Information Assurance Engineer - Mid

Athena Technology Group; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Athena Technology Group is seeking an Information Assurance Engineer II responsible for enhancing security for network and information systems. This full-time position involves designing and implementing security requirements, conducting audits, and mentoring team members to foster a compliant security environment. With a focus on critical solutions for national defense, candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and possess an active TS/SCI clearance.

Benefits

Performance Bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Collaborative and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of project leadership experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Experience developing and integrating security tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement security requirements.
• Conduct security audits and develop risk mitigations.
• Mentor mid-level and junior staff on security practices.

Skills

Security requirements design

Risk assessment

Policy analysis

Documentation preparation

Vulnerability assessment

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree

DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification

Tools

eMASS

Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Company

Athena Technology Group, Inc. (ATG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) focused on Information Technology and Communications consulting, system engineering, integration, deployment and operation of state of the art command and control and information systems that deliver critical network centric solution to the warfighter. With a proven track record of technical support to our customers, we are looking for innovative industry professionals to join our team.

ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability

Job Summary

The Information Assurance Engineer II will perform functions as an Information System Security Manager and provide technical and programmatic IA support for network and information security systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement security requirements.

• Prepare documentation from information obtained using accepted guidelines (e.g., eMASS, POAM, RMF, etc.).

• Prepare Security Test and Evaluation plans and provide C&A support.

• Analyze policies and procedures against established laws and regulations and provide recommendations for closing gaps.

• Develop and complete system security and contingency plans.

• Develop, test, and integrate security tools.

• Conduct security program audits and develop solutions to lessen identified risks. Evaluate, develop, and enhance security requirements, policies, and tools.

• Perform vulnerability assessments including development of risk mitigation strategies.

• Mentor mid-level and junior staff

Qualifications

Required:

• Active TS/SCI

• Bachelor's Degree

• 5-8 yearsworking or leading projects within a team structure

• DoD 8570 IAT Level II, preferred CASP

• Expertise with designing, developing, implementing, and enforcing security requirements.
  Developing security plans and contingency plans.

• Familiar with developing, testing, and integrating security tools as well as configuring and installing

• Skilled in conducting security audits and developing mitigations to identify risks. Has conducted vulnerability assessments.

• Knows eMASS Has monitored controls.

• Industry-specific knowledge

Desired:

• Supervisory experience a plus

Physical and Environmental Conditions

• Normal Office EnvironmentRequires Sitting

• Standing

• Near Acuity

• Speaking with colleagues and customers

• Listening, sight, use of hands/fingers

Salary & Benefits

• Salary Range: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00/year (depending on experience and certifications)

Additional Benefits

• Performance Bonuses and annual salary reviews

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) plan with company match

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• A collaborative and inclusive work environment

ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.