Mission Assurance Analyst IV
Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Lead MRT-C mapping and mission-based risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities in cyber terrain and operational dependencies. 

• Conduct critical asset dependency analysis to determine mission impacts and prioritize protection strategies. 

• Develop and maintain Risk Management Plans (RMPs) and Mission Mitigation Plans (MMPs) for DCAs and TCAs. 

• Support the execution of Mission Assurance Assessments (MAAs) and contribute to the Mission Assurance Risk Management System (MARMS) 

• Align mission assurance activities with RMF and DoD cybersecurity directives. 

• Prepare and deliver technical briefings, white papers, and executive-level reports on mission risk findings and mitigation strategies. 

• Coordinate with stakeholders across DoD Components to ensure consistent implementation of the Mission Assurance Construct. 

• Maintain awareness of evolving threats and integrate intelligence into mission assurance planning. 

• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

 
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, IT, Information Assurance or related field. OR  

• Master’s degree with 5+ years’ experience 

• 10+ years of proven experience in mission impact analysis, critical infrastructure protection, and RMF implementation 

• Must have experience in mission analysis, information security technologies 

• Must have experience with Mission Relevant Terrain in Cyberspace (MRT-C), including resilient C5IM capabilities and critical asset correlation (KT-C).   

• Certifications: RMF-related certifications (e.g., CAP, CISSP) preferred. 

• Must have active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility 

 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills. 

• Deep understanding of DoD Mission Assurance policy and related frameworks. 

• Familiarity with MARMS, Enterprise Mission Assurance Analysis Portal, and Component Critical Asset Management Systems. 

• Proficiency in RMF, cybersecurity risk assessment, and mission-based asset identification. 

• Ability to assess mission-critical dependencies and develop actionable risk mitigation strategies. 

• Skilled in correlating operational risk with asset vulnerabilities and mission priorities. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical and executive audiences. 

• Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating with senior stakeholders. 

• Familiarity with Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) assessments and MAAP execution a plus. 

• Background in operations research, emergency management, or cybersecurity strategy a plus. 

• Ability to meet minimum clearance requirements. 

• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required. 

• Ability to travel up to 10%.