About The Role

Be Challenged and Make a Difference

In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture.

Description of Task to be Performed

AnaVation is seeking an experienced cyber professional to join our team and support our mission critical customer in Reston, VA.As an ISSE, you will design, develop, and integrate secure network and system architectures. The role focuses on building technical cybersecurity defenses, mitigating life-cycle risks, and ensuring systems comply with government and industry standards like the Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Duties include but are not limited to

Provides technical expertise to ensure the network systems meet DIA C&A and IA requirements and are properly certified and accredited

Responsibilities are full-time on customer’s onsite and will cover classified programs and Special Access Programs (SAP). No Telework.

Designs, develops, and recommends integrated security system and physical control solutions that will ensure proprietary/confidential data and systems are protected

Assist team in DIA’s Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) process using RMF across the design lifecycle for classified systems obtaining and maintaining Interim Authorization to Test (IATT), Authority to Connect (ATC) and Authorization to Operate (ATO)

Offers technical engineering services for the support of integrated security systems and solutions, managing information-related risks effectively

Works closely with the client during the strategic design process to translate security and business requirements into actionable technical designs

Configures and validates secure systems and physical controls, and tests security products and systems to detect security weakness

Develop comprehensive system test plans (STP) to assess the security posture of the information systems

Analyze scan results and security findings to prioritize remediation efforts and implement corrective measures

Participate in incident response activities and assist in the resolution of security incidents as needed

Required Qualifications

Clearance: Active TS/SCI Clearance with CI Polygraph
Education & Years of Experience: HS with 4 years of experience related to specific functional area (Education requirements are flexible depending on experience.)
Certifications: Hold or attain a CySA+ or equivalent IAT Level II certification.
Experience and knowledge on:
Excellent verbal (Phone customer interaction skills) and written communication skills.
Experience with general information technology.
Willingness to work in Northern Virginia (Reston)
Ability to work both as part of a team and independently.