Information Assurance (IA) Analyst
Vienna, VA

Job Description

ActioNet has multiple opportunities for Information Assurance (IA) Analysts requiring a Secret clearance and located in Vienna, VA. ActioNet is an IT service provider and solutions integrator headquartered in Vienna, VA that works with the Federal Government and Department of Defense.

As an Information Assurance (IA) Analyst, you will provide technical expertise and support for Database Management Systems supporting a very large Federal program.

What is in it for you?

* The selected candidate will become a key part of a dynamic team with a mission to design, build, test, field, operate, maintain, and secure a federal-wide information technology (IT) service used by and supporting all federal civilians, military members, and government contractors.
* As a member of an established and fast growing company, you will be provided with excellent training opportunities, job experience, and unlimited potential to advance.
* You will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
* Health insurance
* Dental insurance
* Life insurance
* Professional training reimbursement
* 401K
* Disability insurance
* ...and much, much more!



Duties and Responsibilities

* Under general supervision, analyzes and defines security requirements for Multilevel Security (MLS) issues.
* Designs, develops, engineers and implements solutions to MLS requirements.
* Gathers and organizes technical information about an organization's mission goals and needs, existing security products and ongoing programs in the MLS arena.
* Performs risk analyses, which also includes risk assessment.
* Provides technical support for secure software development and integration tasks, including reviewing work products for correctness and adhering to the design concept and to user standards.
* Analyzes and recommends resolution of security/IA problems on the basis of knowledge of the major IA products and services, an understanding of their limitations, and knowledge of the IA disciplines.

Basic Qualifications:

* Five years of direct experience as an IA Analyst within the past seven years required.
* Bachelor's Degree or higher in a related discipline (e.g. Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Math, Engineering).
* Fifteen or more years of general experience including at least ten years directly related experience may be substituted for the required degree.
* Knowledgeable of Security/IA products such as PKI, VPN, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems.
* Experience with DoD Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and Host Based Security System (HBSS)
* Working knowledge and experience supporting DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) compliance, controls and processes
* Strong security system analysis skills and understanding of Cyber and IT security risks, threats and prevention measures
* Strong understanding of DoD security policies, standards and best practices
* Strong risk assessment and management skills
* In-depth understanding of networking and network security
* In-depth understanding of network monitoring and protocols
* Security+ certification or higher

Preferred Qualifications:

* Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISSM) certification
* Experience as an Information Assurance (IA) Analysts supporting an Agile/DevSecOps environment
* Experience supporting customers in the Department of Defense is highly desired.
* Experience with both DoD and Federal PKIs and AWS GovCloud environments, preferably in a DoD CC SRG IL 4+ capacity and IdAM applications and tools is a plus.
* DISA domain knowledge a plus
* Comprehensive understanding of IT service offerings and functional areas across all system management lifecycle. Solid understanding of CMMI, ITIL, ISO, Enterprise Architecture, Information Assurance
* Self-disciplined and have a positive attitude
* Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project and Visio
* Excellent strategic thinker and ability to think innovatively
* Excellent time management, written/technical writing, verbal, and presentation skills

ActioNet is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.