Overview
INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYST/SME (MEF)
Bowhead seeks an Information Security Analyst/SME to support our Marine Expeditionary Force G-2 Intelligence Operations Center Support Services contract in Camp Lejune, NC. The Information Security Analyst/SMR will provide cybersecurity, systems security engineering, technical, and management support services to various program offices.
Responsibilities
Efficiently managing the customer and internal resources to meet the established milestones and targeted completion dates
Managing workload for team members to meet timelines
Creating and submitting reports for various stakeholders
Managing client expectations while ensuring customer satisfaction
Ensuring the planning and execution of all RMF activities are aligned, integrated with, and supportive of the system ATO effort and RMF lifecycle.
Leading system engineers and software developers in working with cyber security assessors to obtain and maintain an Authority-to-Operate (ATO)
Developing and maintaining a cybersecurity strategy for IT in accordance with DoD guidance, NIST RMF 800-53, and industry best practice.
Evaluating and recommending use of tools, guidelines, procedures, and development of project plans to offer prompt resolution options, patch management, version control and administrative systems expertise
Interacting with Navy customers, other technical providers, and SMEs to include network services, software systems engineering, and/or applications development, and project leadership relating complex technical issues/solutions in a manner to establish a partnerships with Navy clients
Improving the customers operating environment by providing expert support while also maintaining the cybersecurity/IA posture of systems/hardware managed/administered
Supporting the development, revision, and finalization of IA documentation, including eMASS documentation and authority to operation (ATO) package preparation
Developing, consulting, and implementing or facilitating the implementation of controls for the security of the system
Identifying and managing remediation of identified security weaknesses
Supporting determination or validation of system categorization and supporting related privacy assessment processes
Scheduling and reviewing risk assessment scan results in eMASS and assisting or facilitating mitigation/acceptance
Responsible for providing in-depth technical knowledge and support associated with IA and specifically RMF-related processes to include system categorization, security control selection, control implementation, control and posture assessment, system authorization, and continuous monitoring
Tracking the corrective actions identified in corresponding system POA&M in order to provide visibility and status to all stakeholders and track expiration and compliance
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Information Technology/Systems, engineering, business or other relevant technical discipline is preferred
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience as an Information Security Analyst or related job experience
Experience with RMF policies and procedures and related software tools (e.g. eMASS)
Security + Certification
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team
Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 10-20 pounds
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Top Secret/SCI level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Top Secret/SCI clearance at this location.
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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.
Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.
UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/AA/M/F/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCPhere (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters) .
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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.
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ID 2024-20016
Category Information Technology
Location : Location US-NC-Camp Lejeune
Minimum Clearance Required Top Secret/SCI
Travel Requirement Less than 10%