Cyber Information Assurance Analyst Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the cyber information assurance analyst position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for iA guidance for development of Business Continuity Plan, Business Impact Analysis (BIA), Disaster Recovery Plan, and System Security Plan.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Previous Windows or Linux System Administration experience is helpful
• Experience with security hardening, assessment, and automated reporting tools (SCAP, ACAS, HBSS, Nessus, XACTA) would be preferred
• Top Security security clearance would be helpful
• Provide security subject matter expertise at all engineering, change, configuration control or equivalent meetings
• Lead/support the quarterly Federal Information Security Management Act audits
• Experience preparing for and conducting command cyber readiness inspection self-inspections/audits audit activities associated with As needed, design and develop IA or IA enabled products, interface specifications, and approaches to secure the environment
• Provide technical expertise for Cybersecurity efforts supporting multiple programs and labs
• Prepare DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) accreditation packages solutions for several system and labs IAW ICD 503, CNSS 1253 and NIST 800-53 Rev 5

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the cyber information assurance analyst position.

Previously, I was responsible for system administrators, system owners, and IT support staff with effective vulnerability mitigation strategies and meaningful vulnerability metrics.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Enterprise level Security Center or ACAS administration and configuration
• Relevant certification (CISM or CISSP)
• Prior information assurance and/or cybersecurity experience in the DOD/Federal Government environment, including supporting Risk Management Framework (RMF) system accreditation
• SharePoint site administrative experience
• Familiarity with National Institute of Technology (NIST) Information Security Documents
• Experience developing and promulgating Security Assessment Plans
• Experience interpreting and evaluating implementation of NIST 800-53 rev 4 security controls
• Experience creating and managing RMF packages using EMASS or DHS IACS/Xacta

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the cyber information assurance analyst position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for security services, including Intrusion Detection System (IDS/IPS) support, vulnerability scans, Information Assurance Vulnerability Assessment (IAVA) compliance, automated continuous monitoring of systems/networks, traffic monitoring and account and permissions management All IAVAs shall be actioned within the timelines specified.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Write security related procedures, incident reports and white papers
• Abiliy to perform administrative functions to create, distribute, use, and dispose of official/classified media while accomplishing, maintaining, adhering, and performing records management functions
• This individual will conduct system security or information assurance (IA) assessments using the DIACAP, NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), or equivalent industry process
• The individual selected for this role will provide technical management and leadership for the major tasks or technology assignments
• Establishes goals and plans that meet project objectives
• Directs and controls activities for a client, having overall responsibility for financial management, methods and staffing to ensure that technical requirements are met
• Interactions involve client negotiations and interfacing with senior management
• Provides integration and implementation of the computer systems security solution

In response to your job posting for cyber information assurance analyst, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for tangible analysis to improve the System Security Plan (SSP) and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Knowledge of the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA), IA policy
• IAT Level III Cert (CISA, GCIH, CISSP or CASP CE)
• Expereince providing IA and/or Cybersecurity support to DoD customers
• Be able to obtain a US passport and visa to travel internationally
• Be willing to travel CONUS / OCONUS and work in Hardship and Hazardous designated locations
• Experience providing onsite support for multiple manned aerial ISR platforms
• Be able to obtain a US passport & visa to travel internationally
• Enterprise level HBSS administration and configuration

I am excited to be applying for the position of cyber information assurance analyst. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for engineering responses for system POA&Ms, conducting risk analysis for Risk Acceptance Requests (RARs) and providing overall Cybersecurity program development support to the organization.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Review and process Interconnection Security Agreements (ISAs), Policy Waivers, Approval to Test (ATT), and interim Approval to Operate (IATO) documents
• Prior experience supporting ISR programs and platforms
• Willing to relocate to Bridgewater, VA
• BA or equivalent systems related discipline
• Knowledge of current Government Industrial Security, DoD Standard Guidelines to include
• NISPOM, DCID 6-3, ICD 503 & DoD 5205.07, JAFAN, NISTCNSSI No
• COMSEC and (DSS) Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM) related experience
• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) if not already acquired is to be attained within 24 months of employment