Cyber Security Specialist

Cyber Security Specialist

Location: Remote
Work Type: Full-Time Remote

Job Description

We are seeking a Cyber Security Specialist to support the NETT Warrior Project with PEO Soldier. The selected candidate will provide cybersecurity support for mission-critical tactical systems, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies and Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements. Responsibilities include supporting ATO activities, conducting vulnerability assessments, implementing security controls and STIGs, assisting with continuous monitoring efforts, and collaborating with engineers and government stakeholders to maintain secure, operationally ready systems in a high-visibility Army acquisition environment.

Requirements

• Create and manage cybersecurity documentation.
• Initiate and develop System Security Plans using Enterprise Mission Assurance Support System (eMASS).
• Initiate and maintain Risk Management Framework (RMF) for client systems; manages the process through assessment and authorization.
• Maintain Army Portfolio Management System (APMS) records for all client IT systems.
• Manage security systems and analyze potential threats and vulnerabilities to client systems.
• Provide expert level security analysis services for product, system, and network architecture designs.
• Analyze Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) scan results and reports and develop and document mitigations and remediation for open findings.
• Conduct annual FISMA reporting requirements for all IT systems
• Develop and maintain plans of action and milestones for all client systems.
• Process and obtain Authority to Operate (ATO) certifications for tactical systems.
• Develop and maintain all Assess and Authorize artifacts for multiple systems and facilitate the processing of ATO documentation.
• Define and resolve 'information ownership' issues and identify levels of access to the system's user population.
• Advise management on systems investigation processes and resolve computer security incidents.
• Propose and conduct research of new security technologies.
• Prioritize multiple high-visibility projects and coordinate resources.
• Develop, implement, execute, and maintain Program Protection Plans and processes for electronic tactical grounds systems.
• Adhere to Information Systems Security policies, procedures, practices, and system user groups.
• Develop and maintain Security Classification Guides, Delegation of Disclosure Authority Letters, Program Protection Plans, System Security Plans, and Technology Assessment and Control Plans.

Minimum Requirements

Qualified candidates MUST meet and/or exceed each of the following requirements:

• Hold an Active Secret Clearance
• Possess 5 or more years related professional experience
• Possess 3 or more years of experience in Army, DoD, or IC at the Headquarters, Department of the Army, or major command level (e.g., ARCYBER, NETCOM, 7th Signal Command, Program Executive Office), AND/OR in industry implementing similar solutions.

Clearance
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $100,000 - $140,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)

Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron s benefits programs.

Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.