Information Technology - Engineer, Cyber Security Sr

Ampcus, Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

Ampcus Inc. in Washington, DC is seeking a cybersecurity professional for a 6-month assignment focused on SailPoint IIQ implementation and governance.

The role combines hands-on security engineering, system administration of security tooling, and advising management on policies, with a hybrid on-site schedule once or twice a month.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in CS/IT or 4 extra years of relevant experience; CISSP/CISM/CEH/CISA are preferred qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in IT security.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity concepts and governance.
• Experience with SailPoint IIQ provisioning and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security solutions and governance.
• Administer security technology systems and monitor logs.
• Advise management on cybersecurity policies and procedures.
• Integrate connectors (AD, JDBC, flat files, ServiceNow, PeopleSoft).
• Create custom SailPoint IIQ tasks and reports.
• Document implementation steps for FEPOC.

Skills

Cybersecurity knowledge

Risk assessment

Ethical hacking

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

4 years related experience in lieu of degree

Tools

SailPoint IIQ

Active Directory

ServiceNow

PeopleSoft

WebServices

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Position Overview

This is a 6-month assignment located in Washington, DC 20005, with a hybrid work arrangement (once or twice a month on-site). The role involves developing and implementing security solutions, administering security technology systems, and advising management on cybersecurity policies, processes, and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and set up SailPoint Identity IQ (IIQ) and customize/configure it for governance policies and procedures.
• Assist with day-to-day activities related to SailPoint IIQ, including development, testing, and roll-out phases.
• Provide expertise in customizing SailPoint IIQ LCM provisioning workflow and developing custom workflows.
• Integrate and manage various resource adapters/connectors such as Active Directory, JDBC, Flat file resources, ServiceNow, PeopleSoft, and WebServices.
• Set up SailPoint IIQ custom tasks and reports.
• Document all steps and activities during the implementation for FEPOC.

Essential Functions

• 20% Assist with day-to-day support of security solutions.
• 20% Provide engineering support and system administration of specialized cybersecurity solutions.
• 15% Solve complex problems and answer routine questions about cybersecurity software.
• 15% Identify potential conflicts with the implementation of cybersecurity solutions.
• 10% Answer routine questions about cybersecurity solutions.
• 10% Review and analyze cybersecurity solution system logs for performance and functional anomalies.
• 10% Work with system design architects and project managers to provide security requirements.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5 years of relevant IT security experience.
• In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to perform risk assessments and investigate cybersecurity incidents.
• Advanced understanding of vulnerabilities at a technical level.
• Knowledge of hardware and software, networks, data centers, systems, and cybersecurity-related issues.
• Proficient in ethical hacking techniques.
• Strong critical thinking ability and investigative/problem solving skills.

  Licenses/Certifications

  • CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional
  • CISM - Certified Information Security Manager
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

  The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes them ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs. Must be able to effectively work in a fast-paced environment with frequently changing priorities, deadlines, and workloads that can be variable for long periods of time. Must be able to meet established deadlines and handle multiple customer service demands from internal and external customers, within set expectations for service excellence. Must be able to effectively communicate and provide positive customer service to every internal and external customer, including customers who may be demanding or otherwise challenging.

  Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.