Information Assurance Security Specialist

4 days ago


San Antonio, Texas, United States Sekon Full time
Job Description

About Sekon

Sekon is a leading management and technology consulting firm providing solutions that improve quality of life and work. With over 25 years of experience, we specialize in providing large-scale health IT programs in support of federal government customers.

Job Summary

We are seeking an Information Assurance Security Specialist to join our talented and innovative team supporting the Defense Health Agency (DHA) in San Antonio, TX. As an Information Assurance (IA) Security Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting the management and security of the JBSA Sites and their supported networks.

Responsibilities

  • Cyber Assessment: Perform Basic Cyber Assessments using the NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Scoring Template. Enter results electronically into the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) for all relevant contractor information systems associated with an offer, contract, task order, or delivery order.
  • System Security Analysis: Specialize in the analysis and application of system security practices across various organizational and agency environments. Assist system owners and Information System Security Officers (ISSO) in designing, developing, and writing certification and accreditation (C&A) documentation to help organizations obtain Authority to Operate (ATO) on systems and environments.
  • Compliance with NIST and DoD Standards: Follow National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and Department of Defense (DoD) IA Certification and Accreditation Process standards to ensure compliance in all security operations and assessments.
  • Mission Assurance Category (MAC) Administration: Administer security features for Government Mission Assurance Category Three (MAC3) and MAC Two (MAC2) environments, including access control, malicious code protection, vulnerability and patch management, audit logs, attack sensing, and network protection.
  • IA Security Compliance Reviews: Administer and support DoD, MHS, and DHA IA security compliance reviews, including ad-hoc, annual, and quarterly scans. Respond to security information requests and support certification and accreditation activities to maintain a compliant security posture.
  • Security Review for New Systems: Conduct security reviews for all new or modified systems, devices, and configurations to ensure consistent security practices are applied and maintained.
  • Security Documentation Management: Maintain and update all security-related documentation, including System Security Authorization Agreements (SSAA), mitigation strategies, waivers, approvals, ports and protocol registration, and user rights tracking.
  • Incident Investigation: Assist in detailed investigations and documentation of security incidents as required, ensuring thorough and timely reporting of security events.
  • CAC Login and PKI Support: Support the Government's directive to maintain and sustain all aspects of Common Access Card (CAC) login, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) technology, or other two-factor authentication systems authorized by the Government.
  • Expertise in Security Tools: Provide expertise in government scanning tools such as Retina, AppDetective, and ACAS. Use forensics analysis and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) to ensure network integrity and identify vulnerabilities.
  • User Rights and Application Databases Management: Maintain application approval databases, manage user rights forms, and ensure accurate records for system access and permissions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Active DoD Secret Clearance required.
  • Experience with NIST and DoD IA Certification and Accreditation Process standards.
  • Proficiency in IA security compliance reviews and cyber assessments, including NIST SP 800-171.
  • Knowledge of security scanning tools (Retina, AppDetective, ACAS) and government security protocols.

What We Offer

Sekon offers a dynamic and supportive work environment, competitive compensation and benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.



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