BS degree with 12-15 years of relevant experience, or equivalent experience
Expert knowledge of the Authority to Operate (ATO) process
Strong background in network security and deployment of security tools
Detail-oriented with a focus on high-quality, accurate deliverables
Ability to adapt to changing customer priorities
Experience in risk management and cybersecurity responsibilities
Responsibilities
Respond to congressional inquiries regarding cybersecurity issues
Develop and maintain cybersecurity architecture needs and mitigation plans
Analyze cybersecurity best practices to identify gaps and improvement opportunities
Contribute to cybersecurity policy development and baseline security requirements
Conduct critical path and risk analysis for cybersecurity initiatives
Provide guidance on security-related issues and ATO processes
Act as the subject matter expert for all cybersecurity inquiries
Benefits
Health Insurance
Open Leave
Dental insurance
401(k)
Vision insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Life insurance
401(k) matching
Disability insurance
Retirement plan
Referral program
Health savings account
Flexible spending account
Full Job Description
Exciting opening for an Information Assurance SME to support a large customer organization in the fast-growing National Security Group. This position is located in Bethesda; MD. Candidates must possess a TS/SCI Polygraph security clearance. Primary responsibilities and tasks may include some or all of the following:
Respond to congressional inquiries on Cybersecurity issues; turning cybersecurity needs and capabilities into requirements and detailed technical solutions; developing and maintaining a list of Cybersecurity Architecture needs, dependencies, risks, and mitigation plans; analyzing cybersecurity best practices to identify gaps and improvement opportunities.
Be able to contribute meaningful input to Cybersecurity policies. You will also be developing and publishing baseline security requirements for common enterprise services to ensure capabilities are in compliance with cybersecurity directives and policies; conducting critical path analysis, risk analysis, and task dependency analysis; developing security requirements and constraints to provide input to foundational technical documents, including program architectural artifacts, business cases, and concept of operations.
Assisting with Authority to Operate (ATO) process
Assessing program ability to attain an ATO
Providing guidance and recommendations for Security related issues
Diagram an interim and future architecture for ICAM implementation
Define/communicate ATO integration expectations for all IT services
Working with Service Providers to ensure systems are integrate-able
Act as the SME for all Cybersecurity questions and concerns for the customer
Willingness to assist in areas outside of Cybersecurity as necessary
Familiarity with Microelectronics
Firm understanding of the Cybersecurity requirements across the IC
Requirements Basic Requirements:
TS/SCI with Polygraph
Typically require BS degree and 12 - 15 years of prior relevant experience in order to operate within the scope contemplated by the level. Experience may be exchanged for degree requirements
Experience in cybersecurity responsibility areas listed above.
Detail-oriented, ability to consistently provide high-quality products that are concise, thorough, and accurate.
Ability to adapt in response to shifts in customer priorities.
Expert knowledge in ATO process
Experience partnering across the IC
Experience in Risk Management
Must have a solid background in Network security and experience deploying tools to various networks.
Desired Skills:
Leadership
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Proven track record of leading process improvement initiatives and driving team performance to meet organizational objectives
Mentoring
Experience mentoring staff to build technical proficiency and support career development
Demonstrated ability to train new team members on program-specific processes and standards
Business Development
Experience supporting business development efforts, including proposal writing, capture activities, or client relationship management
Familiarity with identifying growth opportunities and contributing to strategic planning
