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General Summary:
COLSA Corporation is seeking a Risk Management Framework (RMF) Cyber Analyst to serve as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) in support of a US Army contract, Aviation and Missile Center. The selected candidate will support system records for Authorization to Operate (ATO) approval on multiple Information Systems, including Enclaves and Major Applications for both classified and unclassified networks.  The candidate will provide support for system monitoring and analysis of detected cyber incidents and provide corrective action recommendations.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential Functions):

The ISSO/RMF Cyber Analyst will be responsible for the authorization and compliance management of authorized computing enclaves. Additional duties include but are not limited to: 

• Directly responsible for analyzing and implementing Cybersecurity (IA) requirements into RMF A&A accreditation packages that meet DoD and Army accreditation standards classified and unclassified enclaves. 
• Develop and implement a Security-Focused Configuration Management Plan that includes, assisting the Information System Owner or Information System Security Manager in completing Information Security Continuous Monitoring responsibilities.
• Implement, assess and monitor security controls on systems and within eMASS.  Conduct risk assessments to include: 
  • Configuration change security impact analysis.
  • Vulnerability audits and security configuration checks.
  • Hardware and software assessments. 
• Ensure the implementation of vendor-supplied security software packages, performance of diagnostics for security problems, and assist with the identification/mitigation of security risks.
• Monitor DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Security Requirements Guides (SRGs) by using tools similar to STIG Viewer and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP). 
• Complete analysis from monitoring tools such as Tenable Nessus ACAS, Trellix ePO / legacy HBSS, and other IA-specific software. 
• Create Cyber Security training materials and mentor team members when applicable. 
• Continuously monitor and update artifacts in eMASS such as System Security Plan (SSP), IS Security Architecture, Hardware/Software list, and POA&Ms. 
• Perform the activities necessary to obtain security accreditation of solutions/applications as it relates to system administration. 
• Prepare and deliver the technical data needed for the submissions of accreditation packages in support of RMF. 
• Provide data and information as well as make recommendations regarding the overall system security as it relates to system administration and system architecture. 
• Work with System Administrators to identify and provide information regarding resolution of vulnerabilities, and computer incidents. 
• Identify where systems/networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy.
• Provide compliance recommendations for networks, workstations, servers, and IT assets. 
• Other duties as assigned.

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here: https://www.colsa.com/culture_benefits  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field, or equivalent experience. 
• Minimum of 10 years of work-related experience. 
• CompTIA Security+ CE or another DoD 8570 Level II/III certification. 
• Solid understanding and experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF). 
• Solid understanding of creating Assessment & Authorization (A&A) accreditation packages. 
• Very knowledgeable of Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Security Requirements Guides (SRG). 
• Experience working with the security team and system administrators to identify, fix, and provide information regarding resolving vulnerabilities and computer incidents. 
• Experience using eMASS to create and update accreditation package records.
• Ability to clearly present and communicate technical approaches and findings either verbally or in writing.
• US Secret Clearance; US Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• RMF and cyber experience on U.S. Army systems.

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.