Information Assurance Technical Specialist

Systems Planning and Analysis•Cape Canaveral, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Space and Intelligence Division provides professional services to the US Space Force, Combatant Commands, Intelligence Community, and NASA. Our work includes enterprise architectural assessments, systems engineering and integration, test, planning and execution, cost estimating and analysis, acquisition support, and cybersecurity. We are trusted partners developing approaches and concepts to meet emerging high priority needs, assessing cutting-edge technologies, and supporting capabilities for our National Defense. Come join the fastest growing Division at Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.! The Intelligence Programs Group (IPG), part of SPA’s Space and Intelligence Division, is a specialized provider of systems engineering and trusted advisory services to the Space and National Intelligence community. We utilize mission-proven, data-driven advisory tools and capabilities. We provide highly technical support to ensure the government acquires cutting edge technology necessary for our National Defense. Our portfolio includes the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Come where you will be part of our high-caliber team! We are seeking a qualified Information Assurance (IA) Technical Specialist to support a Government customer by securing, defending, and preserving data, networks, net-centric capabilities, and other designated systems. This position ensures appropriate cybersecurity controls and defensive measures are implemented and maintained across classified environments in accordance with DoD, IC, and NRO policies. The IA Technical Specialist integrates cybersecurity into all aspects of system engineering, acquisition, and operations. The role includes access to system security controls, continuous monitoring, administration, and internal defense actions to protect mission-critical systems throughout their lifecycle. This position requires a cybersecurity professional capable of operating independently in a classified Government environment and providing technical expertise to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of mission-critical systems.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph in the last 10 years
Please discuss specific polygraph requirements with an SPA Talent Acquisition professional
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
Minimum 10 years of relevant Information Assurance or cybersecurity experience
Minimum 5 years of experience supporting NRO programs
Proven working knowledge of DoD cybersecurity policies and requirements
Experience integrating cybersecurity into system engineering and acquisition activities
Ability to perform system security monitoring, administration, and defensive actions
CompTIA Security+ certification (minimum required)
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD-approved baseline certification per DoDI 8570 within six months of assignment
Ability to report to designated work location at Cape Canaveral, up to full time, based on the needs of the customer

Nice To Haves

Current compliance with DoDI 8570 baseline certification requirements
Higher-level cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CASP+, CEH
Experience supporting Office of Space Launch (OSL) programs
Experience supporting SCI and SAP environments
Familiarity with NRO cybersecurity policies and procedures
Experience supporting system authorization, cybersecurity inspections, or operational assessments

Responsibilities

Secure, defend, and preserve data, networks, net-centric capabilities, and designated information systems.
Ensure appropriate cybersecurity controls and protective measures are implemented and maintained.
Perform internal defensive actions to protect systems from cyber threats.
Support access control, system security configuration, monitoring, and administration.
Integrate cybersecurity requirements into system engineering and acquisition activities.
Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities including system authorization, continuous monitoring, and compliance maintenance.
Assist in the implementation, assessment, and validation of security controls.
Monitor system security posture and support identification and remediation of vulnerabilities.
Support development, review, and maintenance of cybersecurity documentation including System Security Plans (SSPs) and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
Support audits, inspections, and assessments conducted by Government cybersecurity authorities.
Coordinate with Government leadership, system owners, ISSOs, and other cybersecurity stakeholders.
Ensure systems remain compliant with applicable DoD, IC, and NRO cybersecurity policies and directives.