Cybersecurity Specialist

5 hours ago

Charlotte, NC, United States Rapid Strategy Full time
Position Summary
The Cybersecurity Specialist will play a critical role in evaluating, managing, and strengthening cybersecurity controls to ensure compliance with federal regulations, including NIST 800-53 v5 and NIST 800-37. The ideal candidate will have expertise in conducting security control assessments, supporting the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process, and managing the Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) lifecycle. This position requires extensive experience in federal government and financial services environments, with a deep understanding of FISMA compliance and privacy controls.
Key Responsibilities
  • Perform detailed control assessments in accordance with NIST 800-53 v5 and NIST 800-37, ensuring compliance with FISMA requirements.
  • Lead and manage the Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) process, including documentation, evidence collection, and validation of control effectiveness.
  • Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of the Risk Management Framework (RMF), ensuring all steps are completed accurately and on schedule.
  • Evaluate and document security and privacy controls for federal government and financial services environments.
  • Conduct system security assessments and develop artifacts such as System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate cybersecurity risks, providing recommendations for improving compliance and security posture.
  • Analyze, report, and communicate assessment findings to stakeholders, including senior management and external auditors.
  • Stay updated on evolving federal cybersecurity standards, frameworks, and best practices to ensure client systems remain compliant.
  • Provide guidance on privacy requirements and their integration with security controls.
Qualifications
Required Experience and Skills:
  • MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN
  • 5-7 years of experience performing cybersecurity control assessments, with expertise in federal government and financial services sectors.
  • Deep knowledge of NIST 800-53 v5 and NIST 800-37, including control families, privacy controls, and compliance requirements.
  • Experience with FISMA compliance and the ability to perform assessments in federal environments.
  • Proven expertise in the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process and SA&A lifecycle, including the development of security artifacts.
  • Familiarity with privacy regulations and their implementation within security programs.
  • Strong understanding of security assessment tools, methodologies, and reporting.
  • Exceptional analytical, documentation, and communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings clearly to stakeholders.
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CAP, or CRISC.
  • Experience working with financial services regulatory frameworks, such as PCI-DSS, SOX, or GLBA.
  • Familiarity with vulnerability management tools and techniques.

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