Information Security Specialist, Senior

Dev Technology • Ashburn, VA

12d • Remote

About The Position

Senior Information Security Specialist #1002 Clearance: CBP Clearance, DHS Clearance, or Top Secret Clearance is highly preferred. Dev Technology Group is recruiting for a Senior Information Security Specialist who wants to join a dynamic, mission-oriented team to support applications that have been deployed in AWS. The most successful candidate will have proven experience and knowledge securing systems in AWS - we need you to talk tech! What You Will Be Doing: Prepares, maintains, and implements system security plans for high-visibility production systems Ensures implementation of security measures by conducting interviews and table-top exercises Performs various Information Assurance support functions in support of the client's applications Advises on processes that align with the Risk Management Framework Develops and implements security controls based on FISMA and NIST 800-53 guidelines Coordinates with IT leads from partner agencies/components to identify opportunities to collaborate in the development and/or leveraging of IT capabilities Develops and implements Authority to Operate Conducts IT audits and information systems and network connections security Provides security guidance to and interprets security policy for project development teams

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required
• At least 7 years of experience securing government IT systems
• Strong working knowledge of the RMF
• Experience providing security guidance to systems deployed in AWS
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment as well as manage individual tasks
• Demonstrates understanding of the technical components of an information system environment
• Understanding of Java, Angular, Spring, Containerization, and AWS-related technologies
• Understanding of Zero Trust Architecture
• Outstanding communications skills---both written and oral
• Innovative team player always looking for opportunities to bring the team to the next level

Nice To Haves

• Experience working on ISAs, PKI, Security plans, and audits
• One security certification (Security +, CISSP, Global Information Assurance Certifications (GIAC), Security Leadership, or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) preferred
• Experience working in an Agile team development environment using Jira or a similar tool
• Understands AI concepts and can apply them as part of security oversight and role enhancement

Responsibilities

• Prepares, maintains, and implements system security plans for high-visibility production systems
• Ensures implementation of security measures by conducting interviews and table-top exercises
• Performs various Information Assurance support functions in support of the client's applications
• Advises on processes that align with the Risk Management Framework
• Develops and implements security controls based on FISMA and NIST 800-53 guidelines
• Coordinates with IT leads from partner agencies/components to identify opportunities to collaborate in the development and/or leveraging of IT capabilities
• Develops and implements Authority to Operate
• Conducts IT audits and information systems and network connections security
• Provides security guidance to and interprets security policy for project development teams

Benefits

• Generous and flexible time-off policy
• Flexible work schedules and telework options, including remote work availability for eligible projects
• Career development opportunities including a mentorship program, technical and management training through Dev University, hands-on learning through DevLab, tuition reimbursement, and paid training opportunities
• Industry-leading benefits including a choice of two health plans that include dental and vision, flexible spending account, commuter benefits, life insurance, and more
• 401K matching with a 5% matching contribution
• Regular team and company social events including our annual party, happy hours, fitness challenges, and more
• A focus on community engagement including company wide support activities, employer match for donations, and time off for volunteer efforts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees