Junior Cyber & A&A Security Specialist

Location: Hybrid-Remote (Silver Spring, MD)

Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizenship

Clearance Requirement: Active NOAA/NWS Public Trust

Overview

AttainX, Inc. is seeking a Junior Cyber & A&A Security Specialist to support cybersecurity and IT compliance initiatives within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), specifically the National Weather Service (NWS). The ideal candidate will have hands-on IT support experience within NOAA/NWS and a foundational understanding of information security concepts. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong technical troubleshooting skills looking to grow into an information assurance role.

Key Responsibilities

• Support data collection and security documentation efforts as part of Security Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes under the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Assist in drafting and updating A&A Documentation including Security Assessment Plans (SAPs), and Security Assessment Reports (SARs).
• Under supervision, conduct assessments for selected NIST SP 800-53 controls (e.g., access control, configuration management, audit and accountability).
• Collect and document evidentiary artifacts (screenshots, test logs, interview notes) to validate control implementation and effectiveness.
• Participate and coordinate with senior A&A staff and system personnel to prepare for assessments.
• Participate in stakeholder meetings, including kick-offs, interview sessions, and post-assessment interviews.

Minimum Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting IT operations within NOAA and/or NWS.
• Active Public Trust clearance with NOAA/NWS.
• 1+ year of experience in IT support or help desk functions, including mobile device management and software provisioning.
• Familiarity with federal IT systems, asset tracking tools, and service ticket systems (e.g., Share Portal, Remedy).
• Foundational understanding of cybersecurity concepts, RMF, and NIST standards (training or practical exposure).
• Ability to work independently and in a remote team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to Security Assessment & Authorization processes or documentation.
• Experience working with or supporting cybersecurity tools and procedures.
• Current enrollment in or completion of cybersecurity certification training (e.g., CompTIA Security+) within six months of hire.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent; completion of military technical training (25B – IT Specialist) or related IT education preferred.

About Us

AttainX Inc. is SBA Certified 8(a), Women Owned Small Business (WOSB), Economically Disadvantaged WOSB (EDWOSB), CMMI Level 3, ISO 9001:2015 certified QMS and Silver Level SaFe Partner.  For more than 12 years, AttainX, Inc. has delivered emergent technologies, software products, and high-quality services that meet the needs of our Federal Government customers.  

The last 3 years have shown significant company growth as we have increased our contracts portfolio and hold the “Best in Class” contract vehicles, GSA MAS and OASIS Small Business and 8(a) Pools 1, 2 and 3. In addition, we are prime on several Agency Specific IDIQ’s and BPA’s with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Department of Energy, Navy, Health and Human Service and the Defense Intelligence Agency.

AttainX is dedicated to quality and best practices for the services we provide. We understand our people are the key ingredient to ensuring our customers Mission and Goals are met with excellence. 

Benefits  

We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to include paid vacation, medical, dental, vision, matching 401K plan, tuition/training reimbursement, and Long & Short Term Disability. 

EEO Commitment:

AttainX is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer, we are committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law. These protections also extend to applicants. Follow the links below to find out more;

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Accommodations:

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation, please send an email to HR@AttainX.com.  Indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. 

Physical Demands:

Sitting and working on a computer for long, continuous periods each day; effective communications by telephone, email, and face-to-face; standing, walking, and sitting; handling and feeling objects or controls; reaching; talking and hearing; lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds; and specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.

Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.