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SME Information Security Analyst

• Posted 19 hours ago • Updated 7 hours ago

Full Time

USD $175,000.00 - 225,000.00 per year

GovCIO

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Skills

Recruiting
Military
Information Security
RMF
Continuous Monitoring
Risk Assessment
Auditing
Network
Workflow
Meta-data Management
Data Integrity
Documentation
System Security
Incident Management
DoD
CISSP
CISM
Risk Management Framework
NIST SP 800 Series
Security Controls
Authorization
Security Clearance
Cyber Security
Management
Data Governance
Regulatory Compliance
XACTA
EMC RSA Archer
Risk Management
Cloud Security
FedRAMP
Network Protocols

Summary

GovCIO is currently hiring a highly experienced SME Information Security Analyst to support critical cybersecurity compliance and risk management activities for the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG). This technical role focuses on ensuring enterprise systems strictly adhere to federal, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and military security standards throughout their lifecycle. This position will be located in Alexandria, VA,and will be a hybrid position.

Responsibilities

The SME Information Security Analyst will serve as the principal cybersecurity authority for system authorization and data governance compliance. Core responsibilities include:

Lead the comprehensive execution of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) to achieve and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO).
Author, review, and update comprehensive security authorization packages in strict compliance with DHS 4300A policies.
Manage and orchestrate end-to-end security control assessments, continuous monitoring strategies, and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M).
Conduct technical vulnerability reviews, risk assessments, and compliance audits on complex enterprise systems and network architectures.
Oversee data governance workflows, asset cataloging, and metadata management strategies to ensure data integrity and security compliance.
Coordinate directly with Authorizing Officials (AO), technical engineers, and stakeholders to resolve high-priority security vulnerabilities.
Proactively identify architectural compliance risks during system modernization and design targeted remediation or mitigation strategies.
Develop and maintain comprehensive cybersecurity documentation, system security plans (SSPs), and incident response protocols.

Qualifications

High School with 10+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills & Experience

Certifications: DoD 8570 IAM Level II or III (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CAP / ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security).
Deep technical understanding and hands-on experience applying DHS 4300A Sensitive Systems Policy directives.
Proven mastery of the NIST Risk Management Framework (SP 800-37) and NIST SP 800-53 security controls.
Demonstrated experience leading complex IT systems through the complete assessment and authorization (A&A) lifecycle.

Clearance Level: Must have an active Secret clearance

Preferred Skills & Experience

Prior experience supporting U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) or Department of Homeland Security (DHS) cybersecurity programs.
Direct hands-on experience utilizing Collibra for data governance, data cataloging, and compliance tracking.
Familiarity with automated compliance tools such as Xacta, Archer, or DHS-specific risk management repositories.
Understanding of cloud security architectures (FedRAMP), modern network protocols, and hybrid enterprise environments.

Posted Salary Range

USD $175,000.00 - USD $225,000.00 /Yr.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10443217
Position Id: 8158
Posted 19 hours ago

Company Info

About GovCIO

GovCIO is a rapidly growing provider of advanced technology solutions and digital services for the federal government. Combining our extensive federal experience with the latest innovations in IT and disruptive approaches, our experts develop comprehensive solutions to meet the most pressing demands of today’s government agencies. From the U.S. military to Health and Human Services, we have an impressive track record of helping our customers optimize how they operate.

We’re transforming government IT, empowering our federal customers to meet the challenges of today while building the government of tomorrow.

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