Cyber Security Expert (Remote)
OverviewGovCIO is currently hiring for a Cyber Security Expert (Remote). This position is 100% remote located within the United States.Core Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm Eastern Standard Time (EST)This individual will support cybersecurity efforts across multiple interfaces and agencies in support of the VA Office of Research and Development.Responsibilities
Communicate and provide consultative support on the VA on matters related to system security certification & accreditation and Authority to Operate (ATO).
Coordinate and lead security and privacy activities within project teams and develop security and privacy related artifacts.
Review and identified system/applications security controls in accordance with NIST SP-800 53 Rev 4 guidance and VA Handbook 6500.
Perform cyber security and information system risk analysis, vulnerability assessment, and regulatory compliance assessment and gap analysis on existing systems and system in development.
Responsible for on time deliverables of assigned and related security and privacy artifacts.
Must be able to identify and mitigate risks to the program.
Demonstrated experience in a remote work environment.
Ability to proactively communicate and coordinate with various internal and external project stakeholders, depending on needs.
Identifying and communicate symptoms for process improvement.
Support adoption of new technologies and products by performing research, identifying security-related issues, and developing adoption plans.
Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and supervision
Well versed in the VA Veteran-Focused Integration Process (VIP) project management methodology.
Participate in support activities related to the integration of security architecture & engineering efforts in the SDLC IT lifecycle
Support a team of other cyber security professionals
Support Application development/maintenance and IT operations with DevSecOps and Agile practices
The candidate will participate in new task orders to ensure Cyber concepts are considered within the design and architecture phases
Build and develop cyber security related artifacts
Implement scans, cloud security solutions; analyze, evaluate, and plan enterprise solutions
Resolve requests for assistance in troubleshooting issues
Participate in the planning of upgrades, replacement, configuration, and maintenance of security architecture and engineering projects
Participate in new and existing IT modernization, expansion, and improvement of security architecture and engineering projects support enterprise operations
Work with system owners to address POA&M and continual system security evaluation processes and finding.
Interface with internal and external agency security personnel to establish and maintain Interagency Security Agreements (ISAs).
Will work closely with the internal Federal Customers and External Agency ISA Coordinators to assist with the coordination and approval of ISA documentation.
Analyze process improvement areas/recommend changes to processes/procedures for efficiencies/cost-savings
Support ATO, the VA System Steward, and the VA ISSO in support of ATCs, ATOs, eMASS, REEF, and other security tracking systems
Typical tasks for this role include but are not limited to:
Authority-to-Operate (ATO) & Authority to Connect (ATC) remediation efforts
System scans and audit preparation
Cloud Migration and scans
eMASS updates, and reporting
System production monitoring
SOP Creation and Updating
4 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for educationArtifact Research
PIA (Privacy Impact Analysis) and PTA (Privacy Threshold Analysis) Documentation
Program and administrative support (meeting notes, reports, org/role documentation, etc.)
Ad hoc remediation response support
Communications support
QualificationsRequired Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in a Business, Engineering, or Technical discipline plus 8+ years of experience; (4 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education)
Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Strong understanding and hands-on experience working with Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA), NIST-800-53 guidance, HIPAA, and HITECH Act.
Must have experience achieving an ATO for projects within the VA or other Federal Agencies.
Experience supporting Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation (C&A) and associated IA processes, procedures, and activities with capability and expertise to implement applicable NIST and CNSS IA directives, instructions, guidelines
Ticketing systems experience such as Remedy, ServiceNow
Experience in collaborating with other enterprise technologists both internal and external to resolve complex technical issues
Ability to work both independently with minimal guidance and to supervise and lead collaborations with project team members, program customers, and program and external stakeholders on behalf of the VA Technical Lead. This position requires significant hands-on work execution by the candidate.
Demonstrated experience in a remote work environment.
Ability to proactively communicate and coordinate with various internal and external project stakeholders, depending on needs.
Security+ or other applicable certification
Experience applying security engineering concepts, processes, practices, and procedures on technical assignments, working with several different mission applications
Experience supporting and obtaining an Authority to Operate (ATO)
Analytical and investigation skills
Experience with the VA Risk and Governance Tool (Risk Vision)
Technical/Security: transaction security and virus protection tools, network monitoring tools, development tools, web tools, operating system software, object-oriented coding, network, and VPN tools, database tools, ERP tools, business intelligence tools
Specific Tools: Knowledge of service-oriented architecture. Interfaces (middleware, APIs, SOAP, XML, etc.) to components. Health or data brokering standards (HL7, Remote Procedure Calls, etc.). Note that no coding is required, but an understanding of these concepts is important.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Experience as a VA ISSO or System Steward
eMASS experience a plus
Experience with Microsoft and Linux Server Operating Systems
Experience with Cloud Engineering and Agile/Scrum
Experience in HBSS, ACAS, and NESSUS scanning, analysis, mitigation, and implementation
Experience with cloud migration and security architecture
Experience with event-driven architecture
Evaluation and creation of POA&Ms
CISSP certification
Experience with Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) is a definite plus.
Experience with achieving an ATO for Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and/or Cloud based applications is a definite plus
Well versed in the VA Veteran-Focused Integration Process (VIP) project management methodology and other VA security related reporting methodologies.
Experience with the VA’s Governance, Risk management and Compliance (GRC) Tool, eMASS.
Security certification below preferred.
Preferred: CISSP (ISC2) or CISM (ISACA)
Acceptable: CEH (EC-Council), GSEC (SANS GIAC), or Security+ (CompTIA)
Clearance Required : Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust clearance
Company OverviewGovCIO is a team of transformerspeople who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.Posted Pay RangeThe posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.Posted Salary RangeUSD $125,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr.Submit a referral to this job (https://careers-govcio.icims.com/jobs/4662/cyber-security-expert-%28remote%29/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&iniframe=1&hashed=-1834385473)Location US-RemoteID 2024-4662Category Information TechnologyPosition Type Full-Time