Junior Information Assurance - IA - Specialist

Junior Information Assurance – IA – Specialist

0–2 years of experience in cybersecurity or related field. Internship or military experience accepted.
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related discipline, OR equivalent military training.
Familiarity with DoD RMF, NIST 800-53, and cybersecurity principles.
Strong attention to detail, willingness to learn, and ability to follow structured processes.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Assist in navigating systems through the RMF process (Steps 1–6) under the supervision of senior staff.
Support the preparation and maintenance of ATO packages within eMASS.
Collect and organize security artifacts to assist in ATO renewals and continuous monitoring.
Help maintain and track POA&M items, identifying and documenting remediation steps.
Assist in conducting security control assessments using NIST 800-53 and DoD RMF standards.
Support vulnerability management efforts, including scanning, documentation, and reporting.
Monitor system compliance with DoD 8570.01-M requirements and cybersecurity best practices.
Help maintain security tools and technologies (e.g., ACAS, HBSS, SIEM platforms).
Assist in developing and maintaining security documentation including System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessments, and Security Assessment Reports.
Prepare and contribute to compliance briefings and reports for IA teams and program stakeholders.
Maintain organized records of security events, incidents, and compliance status in shared repositories.
Provide administrative support for Identity and Access Management (IAM) processes.
Participate in Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) initiatives under guidance.
Assist in incident response drills, tabletop exercises, and lessons-learned documentation.