Cyber Security Analyst

This position requires a DoD Security Clearance, U.S Citizenship and the ability to work onsite (remote/telework is not an option) - no exceptions. Job Description: A Cybersecurity Analyst III performs a variety of cybersecurity tasks in monitoring information systems and securing the Information Technology (IT) infrastructure operational environment to include developing and updating system security plans (SSPs), developing plans of action and milestones (POA&Ms), managing and controlling changes to the systems, conducting audits, providing incident response, vulnerability assessments, and assessing the security impact of security and non-security-relevant changes. Work is at an intermediate level, involving managing deadlines, and cybersecurity engineering support for members of development, sustainment, or operations and maintenance team. Employee will be responsible to perform the following functions/duties: • Interface with the Authorizing Official (AO) and the Security Control Assessor (SCA) for coordination of Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages • Manage multiple system packages throughout the ATO process • Conduct research and reference reading in obtaining technical information • Keep informed of currently approved standards, codes, and procedures applied to cybersecurity specialty • Perform systems engineering activities in the areas of Cybersecurity / Information Assurance (IA) / System Security Engineering (SSE) and security assessment and authorization (A&A) in accordance with NIST SP 800-53 RMF • Apply risk management concepts to mitigate vulnerabilities in system security architectures • Interface with the Information System Security Manager (ISSM), program managers, system stakeholders, and external contractors to coordinate cybersecurity requirements and architecture flow down from the system level to individual elements of the system • Assist in preparation of reports, correspondence, or technical studies • Supervise junior Cybersecurity Ana