Cybersecurity / Information Assurance Specialist

CSA is seeking a Cybersecurity/Information Assurance Specialist to provide cybersecurity, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and system authorization support to the Department of the Navy Common Access Card Program Management Office (CAC-PMO). The position supports the assessment and maintenance of information assurance security controls, identification and remediation of system vulnerabilities, development and maintenance of RMF documentation and artifacts, and coordination of system authorization activities required to achieve and maintain Authorities to Operate (ATOs). The role also supports system hardening, vulnerability scanning, security assessment, and ongoing cybersecurity compliance across Navy information systems and network environments.

For nearly 50 years, CSA has delivered integrated technology and operational support services to meet the defense and federal sector's most complex enterprise needs. Working from operations centers and shipyards to training sites and program offices, CSA deploys experienced teams, innovative tools and proven processes to advance federal missions.  

 How Your Role Will Make an Impact: 

• Provide RMF and Certification & Accreditation / Assessment & Authorization support in accordance with Department of the Navy cybersecurity requirements.
• Evaluate system information assurance and cybersecurity controls for compliance and identify vulnerabilities, risks, and required remediation actions.
• Develop, collect, assemble, analyze, and maintain RMF documentation and cybersecurity artifacts supporting system authorization activities.
• Enter and maintain authorization documentation and supporting evidence in the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS).
• Coordinate with system owners, validators, certification authorities, approving authorities, and other stakeholders to obtain and maintain system ATOs.
• Apply and validate DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to secure operating systems and applications.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and develop security assessment reports using Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS).
• Configure and maintain ACAS capabilities, including required upgrades and patches supporting vulnerability-scanning activities.
• Maintain cybersecurity and RMF documentation supporting Navy systems and applications, including DEERS/RAPIDS, PAS, and associated CAC-PMO capabilities.
• Collaborate with Government program personnel, technical teams, system owners, and external stakeholders to support cybersecurity lifecycle management, risk management, system authorization, and continuing compliance activities.

What You Will Need to Join Our Award-Winning Team:

• Clearance:  Ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret Clearance.
• Certifications: IA Contractor Training and Certification and Computing Environment (CE) certification such as a Security+.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Management Information Systems.
• Years of Experience required: 8.
• General Experience required: Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, Electronic Documentation.
• Specific Experience required: Experience in one or more of the following; DEERS Application/Function, Personnel, Education, and Training system knowledge may be required at the task order level.
• Experience supporting DoD and/or Department of the Navy Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities.
• Experience developing, reviewing, and maintaining RMF packages, security controls, cybersecurity artifacts, and system authorization documentation.
• Working knowledge of the ATO / Assessment & Authorization lifecycle and cybersecurity risk-management processes.
• Experience using eMASS to maintain RMF and system authorization documentation.
• Working knowledge of DISA STIGs and security-hardening requirements for operating systems and applications.
• Experience performing vulnerability assessment and compliance activities using ACAS.
• Ability to analyze cybersecurity vulnerabilities and develop appropriate risk mitigation and remediation strategies.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with system owners, cybersecurity personnel, validators, technical teams, and Government stakeholders.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Sit for extended periods of time and work at a computer workstation
• Use hands and fingers to operate keyboards, mice, and other input devices
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Specific vision abilities required may include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust
• Stand, walk, bend, or reach; Access equipment located in data centers, offices, or under desks
• Lift and/or move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).