Information assurance analyst job description

Razor has openings for Information Assurance Analysts.
This individual's primary responsibility will be to track efforts and perform tasks related to A&A within VA to ensure assigned information systems, devices, and networks can obtain and maintain Authorization to Operate (ATO) and other decisions. This individual will plan, coordinate, and lead teams to conduct assessments of information systems and networks to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and security requirements in accordance with the VA A&A process. Secondary responsibilities include testing CCIs, validating Security Plans, weekly status updates, and extensive work in eMASS packages. This individual will be responsible for supporting VA SCARs, the VA Security Control Assessor (SCA), and other VA cybersecurity leadership in the execution and enforcement of VA Cyber Security and RMF process.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in Cybersecurity within the Department of Veterans Affairs
• 5+ years of experience performing Information Assurance (IA) controls analysis, testing, and risk assessments
• Working knowledge of eMASS (Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service)
• Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 and 800-37, CNSSI 1254, and other VA Risk Management policies
• Ability to identify and evaluate major applications, infrastructure, enclaves, and Enterprise environments based on accreditation boundaries
• Knowledge of defense-in-depth and other information security and assurance principles and associated supporting technologies
• Capable of providing thoughtful feedback to the ISO, ISSO and other VA Cyber Security leadership in to identify risks, communicate recommended courses of action, and recommend process improvements

Nice If You Have:

• Ability to work as an independent security practitioner and participate in a small team of security personnel reviewing the same system
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to organize, analyze, and write technical documents that can be understood by non-technical individuals
• Must have MS Degree or BS Degree + 10 years exp
• Must qualify for US Goverment
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In this role, you will provide technical support for the assessment and authorization (A&A) of systems in accordance with DoDI 8510.01 Risk Management Framework (RMF). In this role, you will ensure the designs, development and implementation of hardware and software associated with the EWOCS program comply with DoDI 8500.01 and NIST SP 800-53. Maintains close technical involvement with all contributing developmental and customer organizations and is a key customer interface.

The Information Assurance Analyst will be responsible for but not limited to:

• Act as the Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all design, development, and integration activities associated with the EWOCS Program ensuring that all required security functions are implemented IAW DoDI 8510.01 and compliant with DoDI 8500.01 without impacting system functionality
• Act as primary technical interface to the government and contract partners for recurring status and technical interchange meetings
• Perform security audits and vulnerability/risk assessments
• Ensure all designs, modifications and implementations are in compliance with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
• Develop Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) for non-compliant security controls
• Develop policies, plans and procedures, including Incident Response, Disaster Recovery/Continuity of Operations and Cybersecurity Implementation Plans
• Perform other duties and assignments as required

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Possess a Bachelor's Degree and two (2+) years of relevant experience; Master's Degree and no experience; High School Diploma/GED and eight (8+) years of relevant experience with equivalent security experience, to include two (2+) years of cybersecurity or information assurance experience
• Have demonstrated experience with ACAS/Nessus, SCAP Compliance Checker, STIG Viewer, and Wireshark.
• Possess an active DoD 8570.01-M Information Assurance Technical (IAT) II certification (Security+, SSCP, GSEC, CCNA Security, GICSP)
• Have demonstrated experience with Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS).
• Possess active Secret security clearance

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree and four (4) years of relevant experience; Master's Degree and two (2) years of relevant experience; High School Diploma/GED and 10 years of relevant experience with equivalent security experience, to include four (4+) years of cybersecurity or information assurance experience
• Possess active Information Assurance Management (IAM) II certification (CISSP, CISM, CAP, CASP)
• Possess an active Computing Environment certification (Cisco, Juniper, RedHat, Windows)
• Have knowledge or experience with Vandenberg Air Force Base (VAFB) and/or Missile Defense Agency (MDA) systems
• Have demonstrated experience leading a security team and interacting with external customers
• Self-driven and results oriented, capable of effectively working multiples tasks
• Have strong verbal and written communications skills, including proficiency with MS Office Suite

Peraton Overview

Peraton drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted and highly differentiated national security solutions and technologies that keep people safe and secure. Peraton serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies across the intelligence, space, cyber, defense, civilian, health, and state and local markets. Every day, our employees do the can't be done, solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers.

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Veteran.

For Colorado Residents Colorado Salary Minimum: $52,400
Colorado Salary Maximum: $127,100

The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position, and is just one component of Peraton's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Peraton provides a variety of benefits to employees.

In this role, you will provide technical support for the assessment and authorization (A&A) of systems in accordance with DoDI 8510.01 Risk Management Framework (RMF). In this role, you will ensure the designs, development and implementation of hardware and software associated with the EWOCS program comply with DoDI 8500.01 and NIST SP 800-53. Maintains close technical involvement with all contributing developmental and customer organizations and is a key customer interface.

The Information Assurance Analyst will be responsible for but not limited to:

• Act as the Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all design, development, and integration activities associated with the EWOCS Program ensuring that all required security functions are implemented IAW DoDI 8510.01 and compliant with DoDI 8500.01 without impacting system functionality
• Act as primary technical interface to the government and contract partners for recurring status and technical interchange meetings
• Perform security audits and vulnerability/risk assessments
• Ensure all designs, modifications and implementations are in compliance with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
• Develop Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) for non-compliant security controls
• Develop policies, plans and procedures, including Incident Response, Disaster Recovery/Continuity of Operations and Cybersecurity Implementation Plans
• Perform other duties and assignments as required

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Possess a Bachelor's Degree and two (2+) years of relevant experience; Master's Degree and no experience; High School Diploma/GED and eight (8+) years of relevant experience with equivalent security experience, to include two (2+) years of cybersecurity or information assurance experience
• Have demonstrated experience with ACAS/Nessus, SCAP Compliance Checker, STIG Viewer, and Wireshark.
• Possess an active DoD 8570.01-M Information Assurance Technical (IAT) II certification (Security+, SSCP, GSEC, CCNA Security, GICSP)
• Have demonstrated experience with Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS).
• Possess active Secret security clearance

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree and four (4) years of relevant experience; Master's Degree and two (2) years of relevant experience; High School Diploma/GED and 10 years of relevant experience with equivalent security experience, to include four (4+) years of cybersecurity or information assurance experience
• Possess active Information Assurance Management (IAM) II certification (CISSP, CISM, CAP, CASP)
• Possess an active Computing Environment certification (Cisco, Juniper, RedHat, Windows)
• Have knowledge or experience with Vandenberg Air Force Base (VAFB) and/or Missile Defense Agency (MDA) systems
• Have demonstrated experience leading a security team and interacting with external customers
• Self-driven and results oriented, capable of effectively working multiples tasks
• Have strong verbal and written communications skills, including proficiency with MS Office Suite

Peraton Overview

Peraton drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted and highly differentiated national security solutions and technologies that keep people safe and secure. Peraton serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies across the intelligence, space, cyber, defense, civilian, health, and state and local markets. Every day, our employees do the can't be done, solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers.

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Veteran.

For Colorado Residents Colorado Salary Minimum: $52,400
Colorado Salary Maximum: $127,100

The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position, and is just one component of Peraton's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Peraton provides a variety of benefits to employees.