Information System Security Specialist III (Pending Contract Award) - SBG

SBG Technology Solutions, Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Information Systems Security Specialist III to join their team in Charleston, SC. This exciting opportunity involves supporting critical Information Assurance processes, ensuring compliance with security standards, and maintaining the operational security posture of information systems. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in cybersecurity, with hands-on experience in Risk Management Framework and Information Assurance tools. If you're motivated, detail-oriented, and ready to make an impact in a fast-paced environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Cybersecurity or related field.
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Support Information Assurance activities across C&A and A&A lifecycle.
• Evaluate security solutions for classified information systems.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Information Assurance

Network Security

Incident Response

Vulnerability Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a Technical Field

HS/GED with Practical Experience

Tools

DISA eMASS

Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: SBG - Charleston SC - Charleston, SC

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Engineering

Description

SBG, a DSS, Inc. company, specializing in engineering, information technology, cyber-security, intelligence, and training, is looking for a hard-working results-oriented Information Systems Security Specialist III. We are seeking highly motivated individuals with a positive attitude looking to join our rapidly growing company. The ideal candidates for this position have strong attention to detail, analytical and ethical, who can excel in a very fast-paced government contractor environment. This is an on-site role based in Charleston, SC

**Contingent Upon Contract Award**

OVERVIEW

The Information System Security Specialist III is responsible for supporting all aspects of a Program Information Assurance (IA) processes tailored to include minimum qualification standards, fundamental awareness and familiarity to demonstrated competency with specific experience in Cyber Security, Engineering, Test & Evaluation, (T&E) and/or Security Control Assessor (SCA) under a Certification & Accreditation (C&A) and/or Assessment & Authorization (A&A) process.Must have active Secret clearance.

The Information System Security Specialist III:

• Support all aspects of Program Information Assurance (IA) activities across the Certification & Accreditation (C&A) and/or Assessment & Authorization (A&A) lifecycle.
• Apply knowledge and experience in cybersecurity, engineering, Test & Evaluation (T&E), and/or Security Control Assessment (SCA) roles.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and/or prior experience with Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP).
• Interpret and apply relevant security policies and guidance documents to support the development and maintenance of IA artifacts and traceability documents required for Authority to Operate (ATO) compliance.
• Evaluate and validate security solutions to ensure they meet system requirements for handling up to classified information.
• Maintain and/or oversee the operational security posture of assigned information systems or programs.
• Assist in the development and enforcement of system security policies, ensuring alignment with configuration management and change control processes.
• Plan, coordinate, and support the IT security program, aligning efforts with command leadership goals and mission objectives.

Qualifications

Required

• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process.
• Prior experience with the Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) is highly desirable.
• Hands-on experience with Information Assurance tools such as:
  • DISA Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS)
  • Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)
  • Interim Security Control Assessor (SCA) qualification may be required.

• Familiarity with cybersecurity policies and guidance to support:
  • Preparation and maintenance of security artifacts
  • Creation of traceability documentation
  • Compliance with Authority to Operate (ATO) requirement
• Ability to evaluate and validate security solutions for systems processing up to classified information.
• Experience maintaining and/or supervising the operational security posture of information systems or programs.
• Experience developing and enforcing system security policies, including support for configuration management and change control processes.
• At least 5 years of experience supporting one or more of the following within DoD or Federal environments:
  • Network and system security
  • Cybersecurity Service Providers (CSSP)
  • Cyber Red Teams
• With at least 3 of the following 6 focus areas:
  • Vulnerability Analysis
  • Network Security Monitoring
  • Incident Response / Forensics
  • Penetration Testing / Red Teaming
  • CND Infrastructure Support
  • CND Incident Response

Education:

• Five (5) years with bachelor’s degree or seventechnical or managerial related discipline
• (7) years with HS/GED of practical experience demonstrating competency in Cybersecurity, Engineering, Test & Evaluation (T&E) or Assessment & Authorization (A&A)/ Certification & Accreditation (C&A) related field.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Standing	10% per day
Sitting	60% per day
Walking	5% per day
Stooping	0% per day
Lifting	If traveling, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted (luggage, laptop, etc.) Up to 15 lbs. unassisted, several times a day (laptop, office equipment, office supplies, etc.)
Computer Work	100% per day
Telephone Work	60% per day
Reading	100% per day
Other, please specify	Travel unassisted less up to 10% per year, via aircraft or privately owned vehicle.

SBG, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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