Defensive Cyber Operations Analyst

Location: Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA
Clearance Required: Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
Travel Required: Up to 10%

LaunchTech is a veteran-owned company that prides itself on delivering service before self and excellence in all we do. We are seeking dynamic professionals who embody our core values of Integrity, Commitment, and Excellence to join our growing Crew in support of our customers across the federal, state, and commercial markets.

We are seeking a Defensive Cyber Operations Analyst to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and provide RMF Assessment and Authorization (A&A) documentation in accordance DoD, NIST, and other governing documents

• Maintain the current, approved Authorization to Operate (ATO) for assigned system

• Gather and/or develop any needed A&A artifacts

• Update artifacts as required ensuring that they are current and document findings in the approved Risk Management Framework (RMF) or similar A&A documentation format provided

• Assist with monitoring and the implementation of security controls

• Perform work within incident management, response, and response coordination

• Gathering artifacts/data to support cybersecurity metrics and reporting

• Utilize cybersecurity tools (ACAS, STIG, Trellix ePO, Elasticsearch) to perform verification of operation in accordance with requirements

• Perform accurate and verified risk assessments that cover all of the security controls and policies for key stakeholders

• Track, monitor, and manage the information system’s Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) and provide technical assistance as required

• Analyze, verify and update PPSMs as required for programs

• Provide artifacts that support the maintenance of security packages

• Evaluate NIST 800-53 controls for applicability, generate implementation statements, and get implementations approved

• Prepare documents in support of Control Validation Tests (CVTs) to confirm compliance of ATOs submitted for RMF packages

• Perform security audits and vulnerability assessments and develop documentation and reports

• Develop policies, plans and procedures, including Incident Response, Disaster Recovery/Continuity of Operations and Cybersecurity Implementation Plans

What You Bring

Basic Requirements:

• Must have 4, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience

  • May be reduced with completion of advanced education

• Must have 2, or more, years of cyber security experience

• Must have a high level of understanding for computer systems, operating systems, and network architecture

• Must have a firm understanding and experience with Microsoft Office Suite

• Must have experience with Configuration Management processes and workflows

• Must have a current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE)

• Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Desired Requirements:

• Have experience with conducting system and log auditing

• Have experience with endpoint security enforcement and validation

• Have experience with vulnerability management

• Have experience with eMASS

• Be familiar with Security Controls Traceability Matrix (SCTM)

Why LaunchTech?

LaunchTech is built on a single standard: Excellence, Period.
Join a mission-critical team responsible for protecting enterprise systems that support national defense operations.

We offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Mission-driven work with opportunities to grow

• And more

Ready to Join the LaunchTech Crew?

LaunchTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, protected veteran status, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Visit www.welaunchtech.com to learn more about how we deliver Excellence, Period.