Defensive Cyber Operations Analyst

LaunchTech•Vandenberg Village, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

LaunchTech is a veteran-owned company that prides itself on delivering service before self and excellence in all we do. We are seeking dynamic professionals who embody our core values of Integrity, Commitment, and Excellence to join our growing Crew in support of our customers across the federal, state, and commercial markets. We are seeking a Defensive Cyber Operations Analyst to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract.

Requirements

Must have 4, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience
May be reduced with completion of advanced education
Must have 2, or more, years of cyber security experience
Must have a high level of understanding for computer systems, operating systems, and network architecture
Must have a firm understanding and experience with Microsoft Office Suite
Must have experience with Configuration Management processes and workflows
Must have a current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE)
Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Nice To Haves

Have experience with conducting system and log auditing
Have experience with endpoint security enforcement and validation
Have experience with vulnerability management
Have experience with eMASS
Be familiar with Security Controls Traceability Matrix (SCTM)

Responsibilities

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