Canvas Agency - El Segundo, CA
posted 4 months ago
The Journeyman Cybersecurity Engineer & Analyst at Canvas will play a crucial role in providing direct Assessment & Authorization (A&A) support to the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) for all directorate Mission Information Systems. This position involves Cybersecurity Analysis & Engineering support to ensure the secure operations of enterprise networks, systems, and critical mission data. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, updating, and accomplishing Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) entries and updates, as well as coordinating and staffing A&A packages in accordance with DoDI 8510.01 Risk Management Framework. In addition to maintaining and preparing mission systems C&A schedules and package status reports, the engineer will register named mission systems in ITIPS, ensuring compliance with the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA). The role requires reviewing enterprise mission systems certification policies, programs, procedures, and reports for both initial and follow-on system releases, documenting findings with suggested changes. The engineer will also administer enterprise mission systems information assurance telecoms and eMASS database updates, conduct research and analysis to assess security posture, and monitor the Vulnerability Management System. The position includes conducting and documenting Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) and physical security penetration tests on enterprise mission systems, revalidating information assurance and cyber controls, and assessing Higher Headquarters directed changes in A&A policy requirements. This role is essential for maintaining the security posture of mission systems and ensuring compliance with various DoD directives and policies.