BS degree with 12-15 years of relevant experience (experience may substitute for degree)
Expert knowledge of the Authority to Operate (ATO) process
Detail-oriented with a track record of producing high-quality, accurate work
Ability to adapt to changing customer priorities
Experience in Risk Management and cybersecurity responsibilities
Solid background in network security and deployment of security tools
Responsibilities
Contribute to the development of Cybersecurity policies and baseline security requirements
Assist with the Authority to Operate (ATO) process and assess program readiness
Provide guidance and recommendations on security-related issues
Diagram interim and future architecture for Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) implementation
Define and communicate ATO integration expectations for IT services
Collaborate with service providers to ensure system integration
Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all Cybersecurity inquiries
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a fast-growing National Security Group
Engagement with high-level cybersecurity issues and congressional inquiries
Chance to influence Cybersecurity policies and architecture
Collaborative environment with service providers and stakeholders
Potential for professional growth in a critical field
Full Job Description
Description
Information Assurance SME - TS/SCI with CI Poly
Xcelerate Solutions has an exciting opening for an Information Assurance SME to support a large customer organization in the fast-growing National Security Group. 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.
Location: Bethesda, MD
Clearance: TS/SCI Polygraph
Key Responsibilities:
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
Minimum 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.
About XCelerate Solutions
XCelerate Solutions is a technology consulting firm that provides a range of services to clients in the public and private sectors. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. XCelerate Solutions specializes in data analytics, cloud computing, and cybersecurity, and has a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has been recognized for its excellence in numerous areas.
