical Requirements

May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all‑domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers.

We look forward to meeting you.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

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