Control Validation Security Specialist Senior (61704)

Job Summary

Independently performs IT audits on complex information systems, applications, and enclaves to ensure that appropriate controls exist, are correctly implemented, and that procedures are compliant with Federal and DOD standards. Conducts accurate evaluation of the level of security required. Performs all procedures necessary to ensure the safety of information systems assets and to protect systems from intentional or inadvertent access or destruction. Works at the highest level of all phases of information systems auditing. Provides technical support in the areas of vulnerability assessment, risk assessment, network security, and security implementation. Provides technical evaluations of customer systems and assists with making security improvements. Conducts cybersecurity control validation exercises on classified and unclassified networks, applications, and systems to validate the effectiveness of current security measures. Weighs business needs against security concerns and analyzes applied mitigations to evaluate whether they meet security requirements.

Clearance Requirements

Secret Security clearance required upon hire. Must possess IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive security clearance or Tier 3 (T3) prior to onboarding.

Required Skills & Certifications

• Three (3) years of experience working with DoDI 8500.2 or NIST SP 800-53 and understanding the principles of the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Two (2) years of experience with eMASS.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for resolving security issues.
• Proficiency in basic analytical software such as Microsoft Excel and Access, as well as proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, including Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong skills implementing and configuring networks and network components.
• Experience weighing business needs against security concerns.
• Experience analyzing applied mitigations to evaluate whether they meet security requirements.

Desired Skills & Certifications

• DLA Experience

About BMA

BMA is an employee-owned small business headquartered in Huntsville, AL that provides superior customer service by empowering all levels of our staff to make timely decisions to produce high-quality results. BMA fosters an environment of passion, precision, and dedication in order to fulfill our commitments to our partners, government, and country.

Benefits

• Multiple healthcare coverage options to include low deductible, high deductible, and plans eligible for our Health Savings Account (HSA) option.
• Dental, vision, accident & illness, short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with an industry leading 6% match that can include profit sharing based on company performance.
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), providing eligible employees the opportunity to earn stock in BMA, subject to plan eligibility and vesting requirements.