Information Assurance Analyst

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Hampton, VA
85K-154K Annually
Mid level
Information Technology • Software
The Role
The Information Assurance Analyst will conduct risk assessments, develop security plans, and provide continuous surveillance of AF DCGS systems and components, ensuring compliance with security standards.
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The Leidos National Security Sector is seeking Information Assurance Analysts for future and upcoming positions at Langley AFB. These positions are part of a large Military Intelligence Program supporting the USAF Air Combat Command’s (ACC) ISR mission.

Applicants will support the Air Force Distributed Common Ground System (AF DCGS) by providing Information Assurance (IA) support to AF Wing and Squadron-level organizations located at Joint-Base Langley-Eustis VA. 

Note: This is a contingent job posting for vacancies as they arise within the program.

Opportunities for technical skill development, career advancement and internal position mobility are available.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Advise, conduct and document risk assessments.
  • Help develop System Security Plans (SSP), Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M).
  • Provide continuous surveillance of mission critical AF DCGS systems and components inclusive of Authority to Operate (ATO) and Interim Authorizations to Test (IATT) components.
  • Perform computer equipment, software and magnetic media inspections during Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) installations and removals.
  • Investigate, verify and report information related to firewall exception requests, network service requests (NSR) and port service requests (PSR).
  • Implement IA and security standards and procedures to identify, report and resolve security violations.
  • Develop capability-based IA requirements based upon user, policy, regulatory, and resource demands. 
  • Develop, collaborate and coordinate IA solutions with product developers and AF acquisition agents, security, Information Technology and operations personnel during day-to-day operations and during weekly / monthly Integration forums.
  • Validate and maintain the accreditation of the assigned Security Plans.
  • Assist with preparation and maintenance of documentation.

Basic Qualifications

  • BA/BS Degree and 4 years of experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Must possess a current TS/SCI clearance eligibility and DOD 8570.01 certifications prior to assignment
  • Must be capable of working independently and collaboratively with on-site personnel and enterprise AF DCGS stakeholders and possess excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Applicants possessing extensive working knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF), Assessment and Authorizations (A&A), Xacta IA Manager and Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) A&A workflow platforms are highly desired

Original Posting Date:2024-11-05

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:Pay Range $85,150.00 - $153,925.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service
Risk Management Framework
Xacta Ia Manager
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The Company
Alexandria, VA
27,104 Employees
On-site Workplace

What We Do

We Are Leidos

For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world.

OUR MISSION
Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020.

Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®.

Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos.

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