Dell
Information Assurance Specialist
Greater Detroit Area, US - Computer Hardware, Computer Software, Information Technology and Services
Job Description
We are looking for an Information Assurance Specialist in Ann Arbor, MI for an upcoming proposal award. Candidate will work as part of a team of senior-level security engineers collaborating with the clients remote sites and senior personnel in support of information assurance controls and security protection activities across the organization. The candidate will be responsible for development and implementation of standardized security processes, technology configurations and security controls at the enterprise level. Additional responsibilities will be providing subject matter expertise to Tier 3 on-site personnel as well as creating remediation strategies to address recurring security issues.
Candidate will provide expert-level technical support in system architecture, system design, system integration and technical management. Candidate provides strategic technical input to the systems engineering process. Candidate leads teams in developing application and technical plans to ensure compliance with VA Security standards. Guide customers in the installation and use of strategic products through education and guidance, first-use and tuning assistance problem solving and critical situation resolution. Candidate will have extensive IT experience in all aspects of Cyber Security with a vast array of IT systems involving end user as well as enterprise level networks. Candidate will have experience in designing and implementing systems that meet agency Cyber Security policy and regulations. Candidate must have extensive experience in Cyber Security Tools, network topologies, intrusion detection, PKI, and secured networks. Candidate must possess a high level of expertise in developing long term strategies and be knowledgeable about various cyber threats and there mitigation.
Lead team efforts as a primary information security Point of Contact (POC) between the IA Team and the VA. Answer questions and provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) guidance on all application/network management and security related issues, ensure the completion and correctness of all NIST 800-53 remediation efforts and ensure compliance with VA Security policies and requirements. Ensure compliance with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs). Travel to remote sites in the performance of Baseline and one or more assessment visits is required. Collaborate with engineers and on-site information security personnel in the performance of information security duties for each visit. Specific duties include;
Utilize data from VA monthly predictive scan results to develop and coordinate completion of appropriate actions and track compliance of baseline implementation.
Participate in senior-level meetings to further refine and improve processes and procedures for security vulnerability management.
Coordinate with appropriate groups to manage remediation packages of specific vulnerabilities.
Recommend best practices in security management, patch and vulnerability management, configuration management.
Monitor various program dashboards to perform compliance trending and predictive analyses.
Establish, manage and maintain a VA hosted Database Repository Tool to import and manage data sets (e.g., Nessus scans, IEM, SCCM) that can be used for trending and analysis purposes.
Facilitate site preparation for Inspector General (IG) audits.
Possess demonstrated vulnerability management expertise.
Facilitate communication with stakeholder to ensure all requirements are being met.
Track progress against work schedules.
Evaluate and assess compliance with established IA policies and regulations.
Required Skills
Candidate must be US citizen with an ability to be granted a security clearance. Individual with an existing clearance adjudicated by a federal entity is preferred. Individual will be required to undergo a background investigation in order to gain access to classified/protected information.
Requires a Master's degree or equivalent and ten years of related experience. A minimum of eight years working with information security and vulnerability management.
Holds one or more of the following certifications: CISSP (preferred), CAP, CISA, CISM, or GSLC.
Excellent technical writing skills and knowledge of computer systems and networks.
Ability to interact in a positive and collaborative manner with other contractors, teams, senior management, and Government personnel.
Active working knowledge of core infrastructure technologies.
Solid project management, time management, and organizational skills.
Desired Skills
Education
Masters degree
Experience
10+ years of experience
Requirements
Hazards
No salary provided
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