Information Assurance and Security, Lead Associate

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a Information Assurance and Security, Lead Associate . This position will perform the following duties (but not limited to): 

 

This role is 100% Remote.

• Provides technical and programmatic information assurance services to internal and external customers in support of network and information security systems.
• Designs, develops, and implements security requirements within an organization’s business processes.
• Prepares documentation from information obtained from customer using accepted guidelines.  Excellent writing, documentation, and interpersonal communication skills
• Prepares security test and evaluation plans.
• Provides certification and accreditation support in the development of security and contingency plans and conducts complex risk and vulnerability assessments.
• Analyzes policies and procedures against Federal laws and regulations and provides recommendations for closing gaps.
• Recommends system enhancements to improve security deficiencies.
• Develops, tests, and integrates computer and network security tools. Secures system configurations and installs security tools, scans systems to determine compliancy and report results and evaluates products and various aspects of system administration.
• Conducts security program audits and develops solutions to lessen identified risks.
• Provides information assurance support for the development and implementation of security architectures to meet new and evolving security requirements.
• Provides assistance in computer incident investigations.
• Performs vulnerability assessments including development of risk mitigation strategies.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD

• Must be a U. S Citizen

• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance
• Must have experience with EMASS
• Must be Security + Certified or have Certified Info System Security Professonal CISS
• Knowledge of  DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (s) (i.e., CISSP, CISM)
• Extensive knowledge and experience with information security standards, policies and practices – NIST SP 800-53 rev4, SP 800-37 rev2, FIPS-199, NIST 800-171
• Demonstrated experience writing information system security documentation (System Security Plans (SSP), Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
• Experience using vulnerability assessment tools (NESSUS, ACAS) and analyzing results

Desired Qualifications:

• RMF (Risk Management Framework) Process, STIG Scans, IA Requirements

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$80,000 - $128,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.