Cybersecurity Analyst, Mid Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of cybersecurity analyst, mid. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for guidance and expertise on DoD and AF policies, instructions related to the A&A processes, AF Security, Interoperability, Supportability, Sustainability and Interoperability (SISSU) activities, DoD Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) web-based tool used to implement the DoD Information Assurance A&A Process, the AF Certification and Accreditation Process (AFCAP), and DoD’s Risk Management Framework (RMF) and report any security findings to the appropriate Cybersecurity POCs.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Experience with DoD Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and ArcSight Logger
• Knowledge of Xacta in a professional work environment
• Experience with scripts, including bash to provide automated scanning or monitoring solutions
• Knowledge of secure IT architecture, computing hardware, and software
• Meet DoD directive 8570 or 8140 series Certification requirements to serve as an IAT Level II or Information Assurance Manager Level II
• Experience with planning, implementing, monitoring, and managing continuous risk evaluation engines
• Experience in working with Cloud technologies, including Amazon Web Services (AWS) or Azure, and infrastructure as a service
• Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) or Windows system administration

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the cybersecurity analyst, mid position.

Previously, I was responsible for risk Management Framework Support in accordance with the Navy’s Risk Management Framework Process Guide.

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

• SANS GSEC, GCIA, Security+ (and related)
• Experience with DoD or Navy
• Experience with IT Cybersecurity policy, compliance, and standards for the Navy or DoD
• CompTIA Security+ or 8570 DoD Approved Certifications, including IAT Level II or III
• Experience with implementing supply chain risk management activities in the DoD
• DoD Cybersecurity Workforce Certifications, including Security+, CISSP, CASP, SSCP, CISM, or GSLC CEH
• Experience with performing compliance reviews of weapons systems, industrial control systems (ICS), SCADA systems, Cloud-hosted systems, or research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) systems
• Knowledge of RMF concepts and processes

I would like to submit my application for the cybersecurity analyst, mid opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for systems engineering for ground and space system specifically in Cybersecurity, Cryptography, Information Assurance (IA), and Risk Management Framework Interpret interface control documents and system requirements and provide subject matter expertise to customer.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience with the U.S Army, DoD and intelligence community (IC) information assurance (IA), as an information systems security officer (ISSO) or information assurance manager (IAM)
• Experience in developing body of evidence artifacts for certification & accreditation (C&A) of systems, under frameworks including National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-Series, DoD RMF, and intelligence community directive (ICD) 503
• Experience with eMASS or Xacta tools
• Knowledge of terminology and federal regulations applicable to specification, development, acquisition, and maintenance of IT system
• Experience with STIG analysis and implementation processes
• Knowledge of the RMF and applicable regulations, including DoDI 8500.01, DoDI 8510.01, NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53 and 53A, NIST SP 800-30, and CNSSI 1253
• Expertise in incident response and system monitoring and analysis
• Experience with compliance requirements (GLBA, PCI, HIPAA, SOX)

In response to your job posting for cybersecurity analyst, mid, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for cybersecurity analysis, with a focus on Assessment and Authorization (A&A), under the implementation of the Risk Management Framework (RMF).

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience in conducting risk assessments that protect the business and adhere with compliance and privacy laws
• Knowledge of multiple computing platforms, including Windows, OSX, Linux, Unix, networks and endpoints
• Experience with change and project management
• Acts with integrity, takes pride in work and seeks to excel, be curious and adaptable
• Displays an analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Is highly organized and efficient
• Is highly trustworthy and leads by example
• Stays current with evolving threat landscape

Please consider me for the cybersecurity analyst, mid opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for expert guidance in Cybersecurity & Risk Management to ensure that technology solutions meet all requirements and standards.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Knowledge of A&A processes and standards
• Experience with integrating DoD system security engineering into the acquisitions process
• Knowledge of system security engineering, the risk management framework (RMF), and client principles and policies, including DoD, NIST, and CNSS guidance
• Experience with software assurance or forensics
• Experience with managing and supporting RMF A&A activities, including conducting security control validation, performing risk assessments, and maintaining system authorization packages
• DoDI 8570 Certification for IA workforce
• Experience with the implementation of NIST special publications, federal regulations, and DoD policies
• Navy Qualified Validator Certification