Junior Systems Analyst

Applied Research Associates (ARA), Inc. has an immediate need for an experienced IT Professional to serve as Junior Systems Analyst for the Integrated Missions System Sector in Raleigh, NC. The candidate will support multiple programs. The Systems Analyst will coordinate with the Information System Security Manager for these Information Systems to ensure the Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements are implemented, functional, and kept up to date according to System Security Plans, the DAAPM/NISPOM, and applicable NIST Publications.

In this position, Information Systems Analyst will build, configure and maintain systems that adhere to government regulations.

What you'll do as a Junior Systems Analyst:

• Maintains and monitors compliant information systems for use on government contracts
• Executes the security testing and evaluation to ensure the correct implementation of security requirements
• Executes security scanning and the analysis of the scan results
• Maintain file servers, and network access, document and analyze system anomalies to ensure optimum equipment performance.
• Prepares system for operational use and support operational tests Supports secure maintenance and continuous monitoring
• Performs weekly system audits, media reviews, hardware/software configuration management
• Provides technical support to users
• Performs other duties as assigned

Junior Systems Analyst Requirements:

• U.S. citizenship is required and an active Top Secret Security Clearance
• High School Diploma with 6-8 years of experience
• Assist in ensuring compliance with the DCSA Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM), Department of Defense (DoD) regulations, Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
• Assist the ISSM in conducting security briefings and training as needed
• Assist the ISSM with preparation for Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) Security Vulnerability Assessments (SVA), Command Cyber Readiness Inspections (CCRI), and Other Government Agency (OGA) inspections
• Have a strong understanding of computer operating systems (Windows and Linux), software, and computer hardware
• Have the ability to configure laptops/desktops/servers, install applications, setup network infrastructure, and troubleshoot as required
• Possess working knowledge of and experience with Cisco routers, firewalls, and switches
• Possess a DoD 8570 IAM-I level professional certification (i.e. Security +) or have the ability to obtain the certification within six (6) months of hire

Junior Systems Analyst Preferences:

• BS Degree with 0-2 years of experience
• Highest degree of personal and professional integrity and ethics
• Strong organizational and administrative skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Strong interpersonal skills working with all levels of staff and customers
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Maintain and adhere to a high level of confidentiality
• Possess the ability to multitask, prioritize workload, and be flexible
• Possess the ability to learn new systems and procedures quickly
• Proficient in IA Security specifications such as Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST SP 800-53
• Experience with security assessment/hardening tools, i.e. STIGs, SCAP, ACAS, etc.
• Security+ Certification
• Cisco Certification

Who is ARA?

Do you want to work for a purpose? Applied Research Associates, Inc. (aka ARA) is an employee-owned international research and engineering company. We have been providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences since 1979. ARA has over 1,700 employee owners and continues to grow rapidly. Together, our offices throughout the U.S. and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense, civil, and health technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement.

ARA also prides itself, on having a challenging culture where innovation & experimentation are the norm. The motto, "Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit" sums up the ARA experience. Employee ownership ensures you have a voice with what happens in the company. We are also very proud of our Women's Initiative Network (WIN), whose purpose is to motivate, support, and encourage professional career development for women to maximize career and professional accomplishments.

To find out more about what the Integrated Missions Systems Sector has to offer, visit our website at: https://www.ara.com/benefits/

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)