Junior Information Assurance (IA) Specialist

Arsiem Corporation
Monterey, United States of America
7 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Internship / Graduate position
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Junior
Compensation
$ 94K

Job location

Monterey, United States of America

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows
CompTIA Security+
Computer Security
Linux
Identity and Access Management
System Center Configuration Manager
Red Hat Enterprise Linux - RHEL
Ansible
Zero Trust Network Access
Security Content Automation Protocol
Security Software
SC Clearance
Nessus
Splunk
Plan of Action and Milestones
Vulnerability Analysis

Job description

  • Assist with RMF accreditation (Steps 1-6) and ATO support in eMASS.
  • Collect, organize, and maintain security documentation and artifacts.
  • Track POA&M remediation and support continuous monitoring.
  • Perform security control checks based on NIST 800-53.
  • Support vulnerability scanning efforts using ACAS, Nessus, or Tenable tools.
  • Participate in compliance activities and maintain systems aligned to STIGs and SCAP guidelines for:
  • Windows OS (including MECM patching, STIG reviews), or
  • Linux OS (preferably RHEL, with Ansible patching, STIG reviews)
  • Provide administrative support for IAM and contribute to Zero Trust initiatives.

Requirements

  • 0-2 years of experience in cybersecurity or equivalent internship/military experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent military training).
  • Familiarity with RMF and cybersecurity best practices.
  • Strong organizational skills and willingness to learn.

Preferred Qualifications

  • CompTIA Security+ or equivalent IAM Level I certification.
  • Exposure to ACAS, eMASS, Splunk, or similar cybersecurity tools., Clearance Requirement: This position requires an active Secret clearance. Top Secret eligible is preferred. You must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Benefits & conditions

Candidate Referral: Do you know someone who would be GREAT at this role? If you do, ARSIEM has a way for you to earn a bonus through our referral program for persons presenting NEW (not in our resume database) candidates who are successfully placed on one of our projects. The bonus for this position is $3,500, and the referrer is eligible to receive the sum for any applicant we place within 12 months of referral. The bonus is paid after the referred employee reaches 6 months of employment.

About the company

At ARSIEM Corporation we are committed to fostering a proven and trusted partnership with our government clients. We provide support to multiple agencies across the United States Government. ARSIEM has an experienced workforce of qualified professionals committed to providing the best possible support. As demand increases, ARSIEM continues to provide reliable and cutting-edge technical solutions at the best value to our clients. That means a career packed with opportunities to grow and the ability to have an impact on every client you work with., ARSIEM Corporation is seeking a Junior IA Specialist to support RMF compliance and cybersecurity operations for U.S. Navy systems. This is a great opportunity for early-career professionals. The candidate will work under senior guidance and, depending on experience, may focus on either Windows or Linux environments. This position will support one of our Government clients in Monterey, CA.

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