Information Assurance Analyst

Falconwood, Inc.•Suffolk, VA

2d•$90,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Falconwood is seeking an Information Assurance Analyst to develop and review Risk Management Framework (RMF) packages in support of the Commander, Naval Information Forces (NAVIFOR) N6 Directorate. The analyst will support Assessment and Authorization efforts for NAVIFOR N6 and subordinate commands, including authorization efforts throughout the Navy RMF process and the quality and timely delivery of RMF package artifacts. The role also supports continuous improvement of strategies, processes, and procedures aligned with existing Department of the Navy processes, and the planning, outreach, execution, and dissemination of lessons learned and after-action reports. This is an onsite position in Suffolk, Virginia. Limited to no travel is anticipated. The stated base pay range is $90,000–$100,000, subject to skill level, qualifications, and location.

Requirements

Current TS/SCI clearance, with a current SSBI within the five-year scope.
Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
One of the following certifications: GIAC Security Leadership Certification (GSLC), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).
At least one year of relevant experience performing Navy information assurance or cybersecurity functions.
Familiarity with the Navy RMF process.
Ability to work effectively individually and as part of a team.
Strong communication, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Self-motivation and ability to deliver successfully with minimal supervision.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an IT operational capacity, such as operations or project support, or helpdesk work.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
Familiarity with U.S. Navy culture, processes, command organizations, and IT infrastructures.
Ability to analyze information assurance-related technical problems and provide recommendations and technical support to resolve them.
Ability to assess and support implementation of solutions that meet network security requirements.
Experience with vulnerability and risk analyses of computer systems and applications throughout all phases of the system development life cycle.
Advanced technical writing skills for developing documentation, reports, and training materials.
Technical savvy and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

Support program authorization efforts throughout the Navy RMF process.
Track the quality and timely completion of RMF package artifacts and deliverables.
Analyze information assurance-related technical problems and provide recommendations and technical support to resolve them.
Assess and support implementation of solutions that meet network security requirements.
Review vulnerability and risk analyses of computer systems and applications throughout all phases of the system development life cycle.
Develop and review RMF packages.
Support continuous improvement of strategies, processes, and procedures aligned with existing Department of the Navy processes.
Ensure planning, outreach, execution, and dissemination of lessons learned and after-action reports.