Goldbelt Nighthawk, LLC · 14 hours ago
Information Assurance Analyst – Mid
Arlington, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$150K/yr - $175K/yr
5+ years expGoldbelt Nighthawk, LLC offers integrated cybersecurity solutions and is seeking an Information Assurance Analyst at the mid-level. The role involves supporting the ISSO with risk assessments, security policies, and compliance measures to enhance the security posture of OBO information systems.
Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologyNetwork SecurityTraining
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Assist in performing risk and vulnerability assessments on OBO systems to identify and mitigate potential security risks. Collaborate with the ISSO and senior team members to analyze risks and recommend security measures
Assist in planning and preparation for security Assessment and Authorization (A&A) as part of the Department’s Information Assurance policy and Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) implementation efforts
Help implement information security policies, procedures, and guidelines developed in collaboration with senior staff
Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, and system audits to identify potential security threats to OBO information systems. Provide recommendations to mitigate identified risks and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards
Provide support for and where necessary to create security documentation for the required phases of the DOS A&A process in support of obtaining Authority to Operate (ATO) approvals of OBO systems
Perform Security Impact Analysis (SIA) review of change requests and provide reporting requirements to system owners
Analyze and report on security findings identified during assessment
Create Plan of Action & Milestones (POAMs) for identified security control findings
Evaluate security control implementations for all OBO Systems boundaries on a yearly basis
Assist the OBO ISSO in the creation of a bureau-wide Information Systems Security Policy that will be derived and aligned with existing department of state Foreign Affairs Manuals (FAM’s) and Foreign Affairs Handbooks (FAH’s) as well as be aligned with NIST Special Publications 800-53 rev4 Security and Privacy Controls for Federal Information Systems and Organizations
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and lead initiatives
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Must possess a Bachelor Degree cybersecurity, computer science, informational technology, or related fields; Additional (4) four years of experience may be substituted for a degree
Minimum 5 years of experience in managing the inventory, categorization, selecting and monitoring security controls for the information systems in preparation of the Assessment and Authorization process for new and existing systems
Experienced in implementing NIST guidance related to the Risk Management Framework and supporting Plan of Action and Milestone (POAMs) review. Must have experience also in conducting interviews with application and system developers to document system operations surrounding security controls
Minimum of four (4) years of cybersecurity experience
US citizen
Must have a Secret clearance
Preferred
Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CAP, or other relevant certifications are highly desired
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
A 401(k) plan with company matching
Tax-deferred savings options
Supplementary benefits
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities
Company
Goldbelt Nighthawk, LLC
Goldbelt Nighthawk is focused on cybersecurity, digital information management, and the development of advanced IT systems, serving both Government and commercial clients with our team of outstanding solutions staff.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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2025-05-27
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