Job Title: Sr Information Assurance Analyst

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

We have an opportunity for an Sr Information Assurance Analyst to support Government customers. The chosen candidate will be responsible for performing and/or leading technical security evaluations of our DoD, Federal, and commercial clients. Security evaluations for DoD and Federal information systems will be conducted in accordance with DIACAP and FISMA C&A. Candidate will have a strong background in Certification Testing & Evaluation (CT&E) and become part of a technical engineering team responsible for configuration, testing and implementation in a major IT project.

Responsibilities

• Perform vulnerability assessments and application security evaluations utilizing commercial and DoD recognized security assessment tools such as Security Readiness Review (SRR) scripts, Nessus, Retina, DISA Gold Disk, FSO STIG Checklists, etc.
• Develop security test plans based on system architecture; dataflow; and hardware/software profile information.
• Apply INFOSEC best practice and principles to network protocols, architectures, equipment, services, standards and technology.
• Author documentation containing evaluation results and recommendations, product application guidelines, troubleshooting procedures, system schematics/diagrams, and others as required.
• Position requires the ability to pass and maintain a Security Clearance.

Formal Education & Certification

• Bachelor's degree (in Computer Science or related field) or equivalent. Master's degree in Computer Science preferred.
  
• 7-9 years of related (progressively responsible network systems engineering) experience.

Knowledge & Experience

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with OSD FIAR audit readiness requirements
• Knowledge of, and experienced in the implementation of DoD and Federal security and IA requirements as outlined in DoDI 8500.2, NIST 800-53, and DISA STIGs and will have experience with DoD Ports, Protocols, and Services (PPS), PKI, and Information Assurance
• Vulnerability Management (IAVM) policies and standards required.
• Extensive working knowledge of NIST and DoD information system security guidance, processes, and methodologies required.
• Strong background in Certification, Testing & Evaluation required.
• Strong DIACAP experience required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office Software Suite products required.
• Extensive practical knowledge in importing data for use in report software, spreadsheets, graphs, and flow charts required.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment required.
• Strong understanding of Network Security technologies to include firewalls, IDS/IPS, ACL’s, desired.
• Strong understanding of Unix/Linux, Windows, and Cisco technologies desired.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering; database administration; and/or application development Information Security consulting experience with demonstrated leadership skills
• Excellent understanding of organizational goals and objectives desired.

Personal Attributes

• Good project management skills.
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, and creative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent listening, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
• Logical and efficient, with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to conduct research into systems issues and products as required.
• Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.
• Highly self motivated and directed.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Work Conditions

• Normal working hours will be an eight (8) hour day, five (5) days per week (Monday – Friday 8AM-5PM).
• Occasional work support during other than normal hours (i.e., evening and weekend to meet deadlines).
• May be required to travel in support of system development.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard or mouse, and to handle other computer components.
• Lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as computers and peripherals.

Company Benefits:

Competitive Health care package, vision, and dental, Life Insurance coverage, 401k matching, training expense, Competitive PTO, Holiday, and Sick leave.

Zigabyte is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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