Information Security Pro

About the Role
The Security Analyst/ISSO role is to work as an integral member of a team that supports security initiatives for the United States government.

Specific responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:
- Advise and assist with the security authorization process by developing a Systems Security Plan (SSP) and other artifacts
- Monitor and track security authorization activities through Authorization to Operate (ATO)
- Maintain documentation repositories (RMS and TAF) where security authorization documentation and artifacts are stored – Work closely with program office stakeholders to identify the appropriate certification/approval processes and authorities
- Record/register actions concerning ATOs
- Read and analyze SSPs and develop understanding of systems and applications into security test plans
- Support financial system audits
- Coordinate security authorization actions and system testing with appropriate security personnel
- Develop risk assessment reports Develop Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)
- Review audit logs for vulnerabilities
- Assemble and submit security authorization packages to Principal Accreditation Authority/Designated Accreditation Authority
- Review IA Compliance Validation Tests and Reports

Required Skills
- 1-3 years of experience in information security, with a concentration on security authorization as it applies to the US Government
- Knowledge of the federal security authorization (formerly known as Certification and Accreditation or C&A) process to include key activities and milestones required throughout each phase of the security authorization lifecycle
- Experience with the NIST/FISMA regulatory and compliance environment
- Highly-motivated, fast-learner who thrives in a fast paced environment
- Any security certification (e.g. CISSP, Security +, CAP, CISM, etc.)
- Be able to communicate effectively through written and verbal means to co-workers and senior leadership
- Be able to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously; coordinating and ensuring scheduled goals are met
- Be able to work well with collateral engineers, analysts and managers on related programs
- Active US Government security clearance (Minimum Secret level)
- Must be a US Citizen
- No relocation assistance. Candidates must be from the DC/MD/VA area.

Desired Skills
- Possess a B.A. or B.S. degree in related field
- Ability to offer security-related guidance on business processes, emerging technology and acquisitions, and vulnerability assessment/mitigation approaches Experience with DHS or DoD requirements Documentation, presentation, and technical writing experience

Send resumes to dan.waddell@eglobaltech.com