Security Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina.

📋 Description

• Deliver advanced security expertise for applications, platforms, cloud solutions, authorization processes, vulnerability remediation, and ongoing monitoring.

• Analyze NIST, DHS 4300A, FISMA, privacy regulations, FedRAMP, and specific security program requirements.

• Oversee the implementation and validation of security controls across applications, cloud services, data, identity management, interfaces, and operational processes.

• Assist with security architecture, risk assessments, authorization documentation, management of Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M), and continuous monitoring.

• Manage vulnerability scanning, analysis, prioritization, remediation efforts, and the collection of evidence.

• Offer guidance to teams on secure design, development, configuration, release processes, incident response, and change management practices.

• Convey security risks, exceptions, dependencies, and suggested mitigations to both technical teams and program leadership.

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor's degree or an equivalent of six (6) additional years of relevant professional experience in place of a degree.

• At least 11 years of directly applicable professional experience.

• Must be a U.S. citizen to comply with contract requirements.

• Capable of successfully passing a government background investigation.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or other necessary DHS suitability determination.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Capability to work collaboratively with Government and contractor stakeholders.

• Experience in agile delivery environments.

• Proven experience in creating clear technical or program documentation.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance options.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Retirement savings plans with employer matching.

• Paid time off and holidays.