Information Security Analyst IEmpower AI gives federal agency leaders the tools to elevate the potential of their workforce with a direct path for meaningful transformation. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Empower AI leverages three decades of experience solving complex challenges in Health, Defense, and Civilian missions. The result is a government workforce that is exponentially more creative and productive.Empower AI is proud to be recognized as a 2024 Military Friendly Employer by Viqtory, the publisher of G.I.
Jobs. This designation reflects the company's commitment to hiring and supporting active-duty and veteran employees.ResponsibilitiesAs an Information Security Analyst I, you will assist the Program Manager and Cybersecurity Engineers with Risk Management Framework (RMF) related activities including Security Control Assessments (SCA) and assisting system owners in the transition to RMF compliance. In assuming this position, you will be a critical contributor to meeting Empower AI's mission: To deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions and services that enable our customers to rapidly adapt to dynamic environments.
This position is located in Fort Huachuca, Arizona. Must have active Secret clearance.Highlights of Responsibilities:Assist the Project Manager and Cybersecurity Engineer to edit and process cybersecurity deliverables, including RMF packages and associated artifacts.Assess DoD Information Systems against the RMF security controls IAW DoDI 8500, DoDI 8510 and NIST SP 800-53Develop and review RMF documentation and artifacts such as Configuration Management Plans, Network Infrastructure Plans, Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plans, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), topology diagrams and all supporting policies in support of RMF A&A activitiesInterview technical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) as well as non-technical management personnel to ascertain the security posture of an IT systemEvaluate a wide array of IT devices for Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) compliance using ACAS/ Nessus, SCAP Compliance Checker, and manual checklist reviews.Apply STIGs to a variety of devices to ensure complianceExperience with eMASS and a strong understanding of the CNSS 1253 CCIsQualificationsRequirements:Current/active Secret clearance or ability to obtain. Highly prefer those with an active Secret.Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience3 years cybersecurity experience (degree can be substituted for experience)Security+ certification requiredPhysical Requirements:Sitting for long periodsStanding for long periodsAmbulate throughout an officeAmbulate between several buildingsAll hiring and promotion decisions at Empower AI are based on merit to bring the best talent available to contribute to our firm's overall success.
It is the policy of Empower AI not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status. Empower AI is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.