Fast Facts

Paragon Cyber Solutions is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to join their Space Force team in Cape Canaveral, FL, focusing on mission-critical cybersecurity operations.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include providing cybersecurity support, managing access control, conducting assessments, developing security plans, analyzing compliance, and mentoring team members.

Skills: Required skills include experience with ACAS, vulnerability assessments, risk mitigation, and knowledge of RMF and eMASS processes.

Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or a related field is preferred, along with DoD 8570 IAT II or IAM II certification (or ability to obtain).

Location: Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida, United States

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $75,000 - $120,000.

Paragon Cyber Solutions has an immediate opening for those ready for an exciting and dynamic career as a Cybersecurity Specialist to join smart, talented, and dedicated specialists that pride themselves in analyzing the most difficult challenges. Our Space Force team helps operate, maintain, and sustain mission-critical cybersecurity operations to provide safe and effective launch, testing, and tracking of Department of Defense, civil, commercial, and international space lift vehicles.

Clearance: Active Secret Security Clearance Mandatory to Start

This position is eligible for partial telecommuting after initial training period is complete.

Essential Functions

Provide Cybersecurity (CS) support to the Launch and Test Range System (LTRS) across the Enterprise.
Participate in managing the LTRS Access Management Plan (LAMP) effort across the Range
Participate and lead in the efforts to create FISMA packages and renew LTRS Authorities to Operate (ATO)
Perform DoD Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities in accordance with the DIACAP and RMF process.
Develop, modify, and review A&A documentation.
Analyze the CS architecture of Range systems for compliance with DoD policies; develop and execute security test plans; and use security tools such as ACAS/Nessus, SCAP, and execution of STIGs.
Assess the CS risk of Range systems documenting them in formal risk assessments and supporting artifacts associated with the A&A process.
Organize, develop, and present briefings, written summaries, and written reports incorporating narrative, tabular and/or graphic elements.
Provide CS Subject Matter Expertise (SME) support to project teams.
Determine the security posture and CS accreditation readiness of systems and architectures.
Support engineering design teams by assessing network and system security design features and making recommendations concerning overall security accreditation readiness and compliance with IA/CS guidance and best practices.
Conduct Information Systems vulnerability assessment, risk mitigation, and Plan of Action and Milestone (POA&M) development and tracking; understanding and application of mitigation strategies.
Research policies, procedures, standards, and guidance, and apply under specific conditions for the protection of information and information systems.
Mentor CS Operation Specialists and Associates.
Other duties as assigned
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) experience is mandatory.
Experience conducting Information Systems vulnerability assessment, risk mitigation, and application of mitigation strategies.
Understanding of RMF, eMASS, POA&Ms, ACAS, and Vulnerability Management.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

DoD 8570 IAT II or IAM II Certified (Security + CE or equivalent) or ability to obtain withing six (6) months of hire.
Ability to travel 20%.
The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements.
Valid U.S. Driver’s License required.
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision).
Retirement Plan (401K w/ employer matching).
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays.
Short and Long-Term Disability.
Healthy Work-Life Balance.
Training & Development.

Why Work For Paragon Cyber Solutions?

You want to make a difference. You want to be recognized by name versus being a number. You want to work with a company where you can grow and work in different areas to increase your knowledge/experience. You have an entrepreneurial spirit and need to live it.

As a small business, each team member rolls up their sleeves and helps where needed (including our CEO). Our ideal candidate will be comfortable with multi-tasking and prefers working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You must be adaptable to the needs of a growing business.

A Model of Excellence

That’s our motto in all we do and what we seek in our team members.

Are you a hardworking professional seeking a new opportunity that fosters growth? Look no further!

We are an award winning minority, woman, veteran-owned, 8(a), EDWOSB, VOSB, certified Tampa, FL-based small business. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality solutions that help our clients protect the integrity of their business operations.

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