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Job description
Agile Defense is hiring a Security Analyst — a full-time, based in China Lake, CA role. Apply directly on Agile Defense's careers page below.
Security Analyst
Team: IA and Compliance
Location: China Lake, CA
Commitment: Regular
Workplace Type: onsite
Requisition #: 1567
Job Title: Security Analyst
Location: China Lake, CA
Clearance Level: Must Have Ability to Obtain a Secret Security Clearance
Required Certification(s): IAM Level II Certificate or higher (Sec+ and CAP, CASP+, CCISO, CISM, CISSP)
Job Description
- Execute and oversee RMF Documentation and Compliance: Review the accuracy and traceability of all A&A documentation within eMASS to support timely system authorization.
- Review documentation to ensure full compliance with cybersecurity policies and standards (DoD, DoW, DoN, and RMF).
- Conduct security control assessments and validations of a system's technical and non-technical security features to mitigate known threats and vulnerabilities effectively. These assessments should comprehensively identify and assess impacts while also taking into account existing risk mitigation strategies.
- Ensure the completion of all necessary RMF products and reporting in accordance with policy and in collaboration with the Security Control Assessor.
- Assist in updating any documentation related to risk assessments (such as Risk Assessment Reports, Plan of Actions & Milestones, etc.) based on the results of assessments.
- Conduct the necessary vulnerability analysis to facilitate the mitigation and determination of residual risk as required.
- Provide support for the continuous monitoring program as needed, especially when System Level Continuous Monitoring results are essential to meet ongoing authorization requirements.
- Assist in contingency planning, testing, and execution as necessary.
- Support the incident response process and actively participate in meetings with the program team, offering updates on project status.
- Applicant should possess a strong understanding of the RMF process, as well as a working knowledge of eMASS, eMASSter, STIG Viewer, SCAP Compliance Checker (SCC), VRAM, and Visio applications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to clearly report on technical findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Prior experience supporting Navy-specific systems or enterprise networks.
Education and Background
Years of Experience
Required Skills
Working Conditions
- Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
- Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
- Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
- Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
- Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
- Hustle - Be Driven. Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.
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Frequently asked questions
What skills are required for Security Analyst at Agile Defense?
The required skills for Security Analyst at Agile Defense include: Visio, CISM, CISSP.
What is the seniority level for Security Analyst at Agile Defense?
Security Analyst at Agile Defense is a Mid Level level position.
How do I apply for Security Analyst at Agile Defense?
You can view the full description and apply for Security Analyst at Agile Defense on EchoJobs: https://echojobs.io/job/agile-defense-security-analyst-3dvak.