Cyber Security & Compliance Specialist
Melwood · Upper Marlboro, MD · 1 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time
Responsibilities
- Manage the Cybersecurity Compliance Program
- Maintain required compliance documentation including the System Security Plan (SSP) and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M)
- Track remediation commitments, coordinate with IT staff and technology partners on control implementation, and prepare the organization for third-party assessments and audits
- Conduct Security Assessments and Gap Analysis
- Administer the organization's vulnerability management program including scheduled scanning, findings triage, remediation coordination, and reporting
- Support continuous security monitoring through the organization's security platforms and endpoint protection tools
- Investigate alerts, analyze anomalies, and coordinate incident response activities
- Manage Data Classification and Regulated Data Protection
- Evaluate technology vendors and third-party service providers for cybersecurity compliance and risk posture
- Deliver Security Training and Awareness
- Maintain Security Documentation and Reporting
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field is required.
- 5+ years in a cyber security or related position is required.
- Certified information systems security professional and 5 years of experience will be considered if the candidate does not have a degree.
- Experience in a federal contracting environment is preferred.