Cybersecurity Analyst

Amentum is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to provide cybersecurity technical support to the Navy in Portsmouth, VA. The Analyst will provide Cybersecurity analysis in support of unclassified and classified Assessment & Authorization (A&A) requirements. The ideal candidate will have general knowledge across cyber-related functional areas including CND (Computer Network Defense), Incident handling, Cybersecurity Tools, Risk Assessments, PKI, Analysis and Reporting, A&A, System/Software cybersecurity engineering and Cybersecurity Configuration Management.

Tasking will include:

• Provide Subject Matter Expertise to aid Program Managers in the development of A&A documentation.

• Perform a technical review of A&A documentation for compliance with applicable DoD cybersecurity policies.

• Perform system Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM)

• Perform Security Technical Implementation Guidance (STIG) compliance audits.

• Perform risk analyses and recommend mitigating controls.

• Assess security compliance, support program security reviews, and coordinate and compile security-related documentation.

• Assist with the preparation and revision of cybersecurity policy and guidance documents for specific cybersecurity related technologies.

• Provide critical written and oral analysis of security architecture documentation and vulnerability and risk assessments.

• Assist in the development of plan of actions and milestones (POA&M) and tracking of milestones within POA&Ms directly related to cybersecurity requirements.

• Perform validation of cyber security controls in support of A&A efforts.

• Coordinate with system owners to ensure the appropriate A&A artifacts are developed to support system authorization.

• Develop IT sustainment documents and actions and renewal documentation.

• Provide security incident reports as required outlining the specific security issue, critical concerns, and remediation actions required to resolve or mitigate the vulnerabilities.

• Serve as security advisor to the Government in all aspects of Cybersecurity and Risk Management Framework (RMF)

• Coordinate a team to identify attempted and successful penetrations and information attacks and develop Courses Of Action (COAs).

• Must have an active Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Secret Clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity and 0-2 years experience.
• CompTIA Security+ certification.
• Ability to troubleshoot software and hardware for system integration.
• Experience in the areas of Information System Security, System/Network Administration and IT System Implementation and Maintenance
• Excellent communications and analytical skills; working knowledge of computer systems and integrated software application programs, * Local area resident preferred.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.