Job Title: Information Security Analyst - Journeyman

Sierra7 is seeking a Information Security Analyst - Journeyman!

Position responsibilities: Able to work mostly independently with support and guidance from contractor program manager. Maintain and update all report and document templates on an as needed basis or annually at a minimum. Conduct Information Systems (IS) security analysis to determine the appropriate security requirements are integrated during the design stage of an application and comply with all laws and regulations. Document findings from the authorization process in the form of a briefing to be presented to the CBP Authorizing Official which will include security evaluation findings and residual risks. Assist the Government in preparing a written justification, when appropriate, to the Director, STP Group for approval by the Assistant Commissioner, OIT or the DHS CISO to obtain a written waiver of policy for mandated security features. Compile data for reporting on various system metrics for FISMA compliance updates. Monitor and communicate timelines and due dates for all ATO milestones to the assigned system ISSO to ensure project deadlines are met. Ensure that assigned systems/applications meet the minimum DHS/CBP SA standards before a recommendation is made to the CBP CISO for Authorization. Once Authorization recommendation is accepted by CBP CISO, the Contractor shall upload all relevant SA artifacts onto the DHS-approved repositories. Recommend improvements for the authorization process where practical to lessen processing time and the amount of paperwork and/or resources required, to include benchmarking and other process improvement activities. Review domestic and international Interconnection Security Agreements (ISAs) for interconnections between DHS and non-DHS IT systems. Support liaison activities between and among CBP, DHS, and other Government agencies including law enforcement agencies, the international trade community and private firms as they relate to security compliance issues, security programs, policies, issues and information technology (IT) products.

Requirements:
Work mostly independently with support and guidance from contractor program manager. Must have strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be a US Citizen for Security Clearance is REQUIRED. Ability to work on many concurrent and changing priorities, as a Senior to work independently. Action-oriented, able to manage and meet aggressive timelines and deadlines. Must have excellent organizational and time management skills. Working knowledge of NIST SP 800-171 and NIST SP 800-53. Experience documenting processes and procedures to comply with required NIST and IT standards. Experience working in DHS or other Government agency (PREFERRED) CISSP, CISA, or CAP certifications (PREFERRED) Education and experience: Bachelor's degree in cyber security, engineering, or related technical discipline (7 years of additional experience may be substituted for education) Three (3) to five (5) years of experience performing work related to the labor category functional description Why Join Sierra7?

Sierra7 is a Small Disabled Veteran Owned Business. We were founded in 2009 with the mission of "serving those who serve". We are a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and CMMI-SVC Level 3-appraised member of the government technology and services industry. We are also a proud member of the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) and a recipient of the 2024 Gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award from the US Department of Labor, which recognizes employers who successfully recruit, hire, and retain Veterans.

Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision FSA (Flexible Spending Account) HSA (Health Savings Account) Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability Additional Supplemental Medical Benefits Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, Accident 401K Legal Assistance Financial Wellness Paid Time Off (PTO) Federal Holidays Education Reimbursement LinkedIn Learning Employee Referral Program