​​assessment & Authorization (a&a) Analyst –team Lead​

Leidos UK

Ashburn, Virginia, United States
Base: $107,900.00 - $195,050.00; bonus/equity: not...
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Nist risk management framework expertise
Federal information security management act auditing
Team leadership of a&a analysts
** Leidos UK is seeking an Assessment & Authorization (A&A) Analyst Team Lead for its Cybersecurity Operations Center in Ashburn, Virginia. The role involves leading a team to evaluate and ensure compliance of information systems with security standards, particularly using NIST frameworks, while providing strategic advice and documentation support. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading a team to evaluate CBP information systems against federal security standards using the NIST Risk Management Framework.
  • Candidates must possess deep knowledge of FISMA standards, OMB Circular A-123, and specific DHS/CBP security policies to ensure system authorization.
  • The position requires daily reporting to the Ashburn VA office and mandates US citizenship for eligibility.

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** Leidos UK is seeking an Assessment & Authorization (A&A) Analyst Team Lead for its Cybersecurity Operations Center in Ashburn, Virginia. The role involves leading a team to evaluate and ensure compliance of information systems with security standards, particularly using NIST frameworks, while providing strategic advice and documentation support. **

Salary

Base: $107,900.00 - $195,050.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • NIST Risk Management Framework expertise
  • Federal Information Security Management Act auditing
  • Team leadership of A&A Analysts
  • System Security Plan documentation creation
  • DHS and CBP security policy knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Experience briefing C-Suite executives
  • Strategic advice on IT security controls
  • Cloud migration security assessment skills
  • External oversight audit coordination
  • Cybersecurity operations center familiarity

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree with 8 years experience or Master's with 6 years
  • Minimum 5 years as Auditor/ISSO for federal systems
  • DoD 8570 IAT III certification required
  • Must be a US Citizen
  • Experience with FISMA and Financial Statement Audits

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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