Senior Information Assurance/Security Engineer

About the role

Archer is collaborating with Telos Corporation to fill this position. Telos provides cyber, cloud, and enterprise security solutions for security-conscious organizations.

Responsibilities

• Learn, operate, and administer Xacta IA Manager Software Suite.
• Ensure technical security benchmarks are maintained.
• Analyze Xacta system Nessus scans, conduct remediation/system patching and installation of security patches.
• Provide quality customer support.
• Interact daily in person, via email and phone conversations with a large user base to provide Xacta software and Risk Management Framework support.
• Develop workflow templates to align with customer business processes and practices.
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operational performance and streamline customer Risk Management Framework workflow processes.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI Security Clearance with CI Polygraph
• Bachelor's Degree and 5–7 years' experience
• Must possess IAT Level II AND one of the DoD 8570.01-M Cybersecurity Service Provider - Infrastructure Support Certifications (e.g., CEH, CHFI, CFR, Cloud+, or CND) prior to start date
• Hiring preference for candidates with additional AWS Solutions Architect or AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification
• Experience STIG'ing enterprise systems
• AWS/C2S Linux experience
• Experience conducting system patching (security patch, upgrades)
• Experience analyzing Nessus scans and conducting remediation actions
• Experience in troubleshooting and root cause analysis of complex technical issues
• User/Administrator experience with one of the following highly desired: Xacta, Archer, eMASS, or other enterprise Cyber Risk Management tool
• Experience with querying Database Management Systems such as MSSQL or PostgreSQL highly desired
• Experience with scripting languages such as PHP, Python, or Apache Velocity highly desired
• Ability to develop JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) API Solutions highly desired
• Configuration Management & basic IT Systems Administration experience required
• Risk Management Framework cloud security requirements highly desired
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work tasks autonomously
• Demonstrated ability to work with staff located in geographically disparate areas
• Professional attitude regarding attention to detail and customer service; excellent organizational skills required
• Ability to pay strict attention to detail with an emphasis on high quality of deliverables
• Must meet eligibility requirements to access sensitive information (requires US citizenship)

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) plan

Pay

Salary range: $160,000 – $180,000 per year.

Schedule & Location

Based in Reston, VA.