DHS A&A Security Compliance Specialist

Federal Advisory Partners; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tria Federal seeks an Information Systems Compliance Specialist to provide Security Assessment and Authorization support for USSS IT systems. The role requires on-site work at the customer HQ in Washington, DC 1–2 days per week.

Candidates should have 3-5 years in cybersecurity, DHS A&A experience, a DHS Public Trust clearance, and familiarity with NIST RMF and CSAM. This position emphasizes clear written reporting and coordination with stakeholders to maintain compliant systems.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years IT security and compliance experience.
• DHS A&A Experience.
• DHS Public Trust clearance.
• Knowledge of NIST RMF and CSAM.
• Ability to produce SARs and ATO deliverables.
• Ability to coordinate with system owners and risk officers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent tests and evaluations of security controls.
• Review security plans and related documents (e.g., Contingency Plans, Configuration Management Plans).
• Analyze vulnerability and compliance scans and identify weaknesses.
• Authorize and document security findings and risks in SARs.
• Manage Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) activities and closures.
• Coordinate with system owners, engineers, and risk officers during authorization processes.

Skills

Cybersecurity experience

A&A experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

CISSP

CISM

Security+ Certification

Tools

NIST RMF

CSAM

Job description

Tria Federal seeks an Information Systems Compliance Specialist to provide Security Assessment and Authorization support for USSS IT systems. The role requires on-site work at the customer HQ in Washington, DC 1–2 days per week.

Candidates should have 3-5 years in cybersecurity, DHS A&A experience, a DHS Public Trust clearance, and familiarity with NIST RMF and CSAM. This position emphasizes clear written reporting and coordination with stakeholders to maintain compliant systems.