C&A Analyst Position Description

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Develop and prepare all pertinent documentation and examine the system/network configurations, boundaries, connectivity, and overall C&A effort.  Develop and adhere to project schedule and/or perform key C&A activities including, but not limited to:
Prepare/develop System Security Plan (SSP)
Determine FIPS 199 Information Types/Security Categorization
Perform Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA)
Perform E-Authentication Assessment
Conduct NIST SP 800-26, System Self-Assessment Prepare
Develop IT System Contingency Plan
Prepare/develop IT System Contingency Plan Test Results
Prepare/develop Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) Plan
Conduct Security Assessment (SRA)
Prepare Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M)
Prepare Accreditation Decision Letter
As needed, provide program management, control, and reporting functions necessary to manage and direct the accomplishment of the efforts required for certification and accreditation management, document inventory, and external information security reporting.  Provide additional recommendations on processes, procedures, and tools that can be implemented to enhance the compliance with independent review objectives established for the systems

Junior Level C&A Analyst
Must be able to recognize of the following C&A guidelines:
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publications (SP) 800-18, 800-30, 800-34, 800-37, 800-53, 800-60,
Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) 199, 200
Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA)
OMB Circular A-130, Appendix III
·         Required Industry Experience:
One or more years of experience in computer science, management information systems, or data security experience
Education
Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Security Certification
CAP certification preferred. 
Other relevant Security Certifications.
GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
Security+
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Skills
Strong analytical and problem solving skills for resolving security issues
Good organization skills to balance work
Good interpersonal skills to interact with customers and team members
Strong communication skills to interact with team members and support personnel
Ability to work in a team environment
Background Investigation
Must successfully obtain authorization to work on Government systems through Entry on Duty Investigation

 

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