Cyber Security Administrator

Prescient Edge • Doral, FL

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Prescient Edge is seeking a Cyber Security Administrator to support a Federal Government client. Please note that the availability of this position is contingent upon contract award.

Requirements

• Possess the knowledge and capability to implement and manage security controls, risk assessments, and compliance measures across GovCloud hosted environments, including Azure and AWS.
• Proficient in NIST 800-53 Rev. 5, FedRAMP, DoD RMF, and IL-4/IL-5 security mandates.
• Experience in security information and event management (SIEM), role based access control (RBAC), vulnerability scanning, and incident response is required.
• Expertise in cloud-native security tools, Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
• Extensive experience with the Authority to Operate (ATO) process, including documentation, submission, and ongoing compliance monitoring, and must be able to demonstrate successful completion and maintenance of ATOs for programs or other capabilities within a DoD or federal environment.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing and enforcing security controls for cloud infrastructure, ensuring compliance with DoD security frameworks.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity mandates, including NIST 800-53 Rev. 5, FedRAMP, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and DoD IL-4/IL-5 security policies.
• Implement security monitoring solutions, conduct vulnerability assessments, and enforce zero-trust security principles.
• Maintain system security documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&M), ensuring continuous compliance and audit readiness.
• Lead and track the progress of Authority to Operate (ATO) processes, ensuring all security controls and risk assessments are documented and submitted for approval.
• Submit the Cybersecurity Compliance & Risk Assessment Report, summarizing vulnerability findings, risk mitigation strategies, and security control implementation status.
• Manage security configurations, conduct penetration testing, and implement SIEM solutions (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel, AWS Security Hub).
• Perform risk assessments, continuous security monitoring, and develop mitigation strategies in cloud and hybrid environments.
• Administer RBAC and enforce least-privilege access policies for mission-critical applications.
• Manage the ATO lifecycle, including the preparation of System Security Plans (SSP), Security Assessment Reports (SAR), and Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&M).
• Coordinate with DoD cybersecurity officials to achieve and sustain ATOs for cloud-based and on-premises environments.

Benefits

• A competitive salary with performance bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and orthodontia coverage.
• A substantial retirement plan with no vesting schedule.
• Career development opportunities, including on-the-job training, tuition reimbursement, and networking.
• A positive work environment where employees are respected, supported, and engaged.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior