IV&S Specialist with technology expertise

- Conduct Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) for infrastructure and applications, focusing on cybersecurity WAN risk assessments - Evaluate cybersecurity measures for enterprise environments across the Intelligence Community - Perform thorough technical assessments and analyze vulnerability scans to ensure compliance with relevant security guidelines - Conduct manual audits of virtualized infrastructure platforms and network-attached storage (NAS) in Intelligence Community settings - Assess adherence to IC Directives, STIGs, SRGs, and NIST 800-53/800-171 controls related to virtualization and storage systems - Execute independent manual STIG checklist reviews for leading virtualization technologies and devices - Analyze risks and potential attack vectors related to virtualized environments and storage architectures - Provide technical recommendations to enhance the security posture of virtual infrastructure - Collaborate with virtualization administrators, storage teams, and management to share findings and remediation strategies - Mentor junior IDRs in conducting inspections and risk analyses - Stay updated on emerging threats and best practices in virtualization and storage security - Participate in planning, execution, and reporting of inspections and deliver clear assessments - Travel as needed to support onsite inspections, averaging 8-12 weeks per year including potential international travel