Current jobs related to Sr. Security Specialist - Washington, Washington, D.C. - AnaVation

  • Sr. ATC Specialist

    2 weeks ago


    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Astrion Full time

    OverviewSr. ATC SpecialistLOCATION: Washington, DCJOB STATUS:Part-timeCLEARANCE:Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.CERTIFICATION:N/ATRAVEL:as neededAstrion has an exciting opportunity for aSr. ATC Specialistfor theFAA - PSS contract, supporting theCivilian Division.Required Qualifications / SkillsHigh School Diploma required; Bachelor's degree...


  • Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Dynanet Corporation Full time

    :Position Details:Job Title: Sr. Security EngineerJob Type: Full-timeLocation: Remote, DCDynanet Corporation Overview:Dynanet started with a focus on IT infrastructure and operations, helping organizations enhance their networks and overcome the limitations of 1990s technology. From strengthening communication channels to introducing innovative ways to...


  • Washington, Washington, D.C., United States ClearanceJobs Full time

    Job Description ECS is seeking a Sr. Security Risk Management SME/ Sr. Vulnerability Threat Assessment Analyst to work in our Washington, DC office. Overview ECS is seeking a Security Risk Management Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide strategic technical advisory services for the Department of State (DOS) Bureau of Diplomatic Technology (DT). This senior...

  • Security Specialist

    3 days ago


    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Spry Methods Full time

    Who We're Looking For (Position Overview):Spry Methods is seeking an experienced Security Specialist to lead the security, compliance, and governance of our ServiceNow (SNOW) platform. This role is responsible for defining and implementing security policies, managing user access controls, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and establishing...

  • Security Specialist

    5 days ago


    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Dynamis, Inc. Full time

    Dynamis is seeking a Security Specialist to support security operations by performing general administrative control, monitoring, and access of employees, contractors, detailees, and task force officers to government facilities. The Specialist will perform identity proofing, enrollment, and issuance of Personal Identity Verification (PIV) cards, building...


  • Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Chenega Security SBU Full time

    SummaryTheElectronic Security ProjectCoordinatorreports directly to the Program Manager and is responsible for the overall management of the specific task order(s) and ensuring that the technical solutions and schedules in the task order are implemented in a timely manner. TheElectronic Security Project Coordinatorensures technical knowledge is applied by...


  • Washington, Washington, D.C., United States ECS Tech Inc Full time $115,000 - $140,000

    ECS is seeking a Sr. Security Risk Management SME/ Sr. Vulnerability Threat Assessment Analyst to work in our Washington, DC office.  OverviewECS is seeking a Security Risk Management Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide strategic technical advisory services for the Department of State (DOS) Bureau of Diplomatic Technology (DT). This senior role supports...


  • Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Dynamis, Inc. Full time

    Dynamis is seeking a Personnel Security Specialist to provide support for personnel security operations performing clearance processing activities, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. The Specialist will perform general personnel security case management, assembles personnel security case files, and recommends cases for final...


  • Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Dynamis, Inc. Full time

    Dynamis is seeking a Personnel Security Specialist to provide support for personnel security operations performing clearance processing activities, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. The Specialist will perform general personnel security case management, assembles personnel security case files, and recommends cases for final...


  • Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Terrestris Global Solutions Full time

    Are you looking for a Challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We can help We are seeking a Security Specialist to support the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Information Technology (IT), Enterprise Operations, IRS Web Infrastructure Services, and M365 Program Management Branch. This is a remote...

Sr. Security Specialist

2 weeks ago


Washington, Washington, D.C., United States AnaVation Full time
Be Challenged and Make a Difference 
In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture. 
Description of Task to be Performed: AnaVation is seeking a Sr. Security Specialist (ISSO/Risk Assessor duties) for our mission critical customer in Washington, DC. You will work as part of a fantastic team providing security expertise on high priority projects. Daily duties include, but are not limited to: · Integral team member for agency's risk assessment program that will be performing internal audits and building streamlined assessment processes. · Having in-depth security knowledge, is highly technical, and experienced in managing the security of a system's accreditation boundary. · Focusing on the enterprise governance and risk of exposure across a multi-cloud and on-premise environment that will include multiple vendors, customers and XaaS products. · Evaluating agency's current system infrastructure and recommending changes to improve its security posture. · Providing customer support for security compliance and audit liaison activities. Focus is on improving the security posture of the agency's Forensic and Investigative Labs. · Developing, maintaining, and assessing Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) packages resulting in an Authority To Operate (ATO) for IT systems. · Creating and maintaining SSPs and supporting documentation in accordance with agency guidelines and directives. This includes writing implementation statements, creating supporting documentation (e.g., Contingency Plans, Incident Response Plans, Account Management Plans, etc.), performing self-assessments, and/or assessing your peer's assessment, while working with system stakeholders. · Develop, coordinate, test, and train personnel on Incident Response Plans and Contingency Plans. · Ensuring that information systems are accredited, maintain their ATO, and are being continuously monitored. · Performing risk assessments for agency systems/applications, to include cloud-based systems. · Performing security control assessments to include collecting supporting artifacts/evidence and interviewing system owner/owner representatives. · Maintaining and tracking system POA&Ms. · Reviewing and analyzing vulnerability scan data and providing recommendations on remediation. · Taking ownership on various projects. · Improving on processes and procedures and making recommendations to improve the security posture of the agency's IT systems and applications.
This position is on-site in Washington, DC. Required Qualifications:
  • 6+ years' experience with NIST, FISMA, and Security Assessment & Authorization.
  • FedRAMP and Cloud experience (e.g., Azure, AWS, Oracle (OCI))
  • Knowledgeable on various security-related NIST publications (e.g., SP 800-53r5, SP 800-53A, SP 800-18r1, etc.)
  • An in-depth knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a customer Public Trust clearance required. Qualified candidates can be sponsored for this clearance.
  • Certifications: CISSP required
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Familiarity with the security control families from the NIST guidance covered by the documents that they are responsible for evaluating.
  • Ability to provide subject matter expert-level knowledge to the project team to ensure compliance with applicable requirements.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of IT Security policy implementation statements, the regulatory structure of policy, the role of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
  • Hands-on experience using a Governance, Risk, and Compliance tool, such as JCAM (CSAM) or eMASS.
  • Ability to conduct gap analysis on non-federated vendor audit results, such as SOC Type 2, HIPAA comparison review and analyze against NIST SP Revision 5 security controls.
  • Hands-on experience providing C-Level presentation and reporting.
  • Excellent written communication skills and understand the purpose and use of the System Security Plan (SSP).
  • Possess an understanding of control inheritance as applied to the RMF implementation in the JCAM tool.
  • Ability to accurately manage complex workstreams, comprehend the application of the RMF, and understand the application of security controls across the interface, application, operating system, network, and database layers of modern information systems. Understand the applicable artifacts used as evidence to assess compliance.
  • Experience with multiple tools providing security functions such as vulnerability management (e.g., Nessus), configuration management (e.g., BigFix, SCCM, ePO), endpoint protection (e.g., antivirus, ATP), data loss prevention, and intrusion detection software and hardware.
  • Ability to evaluate data flows, network diagrams, and logical security boundaries.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Familiarity with the use of data analysis tools, including the use of Microsoft Excel or PowerBI to combine data from multiple sources.
Benefits  · Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents  · % company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents  · % company paid long-term and short term disability insurance  · % company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents  · k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting  · Competitive Pay  · Generous paid leave and holiday package  · Tuition and training reimbursement  · Life and AD&D Insurance
About AnaVation  AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.  
If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you 
AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.