Cloud Computing Specialist (CCS), Information Assurance

Agecareers; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 Days Paid Leave

Performance Bonuses

401(k) with Match

Health Benefits

Professional Growth

Job summary

Agecareers is seeking a Cloud Computing Specialist (CCS) in Alexandria, VA, to support a DoD customer. The role requires expertise in Information Assurance and Cloud Computing with a focus on compliance and security standards as per NIST.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of relevant experience, including DOD IA, and a Cloud Computing Security Certification. The CCS will handle diverse responsibilities such as updating RMF artifacts and conducting risk assessments.

Compensation starts at $100,000 with comprehensive benefits including 26 days paid leave and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Five years of C&A experience; Risk Management Framework and NIST C&A experience.
• DOD IA experience.
• Cloud Computing Security Certification required.
• Must have certification meeting DOD 8570.01 IAM III (CISSP, CISM, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Provide full lifecycle Information Assurance support for systems.
• Update, maintain, and validate RMF artifacts.
• Support RMF Assessment & Authorization processes.
• Identify security risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Skills

Cloud Computing Security Knowledge

Risk Management Framework (RMF) expertise

DOD Information Assurance experience

Technical Review Board (TRB) input skills

Job description

We are looking for a Cloud Computing Specialist (CCS) to join our team in support of a DoD customer in Alexandria, VA.

The CCS will serve as an Information Assurance and Cloud Computing SME with regards to Certification and Accreditation (C&A) and a broad coverage of the application of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF) standards and guidance as outlined in the NIST Special Publication(s) (SP) 800-53 and 800-37 (current versions).

Responsibilities

• Provide full lifecycle Information Assurance (IA) support for systems maintaining current Authority to Operate (ATO) under RMF via eMASS.
• Update, maintain, and validate RMF artifacts, IA documentation, scorecards, and accreditation packages.
• Develop, manage, and execute POA&M, MOUs/MOAs, risk acceptance documentation, and other compliance artifacts.
• Ensure continuous compliance with DoD/DLA RMF requirements supporting ATO and Authority to Connect (ATC).
• Support RMF Assessment & Authorization (A&A) processes and validate eMASS inputs.
• Conduct annual risk assessments and IA control validations.
• Review engineering projects and change requests to ensure implementation of required IA controls and policies.
• Support connection approval processes and manage required documentation.
• Identify security risks and enhancements; develop and track mitigation strategies.
• Evaluate and recommend security components and configurations (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS).
• Provide IA input to Technical Review Boards (TRB) and Change Control Boards (CCB).
• Support DLA CERT, network engineering, and NTS teams on IA compliance and security event response.
• Maintain situational awareness of USCYBERCOM alerts/advisories and assess operational impact.
• Analyze proposed IT acquisitions for IA, interoperability, architecture, and standards compliance; identify required security configuration guidance.
• Support DISN sub-network accreditation to achieve/maintain full ATO and ATC.
• Plan and execute IA requirements for technology migrations affecting accredited systems.
• Implement and maintain information protection guidance for controlled unclassified and classified information in accordance with DoD/DLA policy.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirement:
  • Five (5) years of relevant C&A experience; Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST C&A experience
  • DOD IA experience.
• Certification Requirements:
  • Cloud Computing Security Certification
  • Certification meeting DOD 8570.01 IAM III (CISSP, CISM, etc.)
• Skills and Experience:
  • Experience in assessing IA Controls and conducting C&A reviews for large, complex Information systems.
  • Ability to work independently with substantial cloud computing security knowledge.
  • Must have the essential skillsets to identify, manage and resolve cloud computing security risk and implement “best practices” as applied within a cloud environment (across all of the different deployment and service models, and derivatives).
  • Must be well versed in FedRAMP assessment methodology of security and privacy controls deployed in cloud information systems to include six (6) domain areas. The six domains include: Architectural Concepts & Design Requirements, Cloud Data Security, Cloud Platform & Infrastructure Security, Cloud Application Security, Operations, Legal & Compliance.
• Clearance Requirement:
  • This position requires a SECRET with a Tier 3 investigation.

Compensation

$100,000+

Benefits

• 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
• Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
• 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.
• Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.
• Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.
• Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.
• Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don’t take a financial hit while serving.
• Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.
• Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create.