Defensive Cyber Operations Analyst

LaunchTech is seeking a Defensive Cyber Operations Analyst to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of general work experience, 2+ years of cyber security experience, and a current DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Requirements

• Develop and provide RMF Assessment and Authorization (A&A) documentation in accordance DoD, NIST, and other governing documents
• Maintain the current, approved Authorization to Operate (ATO) for assigned system
• Gather and/or develop any needed A&A artifacts
• Update artifacts as required ensuring that they are current and document findings in the approved Risk Management Framework (RMF) or similar A&A documentation format provided
• Assist with monitoring and the implementation of security controls
• Perform work within incident management, response, and response coordination
• Gathering artifacts/data to support cybersecurity metrics and reporting
• Utilize cybersecurity tools (ACAS, STIG, Trellix ePO, Elasticsearch) to perform verification of operation in accordance with requirements
• Perform accurate and verified risk assessments that cover all of the security controls and policies for key stakeholders
• Track, monitor, and manage the information system’s Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) and provide technical assistance as required
• Analyze, verify and update PPSMs as required for programs
• Provide artifacts that support the maintenance of security packages
• Evaluate NIST 800-53 controls for applicability, generate implementation statements, and get implementations approved
• Prepare documents in support of Control Validation Tests (CVTs) to confirm compliance of ATOs submitted for RMF packages
• Perform security audits and vulnerability assessments and develop documentation and reports
• Develop policies, plans and procedures, including Incident Response, Disaster Recovery/Continuity of Operations and Cybersecurity Implementation Plans

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Mission-driven work with opportunities to grow
• And more