Cyber Security Analyst

The successful candidate will provide full-time direct support to the Program Protection and Systems Engineering Leads for Advanced Radars programs in support of PEO IWS 2.0 Above Water Sensors and Lasers. You will serve as an RMF and Cyber SME within the Program Protection Working Group and provide direct support working as the Lead Cybersecurity Analyst representing and augmenting the government supporting Authorizations and Assessment and Cyber Security efforts. You will be responsible for directly managing new and existing Navy Advanced Radar information system ATO packages. You will be expected to oversee and maintain the Cyber security posture and Authority to Operate compliance measures for all RMF packages.

Responsibilities will include providing technical and programmatic services and an ability to understand and communicate effectively with technical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) across all levels of government and industry.

The Advanced Radars programs are in transition to the In-service Engineering Agent (ISEA) so the candidate must be very adaptable.

A hybrid work environment is acceptable; however, you must have the ability to work regularly from SPA's 20 M St. office in the Washington Navy Yard area and travel up to 5% of the time. Travel requirements may increase as the Advanced Radars programs evolve through the lifecycle.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Serve as the Lead Cybersecurity Analyst and Cyber Security SME who ensures that the highest quality products and services are delivered
• Lead and manage efforts to bring Advanced Radars platform information technology systems through the full life cycle of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes to achieve/renew Authority to Operate (ATO)
• Lead and manage the Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities according to (CNSSI-1253, NIST 800-37, NIST 800-53, etc.) for all Advanced Radars information systems
• Support post Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) Phase ATO development, cyber policy implementation, artifact development, requirements development and implementation updates
• Perform verification and validation of delivered systems; develop test plans and procedures
• Assist with the assessment of Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) scans & Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
• Communicate risks and issues to the Government client, prime contractor, and PEO IWS 2.0 designated Qualified Navy Validator and Functional Authorizing Official

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:

Mandatory

• Possess DOD SECRET security clearance
• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years of Navy experience providing information assurance, engineering, or operational support, including experience with eMASS and DISA STIGs and STIG Viewer experience
• Hands-on experience to validate control implementations and test procedures
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills
• Proficiency with MS Office suite
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Must be energetic, thoughtful, product-oriented, dependable, flexible, open-minded individual with an eagerness to learn with demonstrated strong work ethic
• Demonstrated forward thinking and proactive problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an acquisition program office environment, with documentation, protocols, formats, and deadlines

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to "Be the Difference". This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish, and our company continuously evolves.

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation,

and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.

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Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, and Huntsville, AL with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

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