Information Systems Security Specialist/Officer
Apply locations: Stafford, VA
Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 3 Days Ago
Job requisition id: JR106959
StraitSys is seeking an Information Systems Security Specialist/Officer to support the FBI in Quantico, Virginia. The role involves evaluating, advising, and supporting documentation, validation, and accreditation processes to ensure IT systems meet IA and security requirements, managing risk, compliance, and monitoring from internal and external perspectives.
Essential Functions
1. Serve as the primary representative for cybersecurity matters, including reporting, data calls, OCIO requirements, and legal and compliance issues related to IT security.
2. Identify gaps, impacts, and risk profiles in IT security, providing support and recommendations.
3. Understand cybersecurity risk management, Authorization to Operate requirements, and legal aspects such as EO 14028, multifactor authentication, encryption, and zero trust models.
4. Perform broad cybersecurity tasks concerning LD systems and assets.
5. Lead infrastructure migration projects, including cloud application movements.
6. Design, implement, and support cybersecurity artifacts.
7. Mentor staff on IT and cybersecurity best practices.
8. Participate in IT and security meetings.
9. Manage the ATO process for LD systems, including control implementation and documentation.
10. Contribute to LD cybersecurity strategy.
11. Conduct testing and audit log reviews to evaluate security effectiveness.
12. Monitor electronic data, application usage, networks, and physical environments.
13. Guide physical and virtual protection of information assets.
14. Support IA processes, including standards, assessments, and compliance with RMF and DIACAP frameworks.
15. Evaluate security solutions for classified information processing and supervise security posture.
16. Assist in developing security policies and ensure compliance with change management and configuration controls.
17. Plan and coordinate IT security programs aligning with mission goals.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
* Extensive knowledge of NIST RMF and federal accreditation processes.
* Support vulnerability assessments, risk management, network security, and security implementations.
* Proven ability to design solutions protecting sensitive information.
* Technical evaluation skills and security improvement recommendations.
* Experience with contingency planning and documentation for security compliance.
* Proficiency in security product evaluations and technology upgrades.
* Strong writing skills for security documentation.
* Effective oral and written communication skills.
* Familiarity with security policies and compliance artifacts.
* Ability to adapt to evolving requirements and technologies.
Preferred
Proficiency with cyber risk management tools such as Xacta.
Qualifications
* US Citizen
* Active Top Secret Clearance, SCI access may be required
* Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, MIS, or related field, or equivalent experience
* Technical security certifications
* Over five years of practical cybersecurity experience
* Proficiency in cybersecurity documentation and security control implementation
* Ability to pass pre-employment drug test
Preference Statement
Preference given to Calista shareholders, their descendants, spouses, and shareholders of related Alaska Native corporations.
EEO Statement & Reasonable Accommodation
Our policy promotes equal employment opportunities and provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws.
The statements are intended as a general overview and do not constitute a contract. Management may modify the scope of work as necessary.
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