Information Assurance/Security Engineer – Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Provide support to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Transportation Security Administration (TSA) customer.

• Apply and enforce relevant Federal laws, DHS and TSA directives, policies, standards, and industry best practices related to Incident Response, Cybersecurity Support, and other cybersecurity functions.

• Organize, oversee, and manage task order operation support functions that involve multiple complex and interconnected project tasks.

• Assist with ICAM Support Services, Incident Response and Cybersecurity Support Services, as well as Risk Management and Compliance Support Services.

• Act as an information assurance and cybersecurity subject matter expert to address daily operational challenges.

• Collaborate with divisions, System Owners, ISSOs, TSA offices, and authorized stakeholders.

• Monitor and report on activities related to Incident Response and Cybersecurity Support.

• Identify and communicate enhancements to cybersecurity support activities in response to emerging threats.

• Manage risks, vulnerabilities, and compliance related to infrastructure system security.

• Execute vulnerability management, ensure compliance with DHS ISVM, and handle remediation and reporting.

• Document, deliver, and report unresolved issues in the Vulnerability Management Remediation POA&M Schedule Compliance Report.

• Provide technical and programmatic Information Assurance Services to both internal and external customers.

• Prepare RMF-based documentation based on customer information.

• Offer assessment and authorization support, encompassing security and contingency plans, as well as risk and vulnerability assessments.

• Analyze policies and procedures against Federal laws and regulations and suggest strategies for closing gaps.

• Develop tests, integrate security tools, secure configurations, scan systems, report compliance outcomes, and evaluate products and system administration aspects.

• Conduct audits of the security program and formulate risk-reduction solutions.

• Create strategies for privacy, risk management, and e-authentication compliance.

• Support the development and implementation of security architecture to meet evolving security requirements.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent, along with 10 years of relevant experience.

• U.S. Citizenship is required.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DHS Entrance on Duty (EOD) clearance.

• 7 years of experience in Project Management or equivalent specialized experience utilizing Project Management tools and techniques.

• Experience in managing IT enterprise security/Cybersecurity teams.

• Previous experience as an Information Assurance Manager.

• Experience in managing government contact center operations.

• Ability to identify and communicate program risks and propose mitigation strategies.

• Must possess ITIL 4 Certification by the time of Assumption of Responsibility (AOR).

• Hold a relevant security certification (CISSP, CISM) from an accredited organization.

• A BA/BS Degree is preferred.

• Experience in DHS TSA leadership is preferred.

• Strong writing and communication skills are preferred.

• Strong business acumen and problem-solving skills are preferred.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Potential eligibility for overtime.

• Potential eligibility for shift differential.

• Potential eligibility for a discretionary bonus.