Cyber Security Assessor - Expert

Guidehouse; Great Falls Crossing (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Cyber Security Assessor - Expert to join their Defense and Security Segment. This role involves analyzing security requirements, leading audits, and ensuring compliance for a DoD client. Candidates must have a Top Secret clearance and extensive experience in cybersecurity.

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Personal and Family Sick Time

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity or information assurance.
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI polygraph required.
• Experience in security assessments and audits.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and define security requirements for applications and systems.
• Lead planning and execution of security audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Perform risk analyses during all phases of the system development life cycle.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Risk Analysis

Security Audits

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

DoD 8570 IAT III level certification

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What You Will Do

Guidehouse has an exciting opportunity in our Defense and Security Segment, in support of a DoD/ Intelligence community client. Responsibilities include:

• Analyzing and defining security requirements for applications and systems across all technology layers
• Gathering and organizing technical information about an organization's mission goals and needs, existing security products, and ongoing programs in cybersecurity
• Performing assessment and risk analyses of systems and applications during all phases of the system development life cycle.
• Acting as Cybersecurity Consultant
• Leading the planning, execution and reporting of security audits and network vulnerability assessments with minimal supervision
• Performing interviews, examinations, and testing of security controls
• Assisting in preparation of assessment deliverables – Security Control Assessment Report, Security Risk Assessments, etc.
• Planning, executing and reporting on information technology, privacy, - and operational reviews in order to identify mission, privacy, security, compliance, information technology and regulatory risks
• This position is 100% onsite at client location with limited telework options.
  
  

Job Family

Technology Consulting

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Clearance Required

Active Top Secret SCI with Polygraph

What You Will Do

Guidehouse has an exciting opportunity in our Defense and Security Segment, in support of a DoD/ Intelligence community client. Responsibilities include:

• Analyzing and defining security requirements for applications and systems across all technology layers
• Gathering and organizing technical information about an organization's mission goals and needs, existing security products, and ongoing programs in cybersecurity
• Performing assessment and risk analyses of systems and applications during all phases of the system development life cycle.
• Acting as Cybersecurity Consultant
• Leading the planning, execution and reporting of security audits and network vulnerability assessments with minimal supervision
• Performing interviews, examinations, and testing of security controls
• Assisting in preparation of assessment deliverables – Security Control Assessment Report, Security Risk Assessments, etc.
• Planning, executing and reporting on information technology, privacy, - and operational reviews in order to identify mission, privacy, security, compliance, information technology and regulatory risks
• This position is 100% onsite at client location with limited telework options.
  
  

What You Will Need

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TOP SECRET/SCI federal security clearance with a Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph
• Bachelor’s Degree
• EIGHT (8) or more years' experience in cybersecurity or information assurance
• A CURRENT DoD 8570 IAT III level certification (i.e. CISSP, CISA, CASP etc.)
  
  

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Master’s degree in computer science or a related technical discipline.
• Experience supporting the federal government and/or government consulting
  
  

What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits Include

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend
  
  

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail]. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or [e-mail]. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.

If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact [e-mail]. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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