Senior Information Security Specialist

PEMCCO•Washington, DC

9d•$51 - $84

About The Position

The Senior Information Security Specialist is a senior security professional responsible for supporting the security and compliance of complex information systems and technology environments. The role works with program leadership, engineers, system administrators, developers, and government stakeholders to ensure cybersecurity requirements are implemented and maintained throughout the system lifecycle. It leads security initiatives, influences risk management decisions, supports authorization activities, and helps protect systems supporting government operations. The position supports security governance, Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities, risk assessment, vulnerability management, compliance oversight, and continuous monitoring. It also provides technical guidance and mentorship to security team members. Work may take place in professional office and technical environments at company facilities, customer locations, or designated project sites, with regular computer, cybersecurity-tool, and communication-system use and frequent collaboration with stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Ten (10) years of experience in information assurance, information security, cybersecurity, system security, RMF, compliance, or a related field.
Advanced knowledge of information assurance and information protection principles.
Advanced knowledge of RMF processes and security authorization requirements.
Knowledge of NIST, DoD, and federal cybersecurity policies, standards, and regulations.
Knowledge of security controls, vulnerability management, risk assessment, and compliance methodologies.
Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate technology risks and vulnerabilities.
Ability to interpret and apply security policies, standards, and procedures.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to evaluate security control effectiveness and recommend improvements.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to prepare and review security documentation, assessments, and reports.
Ability to lead cybersecurity efforts and coordinate activities among multiple stakeholders.
Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance if required.
Must meet applicable DoD 8140 workforce qualification requirements if required by contract.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Experience supporting Department of Defense or Federal Government programs.
Experience leading RMF and Assessment & Authorization activities.
Experience developing and maintaining security documentation and authorization packages.
Experience supporting continuous monitoring and vulnerability management programs.
Experience conducting security assessments, inspections, audits, and compliance reviews.
Experience mentoring security and information assurance professionals.

Responsibilities

Lead information system security activities throughout the system lifecycle.
Manage and support Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Assessment & Authorization (A&A) processes.
Develop, review, and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms), and related cybersecurity documentation.
Conduct security assessments, compliance reviews, vulnerability analyses, and risk assessments.
Evaluate implemented security controls and recommend corrective actions and improvements.
Identify, document, track, and support remediation of security vulnerabilities and compliance deficiencies.
Support continuous monitoring and maintain visibility into overall system security health.
Coordinate with system owners, engineers, developers, administrators, and stakeholders to integrate security requirements throughout the system lifecycle.
Advise leadership on risk considerations, compliance requirements, and security best practices.
Support incident response activities, security investigations, and remediation efforts.
Ensure compliance with applicable policies, regulations, standards, and contractual requirements.
Support cybersecurity audits, inspections, and authorization reviews.
Prepare security reports, briefings, risk assessments, and recommendations for leadership and customers.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to security team members.