Information Assurance Professional

Job Title: Information Assurance Professional
Pay Rate: Up to $57.51 /hr DOE
Location: Canonsburg, PA
Zip Code: 15317
Job Type: Contract
Start Date: Right Away
Keywords: #InformationAssuranceProfessional #EngineeringJobs

***Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire.***

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
* As a member of the Information Assurance Security team the IAP supports system security categorization efforts, security requirements selection/analysis, security control assessments and performs continuous monitoring.*
* Executes or supports the execution of A&A activities, including development of required security documentation, including items such as System Security Plans, Security Assessment Reports, SCTM"s and POA&Ms in compliance with IA policy
* Perform weekly system audit reviews, media reviews, hardware/software configuration management
* Executes security testing and evaluation to ensure correct implementation of security controls*
* Supports the assessment and mitigation of vulnerabilities throughout a systems life cycle*
* Conduct IA security education training for all system users on appropriate risk mitigation strategies*
* Perform incident response and cleanup actions, when necessary, per company or customer directions*
* Ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with internal security policies and procedures outlined in the System Security Plan (SSP).*
* Assume ISSM responsibilities as assigned by the Region Manager and/or in the absence of the ISSM*
* Maintains contact with external customer security professionals*

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Must be a US Citizen
* Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire.
* Bachelor"s degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field.
* Requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience.
* Proficient understanding of cyber security specifications such as Risk Management Framework (RMF), JSIG (Joint SAP Implementation Guide), ICD-503, NIST SP 800-53.
* Requires a technical background creating POA&Ms, developing corrective action plans, and writing security plans, policies, and procedural documentation (not just reviewing or performing documentation review)
* Experience implementing government security requirements to include technical computer/network system auditing*
* Trained and proficient in Assured File Transfer (AFT) processes and tools*
* Experience with various security assessment/hardening tools - STIGs, SCAP, ACAS, Nessus, etc.*
* Systems administration experience is highly desirable*
* Very strong writing, speaking, analytical, and customer service skills*
* Ability to participate in or lead security work groups*
* Must be a self-starter capable of multitasking and efficiently managing your time in a dynamic environment while requiring minimal levels of supervision*

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of the NISPOM, JSIG, ICD-503, NIST SP 800-53 and CNSSI 1253
* DoD 8140 IAM-II level professional certification (i.e. Security + CE, CAP, GSLC) or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.*

If you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.com
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