Security Specialist

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

📋 Description

• Implement and oversee security measures for systems and applications.

• Conduct vulnerability assessments and monitor the remediation of identified issues.

• Assist in Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes under the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF).

• Create and revise security documentation, including System Security Plans and POA&Ms.

• Analyze audit logs and react to security incidents.

• Provide guidance to development and operations teams on secure configurations and best practices.

• Facilitate security awareness initiatives and compliance reporting.

• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field is required.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in information security.

• Familiarity with NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, and the Risk Management Framework.

• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools such as Tenable Nessus or Qualys.

• Possession of a security certification like CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CISM.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Capability to work independently in a remote setting.

• Regular use of standard office equipment, including computers, phones, scanners, and printers.

• Experience with SIEM tools, such as Splunk, is preferred.

• Knowledge of cloud security on AWS or Azure is preferred.

• Experience in supporting federal government contracts is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Equal opportunity workplace.

• Accommodations available for applicants with disabilities.