Abacus Technology

Cyber Security Analyst

Abacus Technology • $80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of IT and systems support experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Security+ CE certification required
  • Strong knowledge of Air Force, DoD, and Federal Information Assurance directives
  • Familiarity with cyber security RMF process and Cyber Defense practices
  • Experience with SharePoint, Windows OS (Desktop and Server), Active Directory, and MS Office
  • Knowledge of ServiceNow and proficiency in Computer/Server Hardware

Responsibilities

  • Provide information assurance oversight and guidance to customer community
  • Ensure systems/networks meet security requirements and mitigate risks
  • Deliver technical support for system certification and accreditation processes
  • Track and resolve all security-related problem reports
  • Support Certification and Accreditation (C&A) and re-accreditation
  • Document and maintain configuration management for systems and networks
  • Assist with TEMPEST certification for secure processing areas

Benefits

  • Full-time position at Hanscom AFB
  • Opportunity to work in a government setting
  • Engagement with U.S. Air Force information assurance programs
  • Involvement in significant security projects and compliance initiatives
  • Impact on national security through cyber defense efforts
Full Job Description
Overview

Abacus Technology is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to provide information assurance support at Hanscom AFB.  This is a full-time position.

Responsibilities
  • Provide information assurance oversight, guidance and support to the customer community in accordance with Federal, Department of Defense, and U.S. Air Force Information Assurance programs.
  • Ensure applicable systems/networks/computing environments meet security requirements and that all security risks for those environments are properly mitigated.
  • Provide technical and programmatic information assurance/cyber security services in support of system-level certification and accreditation processes.
  • Track and manage all open security-related problem reports and fixes.
  • Provide necessary support for Certification and Accreditation (C&A) requirements as well as re-accreditation requirements.
  • Ensure configuration management for systems/networks/computing systems and hardware is documented and maintained.
  • Support creation, management, and processing of accounts, DLP.
  • Provide support with Classified Message Incidents.
  • Review all Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) alerts, bulletins and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGS) for applicable implementation and remediation in the customer’s network/computing environment(s).
  • Provide support to maintain a comprehensive network security policy.
  • Create, review and update standard operating procedures and AF Checklists.
  • Review FFRDC System Security Plans and provide support as needed.
  • Assist with TEMPEST certification for Classified Processing Areas.
Qualifications

3+ years experience in IT and systems support.  Bachelor’s degree in a related field.  Additional years of experience may be substituted for degree requirements.  Must be Security+ CE certified.  Strong knowledge of Air Force, DoD and applicable Federal Information Assurance/Cyber Security Directives and Instructions.  Knowledge of cyber security including the RMF process and Cyber Defense.  Experience with SharePoint; Windows Desktop Operating Systems; Windows Server Operating Systems; Active Directory; and MS Office.  Knowledge of ServiceNow.  Proficient with Computer and Server Hardware.  Able to capture and report metrics.  Able to resolve issues quickly and efficiently.  Must be self-motivated, able to work well in a team or independently, and have strong customer service skills, troubleshooting skills, and communication skills.  Must be a US citizen and hold a current Secret clearance.

 

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

 

About Abacus Technology

Abacus Technology is a provider of information technology services and solutions to government agencies and the private sector. The company offers a range of services, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, software development, and program management. Abacus Technology was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Chevy Chase, Maryland.
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1983

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