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Amyx, Inc. · 7 hours ago

Cybersecurity Specialist

Sacramento, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Amyx, Inc. is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst Level 2 to support the DMEA information systems division at the Defense Microelectronics Activity. The role involves guiding efforts to ensure compliance with NIST standards, maintaining IT systems RMF authorizations, and conducting risk assessments and security countermeasures.

Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologySoftware

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Participating in risk assessment during the Certification and Accreditation (C&A) process

Designing, developing, implementing, and integrating information assurance architectures, systems, or system components for use within data center, network, and enclave environments

Continuously maintaining a comprehensive list of STIGs applicable to client information systems based on RMF control selection, system owner/administrator interviews and detailed analysis of Host Based Security System (HBSS) data (where available), ACAS scans, and reports

Participating in information systems risk assessments and designing security countermeasures to mitigate identified risks

Verifying architecture and design of DoD information systems (ISs) are functional and secure. As necessary, design and develop IA or IA enabled products, interface specifications, and engineer approaches to secure the environment

Assessing threats to the environment; and providing input on the adequacy of security designs and architectures

Reporting to senior IA architect, IA manager, or AO for general IA operations, with additional reporting to senior management regarding network operational requirements

Providing technical research, analysis and reports interpreting client’s vulnerabilities, while delivering technical expertise for risk management decisions and documentation requirements for DoD ISs

Analyzing trends, emerging technologies, and threats for potential impact on the security architect and posture

Developing POA&Ms and Risk Management Framework (RMF) Control artifacts as required

Collecting and addressing Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) of Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVA) through guidance set forth by USCYBERCOM, DISA, NIST, NSA and client for Vulnerability and Penetration Testing

Must have the ability to communicate accurate information

Qualification

Cybersecurity experienceRisk Management Framework (RMF)Operating Systems knowledgeACASHBSSCisco Network EquipmentWindows Servers 2012/2016Red Hat Enterprise LinuxCSSP-ACSSP-AUTechnical researchCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

BA/BS in a technical discipline

Secret Clearance

5+ years of cybersecurity experience in system(s) functions, security policies, technical security safeguards, and operational security measures

In-depth knowledge in providing continuous analysis, mitigation strategies, and administrative and technical implementation support for all activities associated with compliance with RMF on information systems

Thorough understanding of Operating Systems, networking (TCP/IP, Ports, Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP), Switch / Router configuration, and Security

CSSP-A or CSSP-AU

Current ACAS console training

Current HBSS courses/cert. in 201 & 301

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans (PPO & HSA options available)

Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with matching contributions

Roth

Qualified Transportation Expense with matching contributions

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment

Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance

Wellness Program

PTO

11 Holidays

Professional Development Reimbursement

Company

Amyx, Inc.

At Amyx, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Tetra Tech, our mission is to exceed our customer's expectations on every contract, to provide an environment that encourages, recognizes and rewards the extraordinary contributions of our employees, and to advance and support the communities in which we work and live.

Founded in 1999

Reston, Virginia, USA

501-1000 employees