FISMA Security Analyst

Description

Requirements

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides technical support to divisions and branches developing security architecture and supporting design and implementation of information technology security systems
• Supports research of new security products and services and supports the rollout of enterprise security solutions that leverage single Department-wide license agreements with new or existing vendors and service providers
• Leads developing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-wide information security capabilities
• Analyzes the enterprise business models and IT systems to determine security risks and risk management considerations
• Defines enterprise- and system-level security requirements
• Proposes technical solutions for systems and applications-level security architecture and design
• Develops security plans, policies and procedures

CONTRACT REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance and ITILv4 Foundation Certification
• Possesses and applies a comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments.
• Functions as a security expert across multiple project assignments. 
• Proven ability to work independently in a full and/or partial remote environment with limited supervision and may supervise/lead others.
• Possess the ability to communicate in both oral and written forms, demonstrating an ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff as well as clients.
• Maintain standard working hours per the DIGIT contract and to be available for meetings, and other collaborative efforts during working hours.
• Demonstrated ability to apply comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments with the ability to use practical experience and training to determine how to accomplish tasks.

CONTRACT DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• CISSP, CISA, CISM, Security+ or other relevant security certifications
• Familiarity with CUI requirements for unclassified IT systems a plus
• Must have track record of competency in obtaining initial A&A and reauthorization
• Familiarity with Unclassified network administration, specifically with:
• Network infrastructure and security best practices
• Local Area Network administration and maintenance, including user control and VPN access
• Firewalls
• Mobile Device Management 
• Identity and Authentication Services Management
• Comfortable with Windows operating systems
• Willingness and ability to independently take on a variety of IT Compliance tasks
• Linux operating systems experience
• Familiarity in the Google Suite (Gmail, Calendar, Chat, Meet, Docs, Slides, Sheets), Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Slack, and ServiceNow.

EDUCATION

AND EXPERIENCE

• 10 - 15 years of experience and bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Minimum 3-5 years direct experience with supporting FISMA and Financial Audit Requirements
• Minimum 3-5 years of direct experience supporting cybersecurity compliance and implementing steps to mitigate threats
• Minimum 3-5 years direct experience with continuous monitoring security expertise to business units and key stakeholders
• Minimum 3-5 years of direct experience creating and delivering end user-related briefings, training, policy, and/or compliance updates
• Experience as a remote worker demonstrating time management and self-discipline with cultural change management and Agile mindset.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• If remote, maintain home workspace in a safe manner, free from safety hazards and in line with information security policies. 
• Communicate verbally in person, over the phone or by video chat and clearly/succinctly in writing, primarily utilizing a keyboard. 
• Appear on camera for meetings with co-workers and government partners via video chat and ensure the protection of proprietary company and customer information is consistent with the company’s expectation of information security.
• Viewing computer screens and sitting for long periods of time. 
• Travel is not required.     

SOFT SKILLS:

• Organizational Skills: Can plan and prioritize work. Follows tasks to their logical conclusion and makes sure that everything has been done to the right standard. Good attention to detail.
• Teamwork: Able to enthuse and maintain project interest. Comfortable working both individually and as part of a team. Prepared to challenge ideas within a group in a constructive way.
• Communications: Ability to communicate clearly and efficiently to team members and clients, verbally and in writing. Able to present ideas in a variety of ways depending upon audience and context. Excellent active listening skills.
• Quantitative Management: Ability to determine process measures and track to determine process effectiveness and efficiency.
• Results oriented: Able to drive things forward regardless of personal interest in the task.

Benefits

SES provides a competitive salary and the following benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• AD&D
• STD
• LTD
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 401k with employer contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Pet Insurance