Cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization; A&A Specialist

Cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization (A&A) Specialist

Requisition Number: 26161

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Salary Range: $86,246.00 - $

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of

Experience:

Mid

HII is seeking a talented and motivated Cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization (A&A) Specialist to join our dynamic team supporting the Air Force Cloud and Dev Sec Ops  environment. As a vital member of our Security Control Assessor (SCA) team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the security and compliance of cutting‑edge IT systems that directly empower the Air Force warfighter.

This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of cybersecurity innovation and contribute to the defense of our nation.

• Cloud Security: Serve as senior cloud security practitioner. Apply DoD best practices such as the Cloud Security Requirements Guide and Secure Cloud Computing Architecture, and perform analysis of cloud architecture based on these policies.
• Assessment: Conduct independent cybersecurity assessments of assigned programs, adhering to the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Air Force policies. Perform technical testing and validation of cybersecurity posture, identify vulnerabilities and recommend remediation strategies.
• Authorization: Document assessment findings in a comprehensive Security Assessment Report (SAR). Analyze vulnerability and threat information, develop risk reports and briefings to the Authorizing Official and program leadership, and collaborate on effective risk mitigation plans.

• Cyber Technical Specialist:
  • Experience with one or more cloud providers such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, GCP, or OCI; familiarity with government clouds (e.g., Cloud One or Cloud Works) is a plus.
  • Provide guidance to clients on cybersecurity best practices for cloud environments. Knowledge of CIS Cloud Security Benchmarks and ability to automate compliance checks is important.
  • Utilize industry‑leading security tools to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities (e.g., AWS Security Hub, Guard Duty, Microsoft Defender/Sentinel).
• Cyber Collaborator:
  • Collaborate effectively with system owners, developers and stakeholders to integrate security throughout the system development lifecycle.
  • Communicate technical information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences; prepare executive‑level briefings and reports to senior management.
  • Produce high‑quality technical documentation and actionable reports on security and policy issues.

• Experience &
  
  Education:
  
  
  • Cloud Engineer 2 – 2 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; or High School Diploma and 6 years of relevant experience.
  • Cloud Engineer 3 – 5 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; or High School Diploma and 9 years of relevant experience.
  • Cloud Engineer 4 – 9 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; or High School Diploma and 13 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge Base:
  • Strong understanding of information security principles: access control, authentication, system hardening, vulnerability management, and data protection.
  • Practical IT experience across Windows, Linux, containerized platforms, cloud services and Dev Sec Ops  practice.
• Preferred
  
  Certifications:
  
  
  • DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certification.
  • AWS Certified Security Specialist, AWS Certified Solution Architect, Azure Security Engineer, or similar.
• Security Clearance: A Secret clearance is required.
• Work Locations: Must work on customer site at Hanscom AFB and HII office in Concord, MA; travel estimated at 10%.

Competitive benefits including medical, dental and vision plan options, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, 401(k) savings plan, financial planning tools, life insurance, paid holidays and paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and educational scholarships. Bonus or other non‑recurring compensation may be offered at recruiter discretion.

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, veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact or call 1‑844‑849‑8463
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