Cybersecurity Systems Analyst - Associate

Jacobs Solutions - Tampa, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Tampa, FL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As a Cybersecurity Systems Analyst at Jacobs, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the security and integrity of information systems within the Department of Defense (DoD) environment. Your primary responsibilities will include performing assessment and authorization coordination, advising customers on the Risk Management Framework (RMF), and developing Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to address network deficiencies. You will assess network compliance against controls outlined in NIST 800-53 and create Assessment and Authorization (A&A) packages to support the Cybersecurity program at USSOCOM and its Component Commands. In this position, you will conduct comprehensive assessments, compliance checks, and validations of IT systems to ensure they meet regulatory and security standards. You will be responsible for identifying and mitigating potential vulnerabilities within customer systems, advising on network and system risks, and recommending risk mitigation strategies. Your expertise will be essential in performing security evaluations and vulnerability assessments using tools such as the DOD Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and Nessus. You will also liaise with network and system administrators to rectify identified deficiencies and ensure that new systems and applications introduced into the SOF environment comply with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG). Your role will involve tracking the A&A status of systems, maintaining documentation, and providing subject matter expertise on RMF processes to various stakeholders, including deployed forces and other contractors. Additionally, you will develop and maintain supporting documentation for new and existing networks, cloud environments, and information systems, ensuring they align with DoD and IC RMF requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessment and authorization coordination for cybersecurity systems.
• Advise and assist customers with Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes.
• Develop Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) for resolving network deficiencies.
• Assess network compliance against NIST 800-53 controls and create A&A packages.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, compliance checks, and validations of IT systems.
• Identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities within customer systems.
• Advise on network and system risks and recommend risk mitigation strategies.
• Perform security evaluations and vulnerability assessments using ACAS and Nessus.
• Liaise with network and system administrators to correct identified deficiencies.
• Track A&A status of systems and maintain documentation in USSOCOM's automated tools.
• Develop and maintain supporting documentation for networks and cloud environments.
• Assist with the enforcement of A&A and connection standards for networks and systems.
• Track and report compliance with applicable Cybersecurity regulations and directives.
• Develop and maintain an Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) Plan.
• Coordinate with various organizations to resolve security and A&A issues.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity or related field.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Technology).
• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
• Current DoD 8570.01-M certification, IAT Level II certification is mandatory.
• Experience with system administration, architecture, and engineering.
• Knowledge of DoD IA processes and policies, including DODI 8510.01 and NIST standards.
• Familiarity with the Telos Xacta or eMASS system is desired.
• Technical background in networking, identity management, and operating systems (Microsoft and Linux).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with the US Combatant Commands (USCENTCOM/USSOCOM) is desired.
• Knowledge of cyber network defense tools such as endpoint security and SIEM.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• 401k retirement savings plan.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible scheduling options.