Individual shall perform as the Cyber Security Data Management Analyst and support POA&M management using data gathered from CDM tools and processing the data collected. The data management analyst should gather POA&Ms from multiple for USDA agencies and be able to build into an integrated master schedule, track milestones, report dependencies and escalate planning conflicts. To coordinate with USDA agencies to ensure that these POA&Ms are handled and resolved in an appropriate amount of time. This includes familiarity with the technical requirements and work being performed to ensure all are within scope, appropriately documented, staffed, financially managed, and delivered to support the Government Agency requirements. This position will support the Information Security Center (ISC) with the competencies and required skills for Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) Continuous Diagnostic and Mitigation (CDM) tools, capabilities, and security analysis and services that directly support ISC and agency security and IT staff. The Systems Analyst will provide protection, detection, analysis, response, and remediation services and support for ISC and USDA agencies using ISC’s ISCM security sensors, tools, capabilities, and dashboard solutions. Performs a variety of tasks with minimal oversight. Proactive problem solver with the ability to present problems and recommendations concurrently.
- General understanding of Government contract work
- Proven administrative or assistant experience
- Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
- Attention to detail and problem solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and planning skills
- Monitor and analyze costs, perform financial analysis for costs, sales, and manpower requirements for POA&M vulnerability management.
Required Skills
- Knowledge and experience in Cybersecurity.
- Knowledge of National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST 800-53) guidelines and the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) is desired.
- Prepare estimates at completion for direct charge programs using inputs from contracts, purchasing, production, engineering, and programs departments.
- Assist in preparation of fiscal plan for future year's costs by forecasting material costs, labor costs, manpower requirements and contract value changes.
- Determine, analyze, and explain variances of actuals and or EAC amounts from plan and/or budget/bid.
- Regularly status and update actual data and revise plan to achieve objective.
- Assist with monthly, quarterly and annual forecasting process.
- Work with stakeholders to collect inputs and compile into a meaningful reporting format.
- Ability to organize and communicate complex material in a logical, clear and concise manner
- Knowledge of Earned Value Management is desired.
- Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this position requires U.S. Citizenship status.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Required Experience