FedRAMP Engineer

Valiant Solutions, LLC•Washington, DC

11h•$145,000 - $160,000•Remote

About The Position

Valiant Solutions is seeking a FedRAMP Engineer to join our rapidly growing and innovative cybersecurity team! The candidate will provide technical expertise on Security control implementations and development of Information Security procedures for systems and applications. The selected candidate will play a key role in a fast-paced FedRAMP team to provide comprehensive program, analytical, technical, and advisory skills to the client and supported Cloud Service Providers (CSPs). Candidates will be required to perform pre-assessment activities, including a detailed analysis of the technology stacks that comprise the vendor solutions. This position requires an advanced understanding of engineering secure, compliant, and resilient architectures and solutions. You will be part of a team working to assess vendor systems for technical compliance with NIST, FedRAMP and agency standards. Named one of the Best Places to Work in the Washington DC area for 11 consecutive years, Valiant is proud of our employee-centric culture and commitment to excellence. If you are interested in learning more about Valiant and this opportunity, we invite you to apply now! This position allows for 100% remote work. Remote work requires a high level of trust in our employees, and we strictly adhere to the details outlined in our Remote Work Policy below.

Requirements

Five (5) years of experience in the IT Security field
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Engineering or a related field, or an additional three years of IT experience
Four (4) years of hands-on technical experience as a System Architect or Security Engineer
Four (4) years of experience supporting FedRAMP
Direct experience performing analysis on FedRAMP CSP architectures and control implementations (ie. 3PAO, FedRAMP program at another agency, etc) as an Engineer or Architect
Confidence and depth of understanding to lead meetings with potential Vendors
Current experience in reviewing 3rd party security assessment reports
Have detailed knowledge and experience with NIST Policies, Governance, Security Planning and Architecture, FISMA Compliance, RMF, Incident Analysis, and General Security Best Practices
Possess strong written and oral communication skills to support customers, internal stakeholders, peers, and public audiences
Ability to communicate, both written and oral, to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Strong communication skills to interact with senior managers, junior staff, and business unit (non-technical) customers

Nice To Haves

Security+, CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent Security certification strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Perform detailed architecture and technical design reviews on the full stack for vendor solutions
Conduct architecture reviews of Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) authorization packages to validate the secure design, alignment to FedRAMP and agency requirements, identify gaps, and advise the FedRAMP Government Leadon overall risk posture and compliance
Lead and conduct architecture interviews with CSPs to ensure all critical control areas throughout the architecture are designed to meet program requirements
Develop architecture briefing documents to inform the Government FedRAMP program manager and CISO of CSP compliance with FedRAMP program requirements, technical capabilities, and any concerns noted from the material review
Complete comprehensive review and comment documents of CSPs FedRAMP documentation, including but not limited to system security plans, policies and procedures, supplemental agency guidance documents, alternative implementation and risk acceptance documents, etc. Work with CSPs to reconcile and address any documentation and technology gaps discovered during the review
Complete a comprehensive review of CSPs' assessments and package submissions after 3PAO audits and prepare a package briefing for the Government FedRAMP program manager and agency CISO. Artifacts include, but are not limited to, vendor security assessment plans, security assessment reports, vulnerability scans, penetration tests, etc
Work alongside the agency FedRAMP Lead and provide security engineering services
Provide support for Continuous Monitoring activities including but not limited to items such as reviewing annual package submissions, reviewing and scoping significant change proposals, reviewing risk acceptance documents, etc
Interpret FedRAMP and other agency requirements and provide vendors with guidance regarding expectations, technical requirements, and processes
Stay informed of updated FedRAMP guidance, industry best practices, emerging technologies, and Government cybersecurity directives, and provide recommendations to FedRAMP Government lead regarding impacts
Conduct security reviews of technologies for use-based consideration within CSPs authorization boundary
Oversee and manage relationships for assigned systems that may be contractor-owned or contractor-operated, ensuring vendors comply with agency security and privacy requirements
Assist stakeholders with IT security-related activities to ensure project deadlines are met
Ensure all systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of IAW documented security policies and procedures, including but not limited to Assessment & Authorization (A&A)
Research assigned IT security systems to provide insight into IT security architectures and IT security recommendations for assigned systems

Benefits

Valiant pays 99% of the Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage for Full-time Employees
Valiant contributes 25% towards Health Coverage for Family and Dependents
100% Paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance Policy for Full-time Employees
100% Paid Certifications
401K Matching up to 4%
Paid Time Off
Paid Federal Holidays
Paid Time On – 40 hours to pursue innovation
Wellness & Fitness Program
Valiant University – Online Education and Training Portal
Reimbursement for Public Transit and Parking
FSA programs for: Medical Costs, Dependent Care, Transit, and Parking
Referral Bonuses