Information Assurance Security Specialist Cover Letter

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for recommendations for Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) implementation and risk mitigations, using cybersecurity training and experience, to the CDD-WR.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Perform Static Code Analysis of Software Development Projects
• Professional Certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or (ISC)2 CISSP / CSSLP are preferred
• Experience with a wide range of computer systems and security tools
• Knowledge of DISA processes, procedures and culture such as Penetration testing Ports, protocol and services management
• Understanding of the impacts of various Information Assurance (IA) issues throughout the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Experience with the DoD and NSS Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
• A forensic approach to challenges
• Holds or in the process of completing Information Security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GSEC, GCIA)

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for recommendations and guidance on secure baseline configurations, such as the Defense Information Security FAA (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG), and support identification, development, and documentation of deviations from these baseline configurations for all assets, including network devices, desktops, and mobile devices.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Documented experience in the implementation of DISA STIGs, ACAS scans, and/or SCC scans
• Employee frequently interprets regulation on his/her own initiative, applies new methods to resolve complex issues and resolves most conflicts
• Knowledge of DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation (DIACAP) and other risk assessment frameworks (e.g., NIST)
• Extensive knowledge of the Certification and Accreditation (C&A) process within the CNIC and SSCPAC framework and experience reviewing, advising, and processing DIACAP packages
• Interpreting and implementing DoD directives, instructions, and policies that provide direction and guidance and applying them to a RDT&E environment
• Network security architecture to include, but not limited to
• Experience with security tools (ArcSight, Splunk) -Familiarity with system log reviews –
• Previous Computer Incident Response Team

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the information assurance security specialist position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for information Assurance support to the systems and users to ensure applicable military regulations, procedures, and policies are adhered to under guidance of Information Security System Manager(ISSM).

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Experience with the DISA Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)
• Experience with the DISA Host Based Security System (HBSS)
• Security+ CompTIA certification
• Experience with DoD IA processes and policies, including CJCSM 6510.01, Incident Response, and other IA policies
• Knowledge of the Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) and Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Experience with US Combatant Commands preferred
• Knowledge of the Telos Xacta or eMASS system preferred
• Documentation Preparation Experience

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for technical services on all aspects of Information Security; Assess system design/architecture as well as defining, and advising Information Security compliance with DISA STIGs as well as other security standards and best practices.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Technical certifications, including RHCSA or RHCE
• Experience with multi-tiered system applications (databases, web servers, middleware, application servers, and network devices)
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the NGA organization and programs, primarily GEOAxis and ISP (NDC E/W & C2S)
• Knowledgeable in NIST Special Publication 800-53 security controls and control enhancements with specific focus on the Intelligence Community overlay
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the NGA organization and programs, primarily IEC/Exploit, Cedalion, and NCL/ODS
• Possess Security+ certifications or equivalent
• Possess CEH certification
• Documented experience in the implementation of RMF policies and procedures, and FISMA compliance reporting

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the information assurance security specialist position.

Previously, I was responsible for guidance and content for cybersecurity policies and procedures to ensure that these are updated based upon the latest security trends, Security Technical Implementation Guides, Security Requirements Guides and statutory / regulatory / privacy requirements.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Sec+ or equivalent DoD 8570 certification
• Secret Clearance with eligibility for TS
• Experience with RMF, ICD 503, NIST SP800-53 or DCID 6/3
• Knowledgeable of certificate policies and IA concepts, practices, and procedures
• IA certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISA, CISM) to support the DHA consolidated IA workforce requirements
• Additional requirements for IA Personnel shall include experience in Information Assurance (IA) requirements analysis
• Plans, coordinates, and implements the CCS information security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure
• Reviews violations of computer security procedures to eliminate violations