Information Assurance Engineer III TX

Information Assurance Engineer III

Location : Austin, TX

Salary Range : $75,000-$110,000

Job Summary

KaiHonua, LLC has an immediate opening for an Information Assurance (IA) Engineer to join our rapidly growing team. IA Engineer applies IT security principles, methods, and security products to protect and maintain the availability, integrity, confidentiality, and accountability of information system resources and processed information; plans, implements, and manages a Defense In Depth for the total network and / or enclaves within the network; identifies and analyzes threats and vulnerabilities to the information systems to maintain protection, accomplish risk analysis, security testing, and certification due to modifications or changes, completes computer security plans, and enforces mandatory access control techniques; manages a network security program, reporting all incidents promptly and providing corrective action to prevent further incidents; implements guidance to ensure the protection of Internet information, reduces the risks associated with automated processing of information and data, and trains all personnel in IT security awareness, as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Not listed in order of importance; other duties may be assigned) and must be able to perform the following with minimal guidance :

• Work with system owners to close IAVMs / ICVMs and open Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) in a rapid fashion, in accordance with DoD instructions / directives. Review all POA&MS with the Program Manager on at least a quarterly basis and update the POA&Ms accordingly.
• Provide Defense in Depth principles and technology in security engineering designs and implementation
• Analyze existing and future systems, reviewing security architectures, and developing engineering solutions that integrate information security requirements to proactively manage information protection
• Apply security risk assessment methodology to system development, including assessing and auditing network penetration testing, antivirus deployment, risk analysis
• Conduct Computer Incident Response Team (CIRT) activities, including forensic analysis
• Plan, implement, and manage a Defense In Depth for the total network and / or enclaves within the network to include such items as : scanning, remediation, host and network intrusion detection / prevention, firewalls, proxy servers, web cache, virus programs, vulnerability scanning, content filtering, remote dial in protection, Host Based Security Services, Directory Services, and Certification and Accreditation, DoD Instruction 5200.40, accreditation guidance and advice IAW AR 25-2 and IA Best Business Practices (BBPs). Plan, respond, investigate, and report undisclosed classified incident remediation.
• Assess and mitigate system security threats / risks throughout the program life cycle
• Validate system security requirements definition and analysis and review / approve System Security Plans for enterprise-wide architectures
• Maintain Agency public key infrastructure system Implement security designs in hardware, software, data and procedures
• Provide support for the Department of Defense (DoD) Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) service.
• Responsible for requesting, receiving, installation, and accountability of system (server) PKI certificates and providing technical support for PKI.
• Provide communications security (COMSEC) rekeying support within normal business hours or on-call, as required. Prepare and maintain secure communications devices and crypto keys. Provide Certification and Accreditation, as well as provide Automated Information System Accreditation support
• Provide Security Risk Assessment. Perform risk analysis of resources, controls, vulnerabilities, impact of losing systems' capabilities and threats to the mission objective; provide analysis to facilitate decisions to implement security countermeasures or mitigate risk; implement countermeasures; periodically review program. Recognize possible threats and review evaluations for compliance and non-compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education / Experience / Certifications

Abilities

Knowledge

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Position may require typing and reading from a computer screen. Must have sufficient mobility, including but not limited to bending, reaching, and kneeling to complete daily duties in a timely and efficient manner. May include lifting weigh up to thirty (30) pounds as necessary.

Benefits

Security Clearance :

Position requires a Secret security clearance. Must be a US citizen.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, KaiHonua, LLC is a Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO) owned SBA Small Disadvantaged Business specializing in global information technology and offering professional solutions in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.

Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects located around the world, our team possesses innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technology solutions. KaiHonua, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."

KaiHonua, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing. Positions functions and qualifications may vary depending on business needs.

KaiHonua, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

Salary : $75,000 - $110,000