Assessment & Authorization (A&A) Analyst

Description

Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Security Operations Center (SOC) is a US Government program responsible to prevent, identify, contain and eradicate cyber threats to CBP networks through monitoring, intrusion detection and protective security services to CBP information systems including local area networks / wide area networks (LAN / WAN), commercial Internet connection, public facing websites, wireless, mobile / cellular, cloud, security devices, servers and workstations. The CBP SOC is responsible for the overall security of CBP Enterprise-wide information systems, and collects, investigates, and reports any suspected and confirmed security violations.

Primary Responsibilities

The selected candidate will apply experience as an Assessment and Authorization Analyst by evaluating CBP Information Systems being introduced to the environment to determine if they meet the required security standards and are authorized to operate within the CBP network, using the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) or similar methodologies

The candidate will be responsible for evaluating key points in the System Lifecycle, such as before its deployment or during major updates. Responsibilities may include creating security documentation (e.g., System Security Plan, Security Assessment Report) and obtaining the final authorization to operate (ATO).The candidate should be able to provide assistance in collecting information and answering questions in regard to many broad IT areas including, but not limited to : security management controls, access controls, provisioning and deprovisioning, transfers, separation of duties, configuration management, contingency planning, application security, business process controls, interface controls, and data management system controls.

The candidate will be responsible for :

Conducting formal assessments and deciding whether the system is authorized to operate

Conducting a formal assessment of the system's security posture

Evaluating whether security controls meet established standards and are functioning effectively

Documenting results and making recommendations for improving security

Recommending whether the system should be authorized to operate based on assessment outcomes

Ensuring that the system has the necessary security controls to minimize risks

Basic Qualifications

A minimum of a Bachelor's degree coupled with 4-8 years' experience in the Information Technology, Computer Science, IT, Information / Cyber Security field from an accredited college or university arena or Master's Degree with 1+ years of relevant experience.

Superior writing, communication and critical analysis skills

Deep understanding of Information Assurance, Information Technology and Information Management concepts, processes and procedures

Experience with supporting the delivery of large and complex projects on time and within budget in government organizations

Minimum of 1-3 years of experience as an ISSO supporting major federal information systems / applications

Superior writing, communication and critical analysis skills

Deep understanding of Information Assurance, Information Technology and Information Management concepts, processes and procedures

Working knowledge of the following policies : NIST SP 800-37, Rev 2, Risk Management Framework for Information Systems and Organizations : A System Life Cycle Approach for Security and Privacy, DHS 4300A Policy and Handbook, CBP Information Systems Security Policies and Procedures Handbook (HB 1400-05D).

Must be a US Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience with CBP

DoD 8570 IAT III

CompTIA Certified Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)

ISC2 Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance Certification (CGRC)

ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

ISACA Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).

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Original Posting : December 3, 2025

For U.S. Positions : While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range : Pay Range $85,150.00 - $153,925.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

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