Sr Principal/Principal Cybersecurity Analyst - 19900 19874 - Roy UT

Description

Classified Solutions team role for a Sr. Principal or Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst supporting information systems lifecycle work. Position listed as CIDO.

You will design, integrate and maintain Cross-Domain Solutions that move data securely and in line with policy between classified and unclassified networks.

The work covers risk assessments, hardware and software configuration, rigorous testing, and ongoing support to keep systems compliant with US Government security directives.

Top Secret clearance is required before start. Relocation assistance may be available. Travel is about 10% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Run the cybersecurity program for every assigned information system and carry out all related tasks.
• Lead regular reviews of system audits and continuous monitoring across all security controls and configurations, to improve operational efficiency and the security posture.
• Assess systems and networks in your enclave or environment and flag any deviation from approved configurations, enclave policy or local policy.
• Analyze existing security requirements, confirm they hold, and recommend new requirements and safeguards.
• Put required government policy into practice, recommend changes to how processes are tailored, and take part in and document process work.
• Set up and run strict program controls that reduce risk and support system Assessment and Authorization (A&A), including security certification testing, documentation, investigations, software and hardware review, emerging technology research, inspections and periodic audits.
• Lead the formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) each government accrediting authority requires, from pre-test preparation through running the tests, analyzing results and writing reports.
• Record A&A and inspection results along with any technical or corrective actions, and work with the security team to send responses to the right authority.
• Prepare, review and submit A&A documents such as the System Security Plan, Risk Acceptance Report, Security Controls Traceability Matrix and Plan of Action and Milestones for review and approval.

Requirements

• Level 3: a Master's Degree with 3 years of experience, or a Bachelor's Degree with 5 years, or an Associate's Degree with 7 years, or a High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 9 years.
• Level 4: a Master's Degree with 6 years of experience, or a Bachelor's Degree with 8 years, or an Associate's Degree with 10 years, or a High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 12 years.
• Meet the U.S. Government 8140 requirements for Cybersecurity (722), for example Security+ CE, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, CND or SSCP.
• Hold a current U.S. Government Top Secret clearance, with a closed investigation completed within the last 6 years, or be enrolled in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program.
• Be able to obtain and keep access to Special Access Programs, as a condition of staying employed.
• Preferred: a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or a related field.
• Preferred: experience with cybersecurity compliance, such as Assessment & Authorization under RMF.
• Preferred: knowledge of security tools such as ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix and SCAP.
• Preferred: knowledge of frameworks and documentation such as NIST, JSIG, DAAG, SSPs, POA&Ms and SCTMs.
• Preferred: a proven record designing, implementing and supporting Cross Domain Solutions for secure data transfer across classified networks.

Conditions

The role is full-time, on-site in Roy, Utah. No virtual or telecommute options are offered because of the classified work.

Primary level base pay is $98,400.00 to $147,600.00. Secondary level base pay is $122,800.00 to $184,200.00. These are general guidelines; final pay depends on scope, responsibilities, experience, education, skills and market conditions.

Applications are expected to stay open for about 20 days from the posting date, and this may be shortened or extended based on business needs and candidate availability.

Benefits

• Depending on the position, you may be eligible for overtime, shift differential and a discretionary bonus on top of base pay. Annual bonuses reward individual contribution and share company results.
• Vice President and Director roles may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.
• Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, paid company holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation or personal business.