Cloud Computing Subject Matter Expert (SME)

TekSynap; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

TekSynap is seeking a Cloud Computing SME to join our government project supporting the Defense Logistics Agency in Springfield, VA. The role emphasizes RMF, DoD guidance, and CNSSI standards within a cloud environment, with an active Secret clearance and IAM expertise.

You will develop and staff security documentation, advise on controls, and collaborate with DOD architects to ensure compliant cloud deployments across multiple DLA locations.

Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance with IT-I eligibility.
• 5 years of RMF/C&A experience.
• DOD IA experience.
• Cloud security certification such as CCSP or CCSK.
• Active certification meeting DOD 8570.01 IAM III standards.

Responsibilities

• Support RMF implementation and CNSSI 1253 guidance.
• Maintain current certification as CCSP and DoD IAM.
• Assess RMF security controls and gather artifacts.
• Recommend security categorization and identify controls.
• Develop continuity plans and test plans.
• Staff system-level security documents (SOPs, Job Aids, Manuals).
• Work independently with strong cloud security knowledge.
• Identify and resolve cloud security risks and apply best practices.
• Follow FedRAMP assessment methodology across six domains.

Skills

Active Secret Clearance

RMF & C&A experience

DOD IA experience

Cloud Security Certification (CCSP/CCS

Job description

Responsibilities & Qualifications

RESPONSIBILITIES

Serves as an Information Assurance and Cloud Computing SME with regards to supporting the DLA implementation of the Department of Defense (DoD) Risk Management Framework (RMF) using DoD and DLA regulations and the Committee for National Security Systems Instruction (CNSSI) 1253 and relevant National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) RMF guidance in NIST Special Publication(s) (SP) such as 800-53 and 800-37.

The CCS shall maintain current certification as a Certified Cloud Security Professional and a qualified DoD Information Assurance Manager (IAM).

As an IA SME, the CCS will have experience assessing RMF security controls for compliance to include gathering and citing validating artifacts.

As IA SME, the CCS will be able to recommend security categorization for an information system, identify applicable security controls, write continuity plans and develop continuity test plans, work with DOD Architecture Framework analysts, and research, write, coordinate, and staff required system-level security documents (SOPs, Job Aids, Manuals, Guides).

The CCS will be capable of working independently with substantial cloud computing security knowledge.

The CCS must have the essential skillsets to identify, manage and resolve cloud computing security risks and implement "best practices" as applied within a cloud environment (across all of the different deployment and service models, and derivatives).

The CCS will be well versed in the FedRAMP assessment methodology for 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

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Active Secret Clearance with IT-I eligibility.
• Five (5) years of relevant C&A experience, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and NIST C&A experience.
• DOD IA experience.
• Cloud Computing Security Certification such as CCSP, CCSK, or equivalent.
• Active certification meeting DOD 8570.01 IAM lII standards.
• Experience in assessing IA/RMF Security Controls and conducting C&A reviews for large, complex Information systems.

Overview

TekSynap is seeking a Cloud Computing SME to join our government project supporting Defense Logistics Agency in Springfield, VA

This position is in support of Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). DLA is an agency of the Department of Defense. DLA Information Operations, Enterprise Infrastructure Services (EIS), Information Operations Enterprise Enclave (IOEE), Information Operations Secure Enterprise Enclave (IOSEE) located enterprise wide at multiple DLA locations. This position is intended to support the Enterprise Telecommunications Network and Cloud functions by exercising skills and expertise in telecom engineering and operational support of current and new technologies.

TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. "Technology moving at the speed of thought" embodies these principles - the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

Visit us at www.TekSynap.com.

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Additional Job Information

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Locations: Springfield, VA

Type of environment: Office

Noise level: Medium

Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday - Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.

Amount of Travel: Less than 10%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully complete the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommo