Cloud Computing Subject Matter Expert (SME)

TekSynap • $125K — $175K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Secret Clearance with IT-I eligibility
  • Five years of relevant C&A and RMF experience
  • DOD IA experience
  • Cloud Computing Security Certification (CCSP, CCSK, or equivalent)
  • Active certification meeting DOD 8570.01 IAM III standards
  • Experience in assessing RMF Security Controls for complex Information Systems.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as an Information Assurance and Cloud Computing SME for DLA
  • Maintain certification as a Certified Cloud Security Professional and DoD IAM
  • Assess RMF security controls for compliance and gather validating artifacts
  • Recommend security categorization and applicable controls for information systems
  • Develop continuity plans and system-level security documents
  • Identify and manage cloud computing security risks across various models
  • Demonstrate expertise in FedRAMP assessment methodology and six domain areas.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401K plan
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability plans
  • Paid vacation and holidays
Full Job Description
Responsibilities & Qualifications

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Serves as an Information Assurance and Cloud Computing SME with regards to supporting the DLA implementation of the Department of Defense (DoD) Risk Management Framework (RMF) using DoD and DLA regulations and the Committee for National Security Systems Instruction (CNSSI) 1253 and relevant National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) RMF guidance in NIST Special Publication(s) (SP) such as 800-53 and 800-37.
  • The CCS shall maintain current certification as a Certified Cloud Security Professional and a qualified DoD Information Assurance Manager (IAM). 
  • As an IA SME, the CCS will have experience assessing RMF security controls for compliance to include gathering and citing validating artifacts. 
  • As IA SME, the CCS will be able to recommend security categorization for an information system, identify applicable security controls, write continuity plans and develop continuity test plans, work with DOD Architecture Framework analysts, and research, write, coordinate, and staff required system-level security documents (SOPs, Job Aids, Manuals, Guides).
  • The CCS will be capable of working independently with substantial cloud computing security knowledge.
  • The CCS must have the essential skillsets to identify, manage and resolve cloud computing security risks and implement 7best practices7 as applied within a cloud environment (across all of the different deployment and service models, and derivatives).
  • The CCS will be well versed in the FedRAMP assessment methodology for security and privacy controls deployed in cloud information systems to include six (6) domain areas. The six domains include: 
    • Architectural Concepts & Design Requirements 
    • Cloud Data Security 
    • Cloud Platform & Infrastructure Security 
    • Cloud Application Security 
    • Operations 
    • Legal & Compliance 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Active Secret Clearance with IT-I eligibility.  
  • Five (5) years of relevant C&A experience, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and NIST C&A experience. 
  • DOD IA experience.  
  • Cloud Computing Security Certification such as CCSP, CCSK, or equivalent. 
  • Active certification meeting DOD 8570.01 IAM lII standards.
  • Experience in assessing IA/RMF Security Controls and conducting C&A reviews for large, complex Information systems. 
Overview

TekSynap is seeking aCloud Computing SME to join our government project supporting Defense Logistics Agency in Springfield, VA

This position is in support of Defense Logistics Agency (DLA).  DLA is an agency of the Department of Defense. DLA Information Operations, Enterprise Infrastructure Services (EIS), Information Operations Enterprise Enclave (IOEE), Information Operations Secure Enterprise Enclave (IOSEE) located enterprise wide at multiple DLA locations. This position is intended to support the Enterprise Telecommunications Network and Cloud functions by exercising skills and expertise in telecom engineering and operational support of current and new technologies.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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Additional Job Information

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Locations: Springfield, VA
  • Type of environment: Office
  • Noise level: Medium
  • Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday 6 Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
  • Amount of Travel: Less than 10%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

  • US Citizen
  • Secret Clearance with IT-I eligibility.

WAGE INFORMATION

Target salary range: $125,000.00 - 175,000.00.The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined on several factors regarding the individuals particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees.

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

Many positions require specific certifications and/or the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants who accept an offer of employment may be subject to investigations performed by TekSynap and/or the Government to verify the candidate meets the required qualifications and other eligibility requirements.

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