Information Assurance (IA) Operations III

Company: Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies
Location: Newport News
Posted on: May 19, 2025

Job Description:

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is looking for an Information Assurance (IA) Operations III to support our government customer located in Newport News, Virginia.

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DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain current knowledge of Cybersecurity industry best practices and recommend system changes as necessary to keep the IMCOM IT infrastructure current.
Install, configure, and maintain computer and network security software, including instances of the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) Viewer, and other cyber security software test and scanning software applications.
Reviews threat and vulnerability assessments to analyze the risk to information technology and networks and determines appropriate measures to effectively manage those risks.
Conduct vulnerability assessments on assets and review results to verify targeted assets (e.g., servers, workstations, network appliances,) conform to security requirements.
Serve as a subject matter expert, participating in meetings, working groups, system demonstrations, and conferences as needed.
Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required, preferred degree in computer science or IT related field.
Individual shall have IAT-II certification (i.e. CCNA Security, Security+ CE, GSEC, GICSP, CySA+** CND; or SSCP) IAW AR 25-2
Individual shall possess a Certified Information Security Manager - (CISM -) certification

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience with DoD Cybersecurity compliance and certification processes and building, modifying, RMF packages and artifacts for IA and Cyber certification and compliance throughout the acquisition life cycle.
Ability to review and generate security artifacts, including security plans, POA&M, and security concept of operations.
Experience Preparing and implement accreditation and certification requirements which may include APMS, FISMA, Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP), and other required documents.
Experience Assisting ISOs with system registration, Federal Information System Management Act (FISMA) data call requirements, updates in the Army Portfolio Management Solution (APMS), development of RMF documentation, coordination with DA Certifying Authority, coordination with Designated Approval Authority, and obtaining the Authority to Operate (ATO).
Experience reviewing threat and vulnerability assessments to analyze the risk to information systems, networks, and determine appropriate measures to effectively manage those risks.
Knowledgeable of current Government Information Assurance and Cybersecurity policy, regulations, and standards.

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must have an active Secret clearance.

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees

"EOE, including Disability/Vets" OR "Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans"

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, K--pono Government Services, and Kapili Services, Po`okela Solutions, K--kaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com

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