PACS Lab Manager

Electrosoft; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrosoft in Reston, Virginia, is seeking a PACS Lab Manager to administer and maintain physical access control systems. The ideal candidate will have at least 12 years of experience in related fields, strong knowledge of cybersecurity, and proficiency in using testing tools such as CCT and CPCT. Responsibilities include coordinating with vendors, conducting technical testing, and ensuring compliance with government standards. The position offers a competitive salary range of $155,000 - $175,000 USD.

Qualifications

• 12 years' experience in ICAM or related fields.
• Ten years of progressive experience in information security.
• Expertise in test design for government systems.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain PACS software.
• Conduct technical conformance testing for FICAM compliance.
• Coordinate with PACS vendors for installation and upgrades.

Skills

PACS software administration

Technical conformance testing

Knowledge of cybersecurity

Experience with Access Control systems

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

CCT

CPCT

SP 800-85B

Windows products and tools

Google Workspace

Job description

PACS Lab Manager

Responsibilities

• Familiar with PACS (Physical Access Control Systems) software, able to administer and maintain a PACS when deployed, and familiar with the system configuration, maintenance, and credential enrollment in a PACS environment.
• Technical conformance testing of the Physical Access Control Systems used in the Federal space to validate FICAM compliance.
• Familiar with the PACS such as but not limited to: Genetec, Lenel, Identiv, AMAG, Gallagher, Software House, HID Global, Access N Site, Fusion, Galaxy, Xtec, Allegion, ReconaSense, Feenics, Open Options, RS2, Avigilon, Datawatch, DAQ, Kastle, Honeywell, Veridt, Technology Industries (TI), IDFactors, NAPCO, IdentityOne, Advantor, etc.
• Test vendor hardware and software for the ability to properly authenticate credentials attempting to exploit known security attack vectors for the PIV credential.
• Personal Identity Verification (PIV) and PIV-I Card Testing.
• Coordination with PACS vendors for installation and upgrades.
• Communication with the stakeholders at the bi-annual vendor forum meetings.
• Experience with the software side of Access Control systems.
• Understanding of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and other authenticator categories.
• Familiarity with Windows products and tools (Word, Excel, Microsoft Certificate Store, etc.) and Google Workspace (Google docs, Google sheets, etc.).
• Ability to track and record very detailed information.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years' experience in ICAM or related fields (e.g., cybersecurity, IT compliance).
• Ten years of progressive experience in the field of information security.
• At least ten years of experience in providing technical leadership on information security projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; Master’s preferred. Four years of additional experience can substitute for a bachelor’s degree.
• In-depth knowledge of FIPS 201, HSPD-12, and relevant NIST publications.
• Expertise in test design and execution for government systems.
• Proficiency with testing tools such as CCT, CPCT, and SP 800-85B.
• Understanding of PIV credential security and PKI infrastructure.
• Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Applicants selected will be subject to a government background investigation and must meet eligibility and suitability.
• United States Citizen.
• CSEIP (Certified System Engineer – ICAM PACS (Identity, Credential, and Access Management / Physical Access Control Systems) certification within 6 months of start date.

Pay Range: $155,000 USD - $175,000 USD