System Cybersecurity - Journeyman

Avint; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full health insurance

Generous time off

Reimbursement for courses and tuition

Observation of federal holidays

Job summary

A reputable cybersecurity firm is seeking a System Cybersecurity Journeyman to enhance cybersecurity measures and support Risk Management Framework activities at Hanscom AFB, MA. The ideal candidate must be a U.S. citizen with an active Secret clearance and relevant certifications. This role offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 to $130,000, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen with an active Secret clearance.
• Proven experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• DoD 8570.01 baseline certification such as Security+ or CISSP.

Responsibilities

• Support system/application authorization and accreditation efforts.
• Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments.
• Recommend policies to protect information systems.
• Evaluate systems security and conduct audits.
• Facilitate evidence gathering for computer crimes.

Skills

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

DoD 8570.01 certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP)

Vulnerability assessments

Security policy development

Cybersecurity standards

Job description

Avint, LLC is seeking a dedicated and technically proficient System Cybersecurity Journeyman to join our team. The ideal candidate will support comprehensive cybersecurity and Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of mission‑critical systems and data. This individual will play a key role in strengthening security posture through system authorization efforts, vulnerability assessments, policy guidance, and the application of DoD cybersecurity standards.

This position requires a U.S. citizen with an active Secret clearance, proven experience with RMF, and a DoD 8570.01 baseline certification such as Security+ or CISSP.

This position is 100% on-site at Hanscom AFB, MA.

Responsibilities:

• Support the system/application authorization and accreditation (A&A) effort, to include assessing and guiding the quality and completeness of A&A activities, tasks, and resulting artifacts mandated by governing DoD and Air Force policies [i.e., Risk Management Framework (RMF)].
• Recommend policies and procedures to ensure the reliability of and accessibility to information systems and to prevent and defend against unauthorized access to systems, networks, and data.
• Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments of planned and installed information systems to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and protection needs.
• Promote awareness of security issues among management and ensuring sound security principles are reflected in organizations’ visions and goals.
• Conduct systems security evaluations, audits, and reviews.
• Recommend systems security contingency plans and disaster recovery procedures.
• Recommend and implement programs to ensure that systems, network, and data users are aware of, understand, and adhere to systems security policies and procedures.
• Participate in network and systems design to ensure implementation of appropriate systems security policies.
• Facilitate the gathering, analysis, and preservation of evidence used in the prosecution of computer crimes.
• Assess security events to determine impact and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure the rigorous application of information security/cybersecurity policies, principles, and practices in the delivery of all IT services.
• Perform the Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) duties in an Information Assurance Workforce System Architecture and Engineering (IASAE) position as outlined in AFI 33-200, AFI 33-210 and AFMAN 33-285 for assigned systems.
• Perform the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) duties as outlined in DoDI 8510.01 for assigned systems/applications.
• Perform the Information System Security Officer (ISSO) duties as outlined in DoDI 8510.01 for assigned systems/applications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Must be a US citizen
• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Risk Management Framework (RMF) experience
• DoD 8570.01 certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP)

Joining Avint is a win‑win proposition! You will feel the personal touch of a small business and receive BIG business benefits, from competitive salaries, full health insurance, generous time off, and observation of federal holidays. Additionally, we encourage every Avint employee to further their professional development. To assist you in achieving your goals, we offer reimbursement for courses, exams, and tuition. Interested in a class, conference, program, or degree? Avint will invest in YOU and your professional development! Salary Range: $120,000 to $130,000.