Peraton · 15 hours ago
Information Assurance and Security Specialist
Herndon, VA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$104K/yr - $166K/yr
5+ years expPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. They are seeking an Information Assurance Specialist to monitor and analyze cyber events, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with security standards in a mission-critical environment.
Information TechnologyRobotics
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Monitors, analyzes, and detects cyber events and incidents within information systems and networks under general supervision
Develop techniques and procedures for conducting IS and cyber security risk assessments and compliance audits, evaluation and testing of hardware, firmware, and software for possible impact on system security, and the investigation and resolution of security incidents such as intrusion, attacks, or leaks
Perform patch management and vulnerability remediation for IT assets, ensuring compliance with security benchmarks (DISA STIGs, CIS Benchmarks, SCAP)
Ensures that IS and cyber security plans, controls, processes, standards, policies, and procedures are aligned with IS standards and overall IS and cyber security
Support the implementation of Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) and Identity & Access Management (IAM) controls
Conduct security reviews for third-party applications and vendors to mitigate supply chain risks
Communicates frequently with customer IA team regarding any asset changes, determine impact of any upcoming policy changes, and flow down information about other evolving IA requirements
Assist in securing cloud-based environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) through security controls like CASB, CSPM, and cloud encryption
Work with engineering and operations teams to review and update procedures and SOPs to produce positive cybersecurity outcomes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and five years of experience
Four (4+) years of experience with NIST 800-53 security controls and Risk Management Framework (RMF) process with a U.S. Government agency
Two (2+) years of experience with vulnerability management for networks, operating systems, and software
Familiarity with Cyber security tools such as Splunk, HBSS, Nessus Security Center, etc. Capable of designing user-focused dashboards and reports
Current Security+ or similar DoD 8570 IAT certification
Must possess an active, current Top Secret/sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) and the ability to pass a polygraph
Benefits
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
Company
Peraton
Peraton Fearlessly solving the toughest national security challenges.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Thomas Terjesen
Chief Information Officer
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