Information Assurance Engineer

About the role

This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation’s core defense/intelligence services and systems. The candidate will be designated as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) supporting multiple Special Access Programs administering the Information Assurance (IA) Cyber duties for government customers.

Responsibilities

• Support system security categorization efforts, security requirements selection/analysis, security control assessments and performs continuous monitoring.
• Execute or support the execution of A&A activities, including development of required security documentation, such as System Security Plans, Security Assessment Reports, SCTM’s and POA&M’s in compliance with IA policy.
• Conduct weekly system audit reviews, media reviews, hardware/software configuration management.
• Perform security testing and evaluation to ensure correct implementation of security controls.
• Assess and mitigate vulnerabilities throughout a systems life cycle.
• Conduct IA security education training for all system users on appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
• Assume ISSM responsibilities as assigned by the Region Manager and/or in the absence of the ISSM.

Qualifications

• Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Clearance Requirements: Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Must be able to obtain SCI.

Skills

• Proficient understanding of cyber security specifications such as Risk Management Framework (RMF), JSIG (Joint SAP Implementation Guide), ICD-503, NIST SP 800-53.
• Experience implementing government security requirements to include technical computer/network system auditing.
• Trained and proficient in Assured File Transfer (AFT) processes and tools.
• Experience with various security assessment/hardening tools - STIGs, SCAP, ACAS, Nessus, etc.
• Systems administration experience is highly desirable.
• Very strong writing, speaking, analytical, and customer service skills.
• Ability to participate in or lead security work groups.

Benefits

Target salary range: USD $141,155.00/Yr. - USD $148,874.00/Yr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary.