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Peraton
Cyber Security Specialist, Associate
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What they do
A Cyber Security Specialist or Technician works on monitoring, controlling, and maintaining systems that protect the security of large databases, including databases with customer information and patient files. May work on examination of client computer systems, identification of weak points in security, development and implementation of new systems, and monitoring and response to security issues.
$118,306 / year median in Arizona
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Job Requirements Fort Huachuca, AZ Secret Polygraph Unspecified Career Level not specified $66,000
- $106,000 Job Description About Peraton Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy.
- Responsible for the day to day operations of conducting routine IA Audits on all Information Systems (IS) to ensure the appropriate IA security controls have been applied and maintained
- Evaluate IS for compliance in accordance with Risk Management Framework (RMF) 800-53 Controls and Special Directives
- Assist with the continuous monitoring of RMF packages within eMASS (POA&Ms, Test Results, Risk Assessments, etc.)
- Record and/or prepare artifacts associated with the audit to ensure a repository for all system RMF documentation is kept current
- Provide Certification and Accreditation (C&A) support in the development of security and contingency plans by conducting risk and vulnerability assessments
- Use the 800 Series NIST Special Publications as reference for C&A, system security plans, risk assessment, and other security requirements
- Create, edit, and review organization and team level documentation for clarity and accuracy and assist with development of security related TTPs, SOPs, processes, plans, or diagrams
- Use automated security scanning tools (SCAP, ACAS, Tychon, etc.) to identify potential vulnerabilities
- Analyze and report findings to technical teams and leadership for appropriate tracking and mitigation
- Research RFIs from technical teams regarding
DISA STIG
checklists, and DOD/Army regulations- Explain requirements to systems administrators in detail to ensure proper understanding and clarity
- Review proposed courses of action from technical teams and recommend the most secure option while balancing operations and/or mission requirements
- Assist in the identification, tracking and remediation of security risks discovered on information systems
- Prepare and deliver detailed written reports and oral presentations to the Security Manger, Information Assurance Manager and other senior leaders or staff within the organization
- Coordinate with both internal and external entities to improve established processes and procedures; ensuring efficient execution of all analysis, tracking, mitigation and reporting requirements
- Coordinate directly with cross functional teams and management to resolve all compliance issues
- Support and/or lead special projects as required
- Complete other duties as assigned by management
Qualifications Required Skills:
- 2 years with
BS/BA, 0
years withMS/MA, 6
years no degree- Ability to obtain/maintain Secret Clearance
- US Citizenship required
- Compliant with 8140 requirements for DWCF code: 612
- Security Control Assessor
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of network specific DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides and checklists
- Knowledge of asset scanning
- Experience performing audits within a DoD organization
- Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and vulnerability management
Desired Skills:
- Knowledge of Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS)
- Knowledge of Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), and Tychon Vulnerability scanning and reporting
- Knowledge of ePolicy Orchestrator (ePO) and Continuous Monitoring and Risk Scoring (CMRS)
Details Target Salary Range:
$66,000- $106,000.