Senior Cybersecurity Analyst

Astrion • $130K *
Washington, DC 20011In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Master's degree with 10 years or Bachelor's with 15 years of relevant experience in cybersecurity; or high school graduate with 20+ years experience.
  • In-depth knowledge of all steps in the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process.
  • Experience in leading RMF package development efforts to achieve or renew Authorization to Operate (ATO).
  • Understanding of DoD and DON cyber policies, including NIST 800-53 and related directives.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to manage personnel and tasks.

Responsibilities

  • Provide cybersecurity expertise to surface combat system program offices.
  • Lead the full lifecycle of RMF processes for platform IT systems and associated approvals.
  • Ensure RMF package submissions meet NAVSEA Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
  • Develop and review detailed Assessment & Authorization documentation per DoD guidelines.
  • Review systems scans/tests for compliance using automated tools.
  • Collaborate with NAVSEA and PEO IWS for adherence to cybersecurity regulations in system development.
  • Assist in RMF package development activities as an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE).

Benefits

  • Full-time position with required onsite presence at Washington Navy Yard 4 days a week.
  • Opportunities for professional development within a defense-focused organization.
  • Engagement in complex cybersecurity initiatives related to national defense.
  • Potential for career advancement within the military and defense sector.
Full Job Description
Overview

Senior Cybersecurity Analyst

LOCATION: Washington DC - Navy Yard

JOB STATUS: Full-time

CLEARANCE: Secret

CERTIFICATION: DoD 8140 IAT Level II

TRAVEL: As Needed

SALARY RANGE: Estimated $130,000+ USD Annually*

*depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst located at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, DC. Work for this position is onsite at Washington Navy Yard a minimum of 4 days per week.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
  • A master's degree in a relevant field and ten (10) years of relevant experience in cyber security, information system management, software development, design or authorization; or
  • A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and fifteen (15) years of relevant experience in cyber security, information system management, software development, design or authorization; or
  • A high school degree, or a GED, and more than twenty (20) years of relevant experience in cyber security, information system management, software development, design or authorization.
  • In depth knowledge of all steps in the RMF Process.
  • Ideal candidate has Risk Management Framework (RMF) package development knowledge and can lead efforts to bring platform technology systems through the full lifecycle of the RMF process to achieve/renew an Authorization to Operate (ATO).
  • Knowledge of DoD and DON cyber policies and procedures and/or NIST 800-53, DoDI 8500.01, and DoDI 8510.01.
  • Must be flexible in adapting to deadlines, changing schedules, competing priorities, and unpredictable events.
  • Ideal candidate has demonstrated ability to assign work and manage personnel and tasks.
  • Familiar with and able to present data and recommendations to Government and Military leadership.
  • Thorough, detail oriented, and organized, with excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects at once.
  • Superb verbal and written communication skills.
  • Self-motivated and independent thinker with out-of-the-box ideas.
  • Leadership skills.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
  • Familiarity with PEO IWS organization and systems.
  • Familiarity with the NAVSEA FAO RMF Process.
  • Working knowledge of DoD, DON, NAVSEA, and PEO cyber regulations.
  • Proficient in eMASS and eMASSter tool.


RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provide cybersecurity expertise to surface combat system program offices.
  • Lead efforts to bring Platform Information Technology systems and other systems through the full life cycle of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process to achieve/renew Authority to Operate (ATO).
  • Review RMF package submission to ensure alignment with the NAVSEA Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
  • Develops, coordinates, and reviews detailed Assessment & Authorization documentation in accordance with DoD Instruction 8510.01 - DoD Information Assurance Assessment and Authorization (A&A) Process (RMF).
  • Review systems scans/tests using the Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker (SCC), and the Assured Content Assessment Solution (ACAS).
  • Work with the NAVSEA, PEO IWS, combat system program offices to ensure DOD/DON cybersecurity regulations and best practices are followed in the design, development, and sustainment of the integrated combat systems and weapon systems.
  • Assist in RMF package development activities as an ISSE.

About Astrion

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