Systems Security Assessment and Authorization Engineer

We are seeking a Systems Security Assessment and Authorization Engineer to conduct comprehensive assessments of management, operational, and technical security controls employed within or inherited by an information system. The successful candidate will represent the concerns of the Approving Official (AO) and be independent from the ISSO/ISSM.

Responsibilities:

• Perform oversight of the development, implementation, and evaluation of IS security program policy
• Perform assessments of ISs based on the Risk Management Framework (RMF) methodology
• Advise the Information System Owner (ISO), Information Data Owner (IDO), Program Security Officer (PSO), and the Delegated and/or Authorizing Official (DAO/AO) on assessment and authorization issues
• Evaluate Authorization packages and make recommendations to the AO and/or DAO for authorization
• Evaluate IS threats and vulnerabilities to determine whether additional safeguards are required
• Advise the Government concerning the impact levels for Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability for the information on a system
• Ensure security assessments are completed and results documented, and prepare the Security Assessment Report (SAR) for the Authorization boundary
• Initiate a Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) with identified weaknesses for each Authorization Boundary assessed
• Evaluate security assessment documentation and provide written recommendations for security authorization to the Government
• Discuss recommendations for authorization and submit the security authorization package to the AO/DAO
• Assess proposed changes to Authorization boundaries operating environment and mission needs to determine continued operation
• Review and concur with all sanitization and clearing procedures in accordance with Government guidance and/or policy
• Assist the Government with compliance inspections and security incidents
• Ensure organizations are addressing and conducting all phases of the system development life cycle (SDLC)
• Evaluate Hardware and Software to determine security impact on Authorization boundaries
• Evaluate the effectiveness and implementation of Continuous Monitoring Plans
• Represent the customer on inspection teams

Requirements:

• 7+ years of related experience
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in SAP, SCI, or Collateral Information Systems (IS) Security
• Prior performance in the role of ISSO and ISSM or SCA
• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or Associate's degree in a related area + 2 years' experience
• IAT Level III or IAM Level II certification within 6 months of hire
• TS/SCI clearance and willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph

Benefits:

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology
• Paid vacation and holiday