Cybersecurity Specialist

E Logic; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

E-logic seeks a Cybersecurity Specialist to oversee information security compliance for the CDC-supported Secure HIV-TRACE program. You will ensure adherence to NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, and FedRAMP, leading SA&A and ATO activities, monitoring vulnerabilities, and tracking POA&M items.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on experience with federal IT lifecycles, vulnerability tools, and security hardening, with relevant certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 controls, FISMA, and FedRAMP compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated experience taking federal IT systems through full SA&A and ATO lifecycles.
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning tools, security hardening, and POA&M management.
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CAP) are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance with federal cybersecurity frameworks, including NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, and FedRAMP guidelines.
• Lead Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) processes and prepare required security artifact documentation.
• Perform continuous vulnerability monitoring, assessment, and remediation planning.
• Manage Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) tracking and coordinate with federal cybersecurity officers.

Skills

NIST SP 800-53

FISMA

FedRAMP

SA&A

ATO

Vulnerability scanning

POA&M management

Security hardening

Tools

Vulnerability scanning tools

Job description

E-logic is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to oversee information security compliance, continuous monitoring, and Authorization to Operate (ATO) processes for Secure HIV-TRACE program from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In this capacity, you will ensure full compliance with federal security frameworks, including NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, and FedRAMP guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance with federal cybersecurity frameworks, including NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, and FedRAMP guidelines.
• Lead Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) processes and prepare required security artifact documentation.
• Perform continuous vulnerability monitoring, assessment, and remediation planning.
• Manage Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) tracking and coordinate with federal cybersecurity officers.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 controls, FISMA, and FedRAMP compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated experience taking federal IT systems through full SA&A and ATO lifecycles.
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning tools, security hardening, and POA&M management.
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CAP) are strongly preferred.

Important Notice

This role is part of a proposal for Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Hiring is contingent upon the selection of the consultant. Selected candidates will be included in the proposal and must authorize the use of their resume for submission.