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CACI International Information Assurance Security Specialist in Remote (Any State), Virginia
Information Assurance Security Specialist
Job Category: Security
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: None
Type of Travel: None
What You’ll Get to Do:
Are you looking for a role that will impact protecting our Homeland Security? Do you thrive in Risk Management Framework? And are you a leader who builds teams that always rise to the occasion? If yes, please keep reading!
As the Cloud Security Control Specialist, you will be a member of a team in our Cloud Operations team responsible for managing all Risk Management Framework activities for implemented technologies. You’ll also work in a dynamic environment with other Cybersecurity Engineering professionals using the latest technologies.
More About the Role:
The Security Accreditation and Authorization Specialist will be responsible for the following:
Provide the United States Coast Guard (USCG) with tailored documentation to support their security authorization.
Support Security Test and Evaluation/Security Assessment activities.
Support USCG system accreditation, Ongoing Assessment, and Ongoing Authorization processes and activities to ensure the implementation of NIST SP 800-53 security controls.
Manage all Information Assurance activities, responsible for enabling the ongoing assessment and ongoing authorization of cloud solutions utilizing Risk Management Framework (RMF) and automated Security Assessment and Authorization tools.
Implement Risk Management Framework policy and application across the deployed cloud infrastructure.
Provide SME knowledge of NIST and DISA Security Controls and Control Implementation methodologies for the SA&A process.
Develop and maintain System Security Plan, Security Assessment Report (SAR), and Plans of Action and Milestones and other security documentation.
Support POA&M remediation activities and the creation of POA&M closure documentation in support of the ISSO.
In depth knowledge of FIPS 199 Security Categorizations.
Seasoned technical individual contributor who is a self-starter capable of working with other team members to achieve operational targets with significant impact on departmental results.
Will work with Cloud Engineers in the security implementation of DISA security controls to ensure compliance with all security policies, procedures, and required documentation.
Work independently with limited supervision.
May be responsible for managing independent security related projects/processes in support of USCG program requirements.
Provide SME support and input supporting system design, solutions, and procedures.
Responsible for assessing and developing authorization packages for technical solutions that may require collaboration with internal expertise and deep analysis of the technical solution.
Collaborative and communicates with parties within, and outside, of own job function. May have responsibility for communicating with parties external to the organization (e.g., customers, vendors, etc.)
Understands and supports Privacy Compliance Activities to include the development of Privacy Impact Analysis (PIA), Privacy Threshold Analysis (PTA), and Statement of Record Notices (SORN).
Facilitates and monitors information assurance (IA) processes for new projects, including the development of security authorization packages and the tracking of progress for all Security Control implementations and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M).
Development of all Security Authorization artifacts and documentation and assembling of Authorization packages.
Responsible for administration and adherence of the Risk Management Plan.
Coordinate closely with the Quality Assurance Specialists in identifying and mitigating risk to meet established quality standards.
You’ll Bring These Qualifications:
US Citizenship required
You must hold a DOD Secret or higher clearance. However, as a requirement of continued employment, you must also meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and be clearable to a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entrance on Duty (EOD) suitability.
7 plus years of experience
Intimate understanding of NIST RMF implementation guidance.
Well-developed understanding of Federal Civilian or DHS Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) processes.
In-depth understanding of the relevance of NIST Security Controls and Control Implementation methodologies to the SA&A process.
Intimate understanding of DISA and DoD Security Controls and Requirements for IT systems.
Can demonstrate understanding of critical documentation required in Security Authorization (SA) Packages.
Ability to understand and support Privacy Compliance Activities to include the development of Privacy Impact Analysis (PIA), Privacy Threshold Analysis (PTA), and Statement of Record Notices (SORN).
CSSP-AU certification
At least one of the DOD 8750 IAT II certifications: CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP (or associate), GCED, GCIH, or CCSP
These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:
Certified in one or more of the following areas: Certified Information Systems Security
Well-developed understanding of Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and ideally the DHS Systems Engineering Lifecycle (SELC) process as it relates to Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A).
Relevant DOD, DHS or .gov Cyber Security focused experience.
Typically has a University Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years related work experience.
What We Can Offer You:
We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.
Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.
We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.
For over 55 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.
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What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Your potential is limitless. So is ours.
Learn more about CACI here. (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/life-at-caci)
Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits) .
Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$95,500-$210,100
CACI is 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, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.