Current TS Clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)
DoD 8140 Compliant
Bachelor's Degree in IT/Computer Science/Cyber Security or equivalent experience (8-10 years)
3 years at Senior or SME level in Information Security roles or 5 years with RMF, NIST, FISMA, and POA&Ms
Experience with Cloud environments and cybersecurity requirements
Proven experience in RMF Assessment and Authorize (A&A) process
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Responsibilities
Learn and utilize Xacta IA Manager Software Suite and eMASS tools for security data entry
Provide daily support for various classified and unclassified activities
Conduct walkthroughs of systems and applications for NIST RMF A&A
Plan and execute security control assessments with minimal supervision
Produce compliance documentation using Xacta and eMASS
Develop and manage RMF projects in DAF and AF IC tools
Perform system audits and vulnerability risk assessments
Benefits
Excellent compensation packages
Comprehensive benefits to meet your needs for today and the future
Full Job Description
Job Title
Senior Information Assurance Engineer
Job Description
This position will be based at San Antonio
Responsibilities:
Learn and become familiar with the Xacta IA Manager Software Suite and Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) tools. Responsible for entering security aspects of systems, software, applications, DevSecOps and associated RMF A&A data consistent with RMF ISSM responsibilities.
The position will provide "day-to-day" support for Unclassified, Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.
The candidate will be required to conduct "walkthroughs" of enterprise systems, applications, and DevSecOps projects to collect required artifacts in support of the initial NIST RMF A&A and subsequent continuous monitoring activities.
The candidate will be responsible for the performance of security control assessment planning and execution in compliance with client policies and procedures with minimal supervision.
The candidate will have had prior experience working with a wide variety of technologies, be well versed in the current state of information security and be able to interpret requirements of relevant governing bodies (e.g., NIST, CNSSI, JSIG, OMB, GAO, etc.).
The candidate will utilize Xacta and eMASS to produce Body of Evidence (e.g., System Security Plan (SSP), Risk Assessment Report (RAR), specific POA&M portions, vulnerability reports, etc.) that meets local requirements while maintaining compliance with higher-level governance (e.g., NIST, FISMA, etc.).
Develop and manage multiple RMF projects in the DAF and AF IC RMF tools such as eMASS or Xacta IA Manager Suite.
Work with the customer to gather FedRAMP artifacts that will be used to support DAF and AF IC AO risk decisions.
Perform system auditing, vulnerability risk assessments, hardware/software configuration management, and investigations on cybersecurity related security violations/incidents.
Develop system documentation for information system authorization, security management, and continuous monitoring for assigned systems.
Assist with providing cybersecurity education and training for all system users on appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
Interface with internal/external customers to identify requirements and provide problem resolution.
Perform other administrative and support functions as needed.
Job Requirements
Qualifications:
Current TS Clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)
DoD 8140 Compliant
IT/Computer Science/Cyber Security Bachelor's Degree, or the equivalent combination of education, professional training or work experience (8-10 years)
3 years of experience at the Senior or SME level for Information System Security Engineer, Information Systems Security Manager, Information Systems Security Officer; or 5 years' experience with RMF, NIST, FISMA, and POA&Ms from a theoretical, practical, and best practice perspective
Experience with Cloud environments and cybersecurity requirements
Experience using a combination of IA and IT related skills. For this position knowledge and practical experience for the IT/RMF side versus IT/Systems Integration is weighed equally. Experience in a role within or implementation of the RMF Assessment and Authorize (A&A) process is a must
Experience developing, executing, reviewing, and documenting security control test plans and implementation statements
Experience investigating and documenting system topology in OV-1 or similar diagrams, to include: Internal/External Ports, Protocols, Internal/External interfaces, Hardware, Software, Cryptography
Experience with security hardening requirements in accordance with DoD and vendor guidance
Experience in vulnerability analysis and patch remediation
Knowledge and experience applying security requirements related to applicable control overlays (e.g., Privacy, Classified, Cross Domain Solutions, etc.)
Strong written and verbal communications skills and the ability to interact with people at all levels are required.
A professional attitude regarding attention to detail and customer service and excellent organizational skills are required
Ability to pay strict attention to detail with an emphasis on high quality of deliverables
Demonstrated ability to work tasks autonomously
The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements to access sensitive information, which requires US citizenship.
Telos offers excellent compensation packages including salary commensurate with experience and benefits to meet your needs for today and the future.
Job Type
Full-Time
Location
About TELOS
Telos Corporation is an information technology and cybersecurity company located in Ashburn, Virginia. Telos primarily serves government and enterprise clients, receiving a large number of its contracts from the United States Department of Defense. Customers are primarily military, intelligence and civilian agencies of the US government and NATO allies.
Telos was founded in 1969 in Santa Monica, California and incorporated in Maryland in 1971.
John B. Wood joined the company in 1992, and became president and chief executive in 1994. Today, Telos is headquartered in Ashburn, Virginia.
On 16 June 2020, Telos Corporation reported its Automated Message Handling System service was granted an additional five years and $15.6 million contract by the Defense Information Systems Agency.
On 20 May 2020, Telos named retired general Keith B. Alexander as its advisory board's inaugural leader.
In November 2020, the company filed for an initial public offering.
