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Security Analyst / Information Systems Security Officer

Fort Meade, MD, US • Posted 12 hours ago • Updated 51 minutes ago

Contract W2

On-site

Eliassen Group

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Life Insurance
Security Operations
System Security
Corrective And Preventive Action
PPS
Training
Database
Security Architecture
Regulatory Compliance
Unified Communications
APL
Cyber Security
FISMA
FedRAMP
Publications
NIST 800-53
Continuous Monitoring
Security Analysis
eMASS
STIG
Risk Management Framework
RMF
Risk Assessment
Auditing
Authorization
Configuration Management
Security Clearance
Computer Science
Information Systems
CISSP
CISM
Security+
Screening
Artificial Intelligence
Recruiting
Taxes
Insurance
Law
Communication
Gmail
Routing
Management Consulting
Life Sciences
SAP BASIS
Military

Summary

Description:
Onsite in Fort Meade, MD

Our client seeks a Security Analyst serving as an Information Systems Security Officer to lead implementation and enforcement of security policies aligned to NIST frameworks. The role will conduct continuous monitoring, risk assessments, accreditation support, and control validation, while advising on architecture changes and software risk. The position requires hands-on experience with eMASS, RMF, STIGs, and federal compliance regimes including FISMA and FedRAMP.

This is a contract to hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $60.00 to $70.00/hr. w2

JN -33

Responsibilities:

Conduct continuous monitoring for assigned systems, including threat monitoring, access reviews, and vulnerability mitigation planning.
Support security operations center activities, system reviews, and incident investigations.
Maintain knowledge of security architecture and business purposes of systems.
Document and maintain applicable NIST 800-53 controls for responsible IT systems.
Update System Security Plans semi-annually and document changes.
Certify accuracy of continuous monitoring information for assigned systems.
Advise on architecture and configuration changes through established change and configuration management.
Evaluate software prior to production to identify and communicate potential risk.
Support internal and external audits and corrective action execution.
Evaluate and advise on privileged access requests for IT systems.
Develop and deliver artifacts required for Ongoing Authorization and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
Perform certification assessments including review of change requests, PPS, list requests, self-assessments, compliance statements, scans, STIG reviews, SSPs, evidence, artifacts, and on-site results.
Attend weekly training and staff meetings to align with procedure updates.
Use government tooling including resourcing tools for on-site reviews, eMASS for control reviews, RTS for actions, PPSM database, list Tool, DITPR, and RMF Knowledge Service.
Conduct security architecture reviews for STIG compliance and best practices and document analysis for risk recommendations.
Develop customized checklists based on architecture, specialized equipment, accredited deployment guides, and UC APL guidance.
Analyze POA&Ms and mitigation plans to determine residual risk and document statements of residual risk.
Conduct risk assessments of threats, vulnerabilities, and mission impact to inform countermeasures and residual risk.

Experience Requirements:

At least 10 years performing or supporting ISSO responsibilities in a US Government environment.
At least 10 years working with NIST cybersecurity standards and best practices.
Demonstrated experience with FISMA, FedRAMP, and NIST Special Publications.
Hands-on experience with RMF, NIST 800-53 control implementation, continuous monitoring, and security assessment and authorization.
Proficiency with eMASS, PPSM, DITPR, list Tool, RTS, STIGs, and RMF Knowledge Service.
Experience conducting vulnerability assessments, POA&M analysis, risk assessments, and architecture reviews.
Experience supporting audits and generating authorization artifacts and evidence.
Ability to evaluate software risk and advise on change and configuration management processes.
Active Secret security clearance.
U.S. citizenship.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field.
CISSP certification.
CISM certification.
CompTIA Security+ certification.

Recruitment Transparency Notice

Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening and hiring process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team (, ) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group's use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please ensure that you are working directly with us by confirming the following:

When you work with Eliassen Group, all email communication will come from an Eliassen.com address, never Gmail, Yahoo, etc.

Eliassen Group will never ask you for personal information (home address, bank account, or check routing number) until you have worked with someone clearly associated with Eliassen Group.

If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact .

About Eliassen Group:

Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients' capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.

Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Position Id: a1WUQ000001aSJl2AM
Posted 12 hours ago

Company Info

About Eliassen Group

Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company that provides business and IT services for our clients as they seek to transform and execute strategies that will drive exceptional outcomes. Leveraging over 30 years of success, we focus on professional services, talent solutions, and life sciences. Eliassen Group offers local community presence and deep networks. We are committed to positively impacting the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which we operate.

Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.

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