Information Assurance - SME

Markon • Bethesda, OH

2d • $180,000 - $200,000

About The Position

Markon is hiring an Information Assurance SME to support an Intelligence Community customer and its missions from Bethesda, Maryland. The role responds to congressional inquiries on cybersecurity issues and translates cybersecurity needs and capabilities into requirements and detailed technical solutions. The SME serves as the customer's point of expertise for cybersecurity questions and concerns, while being willing to assist in other areas as needed. The position also calls for familiarity with microelectronics and a firm understanding of cybersecurity requirements across the Intelligence Community.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI CIP clearance is required.
• Bachelor of Science degree and 12–15 years of prior relevant experience; experience may be exchanged for degree requirements.
• Experience in the cybersecurity responsibility areas listed in the posting.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to consistently provide concise, thorough, accurate, high-quality products.
• Ability to adapt to changes in customer priorities.
• Expert knowledge of the ATO process.
• Experience partnering across the Intelligence Community.
• Experience in risk management.
• Solid background in network security and experience deploying tools to various networks.
• Firm understanding of cybersecurity requirements across the Intelligence Community.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with microelectronics.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the Authority to Operate (ATO) process.
• Assess a program’s ability to attain an ATO.
• Provide guidance and recommendations on security-related issues.
• Diagram interim and future architectures for ICAM implementation.
• Define and communicate ATO integration expectations for all IT services.
• Work with service providers to ensure systems can be integrated.
• Act as the SME for the customer’s cybersecurity questions and concerns.
• Assist in areas outside cybersecurity as necessary.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training and tuition assistance
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays

What This Job Offers

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