Cybersecurity Analyst II

Location: Edwards

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

JOB SUMMARY - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS A Cybersecurity Analyst II performs a variety of cybersecurity tasks in monitoring information systems and securing the Information Technology (IT) infrastructure operational environment to include developing and updating system security plans (SSPs), developing plans of action and milestones (POA&Ms), managing and controlling changes to the systems, conducting audits, providing incident response, vulnerability assessments, and assessing the security impact of security and non-security-relevant changes.

Work is at an intermediate level and involves managing deadlines and cybersecurity engineering support for members of development, sustainment, or operations and maintenance team. Employee will be responsible for the following functions/duties:
Conduct research and reference reading in obtaining technical information Keep informed of currently approved standards, codes, and procedures applied to cybersecurity specialty Perform systems engineering activities in the areas of cybersecurity/Information Assurance (IA)/System Security Engineering (SSE), and security assessment and authorization (A&A) in accordance to NIST SP 800-53 Risk Management Framework (RMF) Apply risk management concepts to mitigate vulnerabilities in system security architectures Interface with the Information System Security Manager (ISSM), program managers, system stakeholders, and external contractors to coordinate cybersecurity requirements and architecture flow down from the system level to individual elements of the system Assist in preparation of reports, correspondence, or technical studies Perform other job-related duties, as required RANGE POSITION DESCRIPTION As a professional with JT4, the Cybersecurity Analyst II will be responsible for working with a motivated team to provide cybersecurity support to various DoW systems within the USAF’s 412 TW at Edwards Air Force Base.

The Cybersecurity Analyst II will be required to analyze, propose, and implement security controls and policies to mitigate cybersecurity threats and improve system resiliency. With the constant evolution of the cybersecurity field, the Cybersecurity Analyst II will be required to maintain knowledge of current DoW and industry standard policies, best practices, cybersecurity trends, threats, and vulnerabilities and apply this knowledge at every step of the System Development Life Cycle for each system assigned.

The Cybersecurity Analyst II will be in constant communication with teammates, program managers, system administrators, and engineers- good communication skills and professionalism are a must. Only highly motivated, passionate cybersecurity professionals need apply. The Cybersecurity Analyst II will be required to:
Demonstrate strong communication skills, analytical ability, good judgment, and the ability to work effectively with the customer and fellow cybersecurity professionals to ensure JT4 and our customers operate within DoW cybersecurity policies and procedures. Clarify DoW, branch of service, and JT4 policies, producing actionable requirements to be implemented by responsible Systems Engineers (SEs), System Administrators (SAs), Program Managers (PMs), and operators.

Support the Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment and Authorization processes (Steps 0 through 4 and Step
6) throughout the various systems' cybersecurity life cycles, including documentation of RMF System Security Plans (SSPs) and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) in the DoW's Enterprise Mission Assurance Support System (eMASS). Document system design, configurations, operational procedures, compliance and non-compliance status, and existing risk mitigation techniques implemented so that the Security…