Principal Information Assurance (IA) Analyst

Ft Meade, MD

Full Time

Experienced

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Job Summary
JCS Solutions is seeking a Principal Information Assurance (IA) Analyst to support the Defense Enclave Services (DES) program supporting the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) and Department of Defense Fourth Estate Agencies. This position serves as a senior cybersecurity professional supporting engineering teams responsible for modernizing and enhancing enterprise network services, cybersecurity capabilities, automation initiatives, Zero Trust implementation, wireless modernization, IPv6 adoption, and network service migration efforts.
The successful candidate will provide Information Assurance guidance throughout the design, testing, deployment, and sustainment lifecycle of engineering initiatives. This role requires expertise in Risk Management Framework (RMF), cybersecurity compliance, vulnerability management, and accreditation activities, ensuring solutions meet Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements while enabling operational objectives.
The Principal IA Analyst will serve as a key liaison between engineering teams, government cybersecurity stakeholders, and Authorizing Officials, ensuring security requirements are incorporated into technical designs and properly documented through the authorization process.

Location: Ft. Meade, MD
Clearance: Secret
Salary: $116,000.00 - $167,000.00
Certification: Active DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II certification

What’s in it for you:

Join a premier technology firm specializing in innovative solutions.
Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work culture.
Enjoy tremendous growth potential in a high-performing team environment.
A robust benefits package:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-and-long term disability
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 401k retirement plan with employer match
- Annual Professional Development Reimbursement Program
- And more!

What you will do:

Evaluate, develop, and implement information assurance policies, procedures, and security controls.
Recommend cybersecurity mitigations and enhancements supporting customer requirements and cybersecurity standards.
Perform vulnerability assessments and risk analyses throughout the system development lifecycle.
Conduct information technology security site surveys.
Support Authorizing Official (AO) actions through development and submission of RMF accreditation packages and supporting artifacts.
Develop and maintain cybersecurity documentation, evidence packages, and compliance artifacts required for authorization activities.
Support Audit and Accountability (AU) requirements in accordance with NIST SP 800-53 guidance.
Provide input into organizational access control policies and implementation plans.
Develop processes and procedures for evaluating and documenting vulnerabilities in accordance with DoDI 8510.01.
Ensure information systems meet or exceed cybersecurity compliance requirements.
Identify, document, report, and support remediation of security violations.
Establish information assurance requirements based upon user, policy, regulatory, and operational needs.
Perform vulnerability and compliance assessments using multiple security scanning and assessment tools.
Manage and maintain cybersecurity documentation within eMASS and/or Xacta.
Coordinate cybersecurity submissions and accreditation activities with government ISSMs and cybersecurity representatives.
Support engineering modernization efforts including Zero Trust initiatives, network service migrations, wireless modernization projects, and IPv6 implementation activities.
Mentor junior team members and provide cybersecurity guidance.
Monitor cybersecurity requirements, updates, directives, and evolving regulatory guidance.
Identify security requirements necessary for safeguarding government information and systems.

What you will bring:

Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of experience.
Additional years of directly applicable experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
Active DoD Secret security clearance.
U.S. Citizenship required.
Current DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE or equivalent).
Experience supporting Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities.
Experience serving as an ISSO, ISSO Support, Security Control Assessor (SCA) Representative, or similar cybersecurity role.
Experience supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) activities and cybersecurity accreditation efforts.
Experience performing vulnerability and compliance assessments using multiple assessment tools.
Experience using eMASS and/or Xacta.
Solid understanding of RMF and System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies.
Understanding of hardware and software engineering best practices.
Experience developing cybersecurity documentation and compliance artifacts.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Must meet eligibility requirements supporting the assigned government contract.
Ability to successfully complete required government security investigations.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

How will you wow us:

Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders to drive consensus, alignment, and forward progress across engineering, cybersecurity, operations, and government teams.
Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and implement continuous improvement initiatives that improve efficiency, compliance, and execution.
Experience supporting large-scale DoD or Federal cybersecurity programs.
Ability to work successfully and independently within a geographically distributed or virtual team environment.
Strong ability to balance cybersecurity compliance requirements with operational and mission needs.
Experience leading cybersecurity efforts supporting engineering modernization projects, network transformations, cloud initiatives, Zero Trust implementations, wireless modernization, or IPv6 adoption.

Preferred Certifications:

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Certified Authorization Professional (CAP)

JCS Solutions (JCS) is a premier technology firm providing innovative solutions and high-quality services in defense, national security, and civilian sectors. JCS offers enterprise-wide solutions including cloud computing, software development, cybersecurity, digital modernization, and management consulting for the federal government. At JCS, we elevate our customers’ mission through the application of technology and professional services. Our commitment to investing in our workforce drives innovation and progress for our clients, employees, and communities.

JCS is both a Great Place to Work and a Top Places to Work certified company.

Our employees embody our core values, and we are looking for others who do too!

Customer Experience: Strive for excellence and delight our clients
Innovation: Embrace creative thinking to enable continual growth and powerful solutions
Accountability: Take ownership of and pride in our actions and service delivery
Inspire: Be inspired to be your best self and have fun in the process
Integrity: Do the right thing, the right way, every time!
Stewardship: The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to our care.

At JCS Solutions, compensation is based on a number of factors such as location, qualifications, and applicable contract terms. The general salary range for this position is as follows: $116,000.00 - $167,000.00

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