IT SECURITY SPECIALIST

Sellers & Associates LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an IT Security Specialist in Washington, DC, where your expertise will shape the future of information security. This role involves overseeing the implementation of security programs, managing compliance automation, and conducting penetration testing to ensure robust security measures. With a focus on strategic planning and risk assessment, you'll play a crucial role in safeguarding sensitive information and enhancing organizational resilience. If you're passionate about security and ready to make an impact, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Information Systems Security Management.
• Graduate Degree or relevant certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage information security program implementation.
• Perform security engineering and develop security architecture.

Skills

Information Security Management

Security Engineering

Penetration Testing

Risk Assessment

Security Compliance Automation

Education

Graduate Degree from an accredited University

CNSSI 4012 or NDU CISO certificate

Military Training

Job description

Sellers & Associates, LLC (S&A) is a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) that provides effective and affordable Programmatic and Engineering Support Services and Solutions to our Government and Commercial Clients. We work directly with our clients taking the time to understand their culture and requirements designing a custom solution tailored to meet their unique needs at an affordable price without sacrificing quality. Our specialties include Program / Engineering Management, Training / Training Technology, Technology / Product Development Strategy and Analysis, Project Management (Cost, Schedule, Scope & Quality), and Strategic Planning applied within our clients unique domains and context.

Job Description

Sellers & Associates, LLC (S&A) is seeking an IT Security Specialist to join our team in Washington, DC. This position is contingent upon Contract Award.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and managing information security program implementation within the organization.
• Managing strategy, personnel, infrastructure, policy enforcement, emergency planning, and security awareness.
• Acquiring and managing necessary resources, including leadership support, financial resources, and key security personnel.
• Performing security engineering, developing security architecture artifacts, overseeing penetration testing, and performing computer OS forensic analysis.
• Identifying, assessing, and presenting options for meeting functional and technical requirements.
• Leading performance of penetration testing and security exercises.
• Securing network systems and participating in vulnerability scans.
• Implementing solutions to automate security compliance of systems.
• Collecting and reviewing security analytic measures and overseeing security incident detection activities.
• Evaluating IT enclave systems and assessing risk posture and system security findings.
• Evaluating analytical and systematic problems of workflows, organization, and planning, and developing appropriate corrective actions.

Job Requirements

Graduate Degree from an accredited University or CNSSI 4012 or NDU CISO certificate or NDU CIO certificate or AQD GA8. or successful completion of military training

• NEC 2779 (
• A-531-0009) or 3372 or (EKMS Manager CIN W-3B-1500) or A-4C-1340 (KMI) (or DOD Service equivalent).

5+ years specialized Master level experience in Specialty Area 72 (Information Systems Security Management).

GSLC or CISSP or CISM or CAP or CASP is required.

Sellers and Associates, LLC is an E-Verify company and an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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It Security Specialist • Washington, DC, United States