Cyber Security Specialist

Joint Research and Development; Arlington (VA); Remote; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

JRAD is seeking a Technical Cyber Security Specialist to support the Transportation Security Administration in a remote capacity. The role involves engineering analysis and providing cybersecurity SME support for Checked Baggage Technologies, ensuring compliance with various regulations. Candidates should possess significant cybersecurity experience, relevant certifications, and effective communication skills. The position offers competitive benefits including health insurance and paid time off, emphasizing a commitment to employee well-being.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience as a Cybersecurity SME, preferred 10 years.
• Experience with NIST 800-53 and FISMA Compliance.
• Strong understanding of Zero Trust principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and cybersecurity support for TSE development.
• Make recommendations for technical designs and equipment implementations.
• Attend meetings and document minutes for EBSP program reviews.

Skills

Communication

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Configuration Control Board (CCB)

Cybersecurity Analysis

Vulnerability Management

Education

CISSM Certification

Security+ Certification

Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

Tenable Nessus

CSAM Tool

Job description

JRAD is seeking candidates for an immediate-fill Technical Cyber Security Specialist position supporting the Transportation Security Administration. This position is a remote position with preference given to local (Springfield, VA) candidates.

Roles/Responsibilities:

The Cybersecurity Specialist will provide engineering and cybersecurity support services for engineering analysis, Transportation Security Equipment (TSE) development, configuration control board, technical reviews of deliverables, and other technical documentation (cybersecurity meetings, conferences, and reviews). Additional duties include:

• Provide Cybersecurity subject matter expert (SME) support for vendor coordination of Checked Baggage Technologies (systems and equipment).
• Provide the TSA's Checked Baggage Technologies Division (CBTD) with cybersecurity SME support consistent with best practices for system security and threat reduction in accordance with Department of Homeland Security's 17 Pillars of Cybersecurity Assurance as well as NIST, DOD and other guidance directed by the TSA customer.
• The SME shall make recommendations to improve technical designs and equipment implementations resulting in a robust, sustainable security position of Checked Baggage systems. The SME shall provide a Weekly Activity Report (WAR), to TSA leadership.

Required Skills and Education:

Candidate must possess the following:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Cybersecurity SME (desire 10 years of experience).
• CISSM is required (desire CISSP).
• Security +.
• NIST 800-53.
• FISMA Compliance.
• Zero Trust.
• Must have effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to work closely with senior TSA managers.
• SME level experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and obtaining ATOs for systems with varying levels of complexity.
• Systems engineering or other technical expertise that can provide technical acquisition and technical analysis support to support the acquisition and development of emerging technologies and transportation security equipment being acquired by EBSP. Key elements of support include:
  • Ability to apply system engineering approach to develop and document technical requirements and strategies to support acquisition of Checkpoint related equipment andsystems.
  • Provide SME support for developing cybersecurity related input for Request for Information (RFIs), Statement of Work (SOWs), Statement of Objectives (SOOs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), and other activities related to acquisition of material.
• Configuration Control Board (CCB) skills that includes conducting technical reviews of Developmental Engineering Proposals (DEPs) Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Request for Deviation (RFDs), and participation in TSA's CCB process.
• Ability to provide cybersecurity SME support to review technical deliverables that include developing technical specification, requirements management, reviewing key system development and acquisition documents, and other technical/cybersecurity related documents.
• Ability to support meetings, conferences, and other EBSP program reviews. Attend and document minutes at EBSP meetings.
• Must have the ability to assist with the development of standard operating procedures.
• Experience with internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with security policies.
• Working knowledge of Cyber Security Assessment and Management (CSAM) tool
• Strong understanding of Vulnerability & Patch management, including vulnerability identification, assessment, and remediation (Tenable Nessus tool).

Security Clearance:

Candidate must:

• DHS TSA SUITABILITY
• DOD SECRET

When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits!

JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care
• Disability Insurance
• 401K Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are many factors considered when determining the compensation provided in an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions.

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