The IA Engineer will perform cybersecurity authorization services, including acting as a main point of contact for cybersecurity authorization related aspects to the assigned authorization packages, ensuring authorizations are maintained per security policies and procedures and maintaining compliance and ongoing reporting to management.
Responsibilities include:
Serve as a primary information system security engineer (ISSE) for Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages under the Risk Management Framework (RMF)
Assist in the development and review of ATO submissions and coordinate all updates and corrections to assessment and authorization (A&A) artifacts
Evaluate software and hardware during pre-acquisition phases to determine its ability to meet minimum security requirements based on NIST SP 800-53 Rev4 security controls.
Author, review, coordinate and submit cybersecurity authorization required artifacts to eMASS (including change requests) to achieve milestones such as Interim Authority to Test (IATT) and ATO in accordance with the project schedule.
Support conducting cybersecurity authorization activities to comply with all current Cybersecurity and IA manuals, instructions, and guides within the DoDI 8500.01, DON 5239, and Marine Corps ECSMs.
Continuously monitor system resources through automated scanning and implement automated reporting feeds to support cybersecurity authorizations
Verify patch compliance using the approved technical solution (i.e., Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)), Information Assurance Vulnerability Alert (IAVA) compliance dashboards, and Microsoft Defender for Endpoints.
Coordinate with local administrators to troubleshoot and elevate patching issues in a timely manner in order to meet patch compliance timelines.
Assist with the implementation of security procedures, and verify information system security requirements, including coordinating the execution, review, and disposition of Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) checklists for systems, applications, developed code and other components.
Independently develop and maintain system security documentation, including drafting, reviewing, editing and recommending guidance for Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Tactics, Techniques, & Procedures (TTP), Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) and Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) Score Card.
Support site visits / audits, including System Readiness Reviews (SRR)
Assist in managing the day-to-day activities of Cybersecurity Authorizations
Ensure secure, effective and efficient operation of network systems, architecture, and topology
Assist with the development and application of business processes to ensure they have the appropriate level of security
Discuss and document the Ports, Protocols and Services (PPS) to include ensuring the dataflows are accurate, CAL boundaries crossed are compliant, and registrations with the AO are completed per DODI 8551.1
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BS degree and 4-8 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 2-6 years of prior relevant experience in Cybersecurity, Information Security, IT, EE, Network Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
US Citizen and DoD Secret Clearance
Experience with RMF
Hands-on experience with a variety of cybersecurity tools.
Hands-on experience in working with DoD networks.
Experience in FISMA and other information assurance assurance-related compliance reporting.
Ability to multi-task, self-assign work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Analytical, communication and troubleshooting skills that enable proactive and effective collaboration with a virtual team, including the ability to clearly articulate status and present to both customers and program leadership.
Experience in one of the following areas: cybersecurity assessment, vulnerability scanning, integration and testing, data analytics or security operations.
Knowledge of cybersecurity assessment and authorization (A&A) and associated processes, procedures, and activities in accordance with DoDID 8500.01, DoDI 8551.01, and other applicable NIST instructions, guidelines.
Experience supporting the formal Cybersecurity/IA testing required by government accrediting authorities and preparing System Security Plans.
Communication abilities, both verbal and written, including business writing on complex topics
Understanding of supporting security initiatives, conducting security monitoring, reporting and maintaining security compliance following security regulations and policies.
Knowledge of Security Engineering and Architecture, Certification and Accreditation, Vulnerability Assessment, Incident Management, Vulnerability Management, Security Operations, and Policy and Program Development
Motivated self-starter with ability to lead and work in a matrix organization and communicate effectively with peers and program leadership
Hold an active security certification that meets DOD 8570 IAT level II or higher, such as Security+ CE or other.
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.