Alexandria Insights Inc
Cyber Security Analyst
Alexandria Insights Inc, Stafford, Virginia, United States, 22554
Cyber Security Professional – Stafford, VA
Join our team as a Cyber Security / Information Assurance Analyst in Stafford, VA. We are seeking dedicated professionals at various experience levels to engage in critical cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring the protection and integrity of our national defense infrastructure. This role is instrumental in implementing, assessing, and enhancing cybersecurity measures on tactical military systems.
Key Responsibilities:Conduct comprehensive analyses and implementations of IAVAs and STIGs, ensuring systems comply with the highest security standards.Monitor cybersecurity measures integrated by OEMs and offer strategic cybersecurity recommendations, leveraging in-depth knowledge of the threat landscape and best practices.Lead the development and maintenance of essential RMF documentation, demonstrating expertise in crafting and reviewing critical documents such as:
Authorization Boundary DiagramSystem Hardware/Software/Information Flow diagramsSystem Security PlanPrivacy Impact AssessmentPorts, Protocols, and Services RegistrationPlan of Action and Milestones (POA&M)
Manage the RMF process, ensuring all necessary security measures are accurately documented and meet stringent standards.Utilize scanning tools like ACAS/Nessus to evaluate and enhance the security posture of Windows operating systems, interpreting results to inform security enhancements.Synthesize and articulate technical risks and countermeasures to stakeholders, creating detailed reports and briefings to support informed decision-making and risk management.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field, complemented by 4+ years of significant experience in cybersecurity.Advanced knowledge and practical experience in securing Windows operating systems, including proficiency with group policies, registry tweaks, and security scanning tools.Experience in applying Windows system hardening and lockdown techniques, adhering to security baselines and industry best practices.Familiarity with the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) qualifications:Systems Security Analyst (461) - Intermediate proficiency.Security Control Assessor (612) - Basic proficiency.System Administrator (451) - Basic proficiency.Proficient in MS Office and Visio, with Information Assurance Technical Level II Certification per DOD 8570.Holding a certification in CompTia Security+, SSCP, or equivalent.Experience with MARCORSYSCOM preferred.Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate technical risks and countermeasures to stakeholders, ensuring informed decision-making.
We are looking for individuals who are passionate about cybersecurity and committed to the mission of national defense. If you are ready to contribute to a vital security initiative, we welcome your application.
Ability to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance.
Salary Range - $100K - $130K depending on experience.
Alexandria Insights
is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, dedicated to helping customers effectively and efficiently use technology to solve significant problems. If you are self-motivated, entrepreneurial, hard-working, and want to get in on the ground floor of a growing small company, please submit your resume. Alexandria Insights is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, marital status, veteran status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alexandria Insights will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals who are unable to use the online system to apply due to a disability.
Join our team as a Cyber Security / Information Assurance Analyst in Stafford, VA. We are seeking dedicated professionals at various experience levels to engage in critical cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring the protection and integrity of our national defense infrastructure. This role is instrumental in implementing, assessing, and enhancing cybersecurity measures on tactical military systems.
Key Responsibilities:Conduct comprehensive analyses and implementations of IAVAs and STIGs, ensuring systems comply with the highest security standards.Monitor cybersecurity measures integrated by OEMs and offer strategic cybersecurity recommendations, leveraging in-depth knowledge of the threat landscape and best practices.Lead the development and maintenance of essential RMF documentation, demonstrating expertise in crafting and reviewing critical documents such as:
Authorization Boundary DiagramSystem Hardware/Software/Information Flow diagramsSystem Security PlanPrivacy Impact AssessmentPorts, Protocols, and Services RegistrationPlan of Action and Milestones (POA&M)
Manage the RMF process, ensuring all necessary security measures are accurately documented and meet stringent standards.Utilize scanning tools like ACAS/Nessus to evaluate and enhance the security posture of Windows operating systems, interpreting results to inform security enhancements.Synthesize and articulate technical risks and countermeasures to stakeholders, creating detailed reports and briefings to support informed decision-making and risk management.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field, complemented by 4+ years of significant experience in cybersecurity.Advanced knowledge and practical experience in securing Windows operating systems, including proficiency with group policies, registry tweaks, and security scanning tools.Experience in applying Windows system hardening and lockdown techniques, adhering to security baselines and industry best practices.Familiarity with the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) qualifications:Systems Security Analyst (461) - Intermediate proficiency.Security Control Assessor (612) - Basic proficiency.System Administrator (451) - Basic proficiency.Proficient in MS Office and Visio, with Information Assurance Technical Level II Certification per DOD 8570.Holding a certification in CompTia Security+, SSCP, or equivalent.Experience with MARCORSYSCOM preferred.Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate technical risks and countermeasures to stakeholders, ensuring informed decision-making.
We are looking for individuals who are passionate about cybersecurity and committed to the mission of national defense. If you are ready to contribute to a vital security initiative, we welcome your application.
Ability to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance.
Salary Range - $100K - $130K depending on experience.
Alexandria Insights
is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, dedicated to helping customers effectively and efficiently use technology to solve significant problems. If you are self-motivated, entrepreneurial, hard-working, and want to get in on the ground floor of a growing small company, please submit your resume. Alexandria Insights is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, marital status, veteran status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alexandria Insights will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals who are unable to use the online system to apply due to a disability.