Apply Now

Information Systems Security Specialist

Arlington, VA, US • Posted 4 hours ago • Updated 4 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

Fitment

Dice Job Match Score™

📋 Comparing job requirements...

Job Details

Skills

Incident Management
Information Systems
Information Assurance
Information Technology
IT Management
Leadership
Security Management
Recruiting
Negotiations
Decision-making
Project Implementation
Information Security
Facilitation
IT Security
Risk Analysis
Risk Assessment
ISSM
Security Clearance
Information Management
Cyber Security
Computer Science
Information Security Management
Linux
Operating Systems
Document Management
Auditing
Management
RMF
Authorization
Documentation
SSP
Innovation
Computer Networking
Network Security
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Visio
Authentication
Identity Management
Security Controls
Computer Hardware
Risk Management Framework
XACTA
EMC RSA Archer
Network
Nessus
Vulnerability Management
Nmap
Endpoint Protection
SIEM
Splunk
Scripting
Python
Command-line Interface
Bash
Windows PowerShell
DoD
CISSP
Amazon Web Services
Cisco
Microsoft
Artificial Intelligence
Biometrics
Spectrum
Business Process

Summary

Our Partner, as a prime contractor to the Government Customer, performs investigations to develop a preliminary diagnosis of the severity of breaches. They provide remote and onsite advanced technical assistance, proactive hunting, rapid onsite incident response, and immediate investigation and resolution using host-based and network-based cybersecurity analysis capabilities. They are seeking an Information Systems Security Specialist to support this critical customer mission.

Responsibilities

Work as part of a team of Information Assurance professionals to manage the full Risk Management Framework lifecycle for Information Technology systems
Assist technical/management leadership on major tasks or technology assignments
Establish goals and plans that meet project objectives
Assist in direction and control activities, having overall responsibility for security management, methods, and staffing to ensure that technical requirements are met
Participate in client negotiations and interface with senior management
Support decision making and domain knowledge that may have a critical impact on overall project implementation
Provide support to plan, coordinate, and implement a cybersecurity lab's information security
Provide support for facilitating and helping the lab identify its current security infrastructure and define future programs, design and implementation of security related to lab systems
Assist the efforts of security staff to design, develop, engineer and implement solutions to security requirements
Implement and develop the Customer's IT security standards
Gather and organize technical information about the lab's mission goals and needs, existing security products, and ongoing programs
Perform risk analyses which also includes risk assessment
Plan and lead major technology assignments
Evaluate performance results and recommend major changes affecting short-term project growth and success
Function as a cyber technical expert across multiple project assignments
Work closely with ISSM and CISO to respond to Data Calls and satisfy requirements of ATOs

Requirements

ship
TS/SCI Clearance
Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability
BS Information Management, Cybersecurity, Computer Science or related degree, or High School Diploma and 7+ years of information security management experience
5+ years of directly relevant experience in information security management
Hands on experience with Linux operating systems or Amazon Web Services
Experience supporting the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) process and contributing to a full ATO effort from initiation through authorization, including development of security documentation, control implementation statements, supporting assessment (audit) activities, and performing full POA&M management
Beginning to end Knowledge of RMF and Assessment and Authorization (A&A) documentation to include SSP, Contingency, Incident & Configuration Mgmt planning and execution
Experience working on multiple complex assignments which are broad in nature, requiring originality and innovation in determining how to accomplish tasks
Ability to apply a comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments
Knowledge of Computer Network Defense (CND) policies, procedures & regulations
Knowledge of defense-in-depth principles and network security architecture
Knowledge of ATO requirements and strong experience with POAMs
Knowledge and experience with full range of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Visio)
Knowledge of boundary protection and network segmentation
Knowledge of authentication and access management techniques
Experience with implementing and assessing security controls for hardware, software, and network deployments
Must be able to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders across physical locations

Desired Skills

Experience with Risk Management Framework software (CSAM, Xacta, Archer, RegScale)
Experience with host and network scanning software (Nessus, Security Center, Tenable Vulnerability Management, nmap, Wiz, burp)
Experience with Endpoint Protection tools like CrowdStrike or CarbonBlack
Working knowledge of SIEM tools like Splunk, SOAR, or ELK
Familiarity with role-based account processing operations
Familiarity with zero trust architectures
Familiarity with scripting languages (python, AWS CLI, Lambda, bash, powershell)

Desired Certifications

DoD 8140.01 IAT Level III, CISSP, AWS, Cisco, Microsoft

About Us
For more than 20 years, NewGen Technologies has solved our clients' toughest IT challenges with integrity, security, and outstanding service by delivering both technology and talent. We have helped secure borders, have used artificial intelligence (AI) to fight terror, aided the identification of criminals, and have helped to prevent crime through the introduction of biometrics. Our team of Highly Cleared Specialists have hard-to-find skills and expertise in a wide spectrum of technologies to provide solutions that transform business processes and solve problems of national significance. #CJ

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: 10153280
Position Id: 9bafe664e25a29f71aaa5bddad19825b
Posted 4 hours ago

Create job alert

Never miss an opportunity! Create an alert based on the job you applied for.

Similar Jobs

Information System Security Officer

Oxon Hill, Maryland

•

Today

Job#: 3035444 Job Description: Information System Security Officer Location: Washington, DC (On-site) Role Overview We are seeking an Information System Security Officer to join a team supporting a federal agency. The role involves ensuring the security and compliance of information systems, working with system owners and cybersecurity professionals to implement and maintain security controls. This position plays a direct part in safeguarding mission-critical systems and data. The work sched

Easy Apply

Full-time

USD 100,000.00 - 110,000.00 per year

Senior Information Systems Security Officer

Washington, District of Columbia

•

Today

Dexian Government Solutions is recruiting for a Senior Information Systems Security Officer to support our proposal effort for the DHS CIETS in DC Metro area. Position Overview: Serves as DHS I&A's senior offensive security and technical assessment specialist. This position is responsible for identifying vulnerabilities, assessing system security posture, validating security control effectiveness, conducting penetration testing activities, evaluating software assurance risks, and providing acti

Full-time

Cloud Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) -RMF

Suitland-Silver Hill, Maryland

•

Today

Requires ship Yes Employment Term and Type: Regular, Full Time Required Security Clearance: (Minimum for hire) TS/SCI Required Education: (Minimum for hire) Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or engineering discipline; Computer science or IT discipline; Technical discipline Salary Band: $170K- $185K Job Description: Provide comprehensive Risk Management Framework (RMF) support for a new emerging cloud environment designed for classified systems, ensuring hosted capabilities achieve and maintain

Full-time

USD 170,000.00 - 185,000.00 per year

Information Systems Security Engineer

Chantilly, Virginia

•

Today

Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to design, implement, and maintain security controls across enterprise systems and networks. This role ensures systems are compliant with security requirements while supporting mission-critical operations. The ISSE will work closely with system owners, engineers, and cybersecurity teams to integrate security throughout the system lifecycle. What will you do? Design, implement, and maintain security controls f

Full-time

Search all similar jobs

More jobs at Newgen Software Technologies in Arlington, VA