Cybersecurity Analyst Security Clearance

Position: Cybersecurity Analyst with Security Clearance
Description We are currently seeking talented and detailed-oriented Cybersecurity Analyst to join our team in support of the U.S. Coast Guard Modernized Learning Management System. This is fully Remote job opportunity. ALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATES MUST POSSESS A SECRET CLEARANCE AND AN IAT LVII CERT (ie, Sec+) As the Cybersecurity Analyst, you will be responsible for monitoring and securing our clients' computing systems, networks, and environments.

Your expertise in technical and information assurance (IA) will play a crucial role in detecting and mitigating security policy non-compliance, vulnerabilities, and risks that could jeopardize national security. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement robust security strategies for mission-critical systems and data. Join us in safeguarding valuable intelligence systems and ensuring positive mission outcomes. Job

Responsibilities include:

* Responsible for development and conduct of vulnerability assessments.
* Research, analyze and execute solution strategies to meet customer requirements.
* Develop and implement security policies and procedures.
* Stay current with the latest cyber security threats and trends.
* Collaborate with technical team members, developers and customer leadership to ensure the overall security of the organization.
* Provide risk recommendations to the customer after reviewing sponsored asset overall risk posture as part of Authority to Operate (ATO) RMF process.
* Manage/track customer sponsored assets' plan of action and milestones (POAMs) by working with various security stakeholders (ISSO/ISSE/ISSM/SCA) post authorization.
* Ensure artifacts are updated and moved through appropriate workflows, both within eMASS and with system administrators. Perform configuration and operation of the following:
* DISA Automated Security Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS).
* Tenable Security Center/Nessus.
* Trend Cloud One security operations platform.
* Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker.
* DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
* Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools.
Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelors Degree and 9 years or relevant years of experience in lieu of degree.
* US Citizen and active Secret Clearance.
* DoD 8570 certification in IAT Level II certification or above (Security+ CE, CASP+ CE, CISSP, etc.)
* Strong knowledge of cyber security best practices and standards.
* Experience with Linux and Windows system administration.
* Experience implementing RMF Process and NIST 800-53 technical controls, as well as developing and maintaining associated certification and accreditation documentation.
* Experience in conducting information systems security assessments, evaluating IA and Cybersecurity controls, and conducting and supporting RMF activities.
* Experience in applying security principles to all states of system development from requirements development through operational acceptance.
* Demonstrated knowledge in cloud and software defined networking principles and technologies.
* Ability to read technical documentation and identify alignment and/or conflict with process requirements and policies.
* Experience in developing information security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
* Familiarity with firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and vulnerability management tools.
* Proficient with configuring and running Tenable Nessus vulnerability scans.
* Conducting Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) scans.
* DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs). Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.