Amentum is seeking a Cybersecurity Associate to provide Security Control and Risk Assessments for the Space Force Range Contract (SFRC).
Essential Technical and Administrative Cybersecurity Functions:
- Take direction from and execute the policies and processes established to improve cybersecurity across the Western Launch Range.
- Serve as a developing cybersecurity professional, assisting in representing SFRC to government and associated customers.
- Execute authenticated scans using tools like Nessus and SCAP Compliance Checker; assist in analyzing network traffic and populating Ports, Protocols, and Services Management (PPSM) documentation.
- Support the application of Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) settings and help record and report findings in a STIG checklist.
- Keep up to date with new technologies and capabilities to maintain a foundational awareness of cybersecurity and IT advancements.
- Assist in organizing, developing, and presenting briefings, written summaries, and reports.
- Obtain and maintain a SIPRNet account and learn to use eMASS with guidance from senior staff.
- Safeguard and ensure the integrity of company, customer, and government data.
- Support the review of documentation and assist in analyzing the cybersecurity posture of Range IT systems for compliance with DoD/DOW and NIST policies.
- Acquire and maintain cybersecurity-relevant certifications based on DoD 8140 guidance.
Organizational Support:
- Assist the O&M, Engineering, and Business Systems organizations in implementing cybersecurity requirements.
- Monitor your assigned tasks to ensure products are delivered on time.
- Ensure your work is reviewed by senior staff prior to release to ensure quality and consistency.
- Assist in developing and maintaining procedures and work instructions.
Required Skills:
- Self-motivated team player capable of working with supervision.
- Good organization and time management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for resolving technical issues.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with team members.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and maintain a professional image.
Required Experience and Education:
- 4+ years of relevant experience with associate degree
- 0-2 years of experience in information technology, system administration, or networking with a bachelor degree.
- Experience or familiarity with:
- Vulnerability and patch management concepts.
- Installation or configuration for IT systems, such as firewalls, network appliances, or operating systems.
- Basic security principles and network hardware configurations.
- Foundational understanding of DoD Cybersecurity Policies is a plus.
- Experience with vulnerability scanning tools is highly desirable.
Salary and Other Compensation
- The annual starting salary for this position is between $60,000 – $80,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid time off, paid parental leave, and paid holidays annually.
Compensation Details:
$60,000 - $80,000
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
01/28/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
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