Kairos
Cybersecurity Analyst, Junior
Kairos, Saint Inigoes Shores, Maryland, United States,
KAIROS, Inc is searching for an energetic, experienced, and highly motivated Cybersecurity Analyst, Junior, to join our team. This position will work a hybrid schedule with at a minimum of two days a week on site work at St. Inigoes, MD.
Established in July 2013, KAIROS, Inc. is a growing Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) providing full life cycle Cybersecurity, Program Management, Engineering, Logistics, and Training and Education services focused on optimizing customers' program performance and mission through proven methodologies and ethical practices. Our headquarters is in California, MD near Naval Air Station Patuxent River. We offer competitive salaries and benefits with outstanding growth potential.
This position will provide cybersecurity analysis and support required for Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment and Authorization (A&A) packages supporting the Special Communications Mission Systems Division at Webster Outlying Field (WOLF). The candidate will plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of tactical systems and information.
Primary Duties:
Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies.Ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure.Support the execution of the RMF steps necessary for creating A&A packages in accordance with DoD, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), and Army cybersecurity requirements.Develop and maintain required RMF artifacts throughout the life of the system accreditation.Monitor and maintain system Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) records.Track and monitor Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).Work closely with the assigned Information System Security Engineer(s) and System Administrators to ensure system compliance with Federal and DoD regulations, and cybersecurity best practices.Prepare detailed descriptions of issues, status updates, recommendations, and reports for all levels of the organization.Skills and Qualifications:
Strong facilitation skills when communicating results of findings.Well organized and a strong attention to detailStrong customer relations, analytics, documentation skills.Self-starter, highly motivated, strong work ethic with a commitment to quality.Microsoft office proficiency.Ability to work within a challenging, fast-paced, team-oriented environmentAbility to work independentlyAbility to multi-task and meet competing, deliverable deadlinesExcellent interpersonal and customer service skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skills to provide clear status and/or communicate issuesAbility to adapt to evolving technologyEducation and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, IT, or other related field, required.One (1) to three (3) years of experience with RMF and A&A package development.At least one (1) of the following certifications required:
Security + CECAPCASP+ CE
Experience with eMASS tool, a plusExperience working in a DoD environment (Contractor/Civilian/Military), desiredExperience with Army NETCOM Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs), a plusClearance:This position is subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. In order to complete the requirements for government security clearance investigation you must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to complete the full background investigation. This position requires an
Active Secret Security Clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
KAIROS, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
KAIROS offers our employees a comprehensive benefits package consisting of:
Medical CoverageEmployer Paid Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, STD/LTD insuranceHealth Savings Account with contribution by employerPaid Time OffEleven (11) Paid HolidaysCertification reimbursement programTuition Reimbursement ProgramPaid Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Rewards and recognition programsCommunity outreach events through our KAIROS Kares group
To learn more about our organization be sure to check out our website, https://www.kairosinc.net/
Established in July 2013, KAIROS, Inc. is a growing Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) providing full life cycle Cybersecurity, Program Management, Engineering, Logistics, and Training and Education services focused on optimizing customers' program performance and mission through proven methodologies and ethical practices. Our headquarters is in California, MD near Naval Air Station Patuxent River. We offer competitive salaries and benefits with outstanding growth potential.
This position will provide cybersecurity analysis and support required for Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment and Authorization (A&A) packages supporting the Special Communications Mission Systems Division at Webster Outlying Field (WOLF). The candidate will plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of tactical systems and information.
Primary Duties:
Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies.Ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure.Support the execution of the RMF steps necessary for creating A&A packages in accordance with DoD, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), and Army cybersecurity requirements.Develop and maintain required RMF artifacts throughout the life of the system accreditation.Monitor and maintain system Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) records.Track and monitor Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).Work closely with the assigned Information System Security Engineer(s) and System Administrators to ensure system compliance with Federal and DoD regulations, and cybersecurity best practices.Prepare detailed descriptions of issues, status updates, recommendations, and reports for all levels of the organization.Skills and Qualifications:
Strong facilitation skills when communicating results of findings.Well organized and a strong attention to detailStrong customer relations, analytics, documentation skills.Self-starter, highly motivated, strong work ethic with a commitment to quality.Microsoft office proficiency.Ability to work within a challenging, fast-paced, team-oriented environmentAbility to work independentlyAbility to multi-task and meet competing, deliverable deadlinesExcellent interpersonal and customer service skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skills to provide clear status and/or communicate issuesAbility to adapt to evolving technologyEducation and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, IT, or other related field, required.One (1) to three (3) years of experience with RMF and A&A package development.At least one (1) of the following certifications required:
Security + CECAPCASP+ CE
Experience with eMASS tool, a plusExperience working in a DoD environment (Contractor/Civilian/Military), desiredExperience with Army NETCOM Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs), a plusClearance:This position is subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. In order to complete the requirements for government security clearance investigation you must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to complete the full background investigation. This position requires an
Active Secret Security Clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
KAIROS, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
KAIROS offers our employees a comprehensive benefits package consisting of:
Medical CoverageEmployer Paid Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, STD/LTD insuranceHealth Savings Account with contribution by employerPaid Time OffEleven (11) Paid HolidaysCertification reimbursement programTuition Reimbursement ProgramPaid Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Rewards and recognition programsCommunity outreach events through our KAIROS Kares group
To learn more about our organization be sure to check out our website, https://www.kairosinc.net/