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Senior Information Assurance Specialist
$87,100 - 157,450
39529, Stennis Space Center
$87,100 - 157,450
Requirements
Must:
- Proven experience in a combined role of system administration and information assurance.
- Demonstrated experience in Information Assurance positions such as Information System Security Manager (ISSM), Information System Security Officer (ISSO), or Security Control Assessor (SCA).
- Experience in documentation creation for Authority to Operate (ATO) management.
- Proficient with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) tools for compliance tracking.
- In-depth knowledge of the Navy Risk Management Framework (RMF) process.
- Holds one or more relevant certifications such as Security+, CISSP, CISM, or CAP.
- Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
- Strong communication skills, able to convey complex IA concepts to diverse audiences.
- U.S. citizenship is mandatory.
- Must hold a valid U.S. passport and be open to extensive travel.
- Currently possess and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.
Responsibilities
- Execute ISSM/ISSO duties as the lead IA subject matter expert, reviewing system audits and proposing strategic enhancements for overall security.
- Develop, manage, and keep current all documentation critical for securing and maintaining a systems Authority to Operate (ATO), ensuring precise evidence is compiled for ATO requests and extensions.
- Identify, monitor, and manage all configuration changes, implementing and validating system security controls to ensure compliance using STIGs and SCAP.
- Conduct thorough maintenance on multiple core IT systems, including IA scans, applying patches, managing configurations, replacing hardware, and updating software.
- Perform field maintenance and system grooming to optimize performance, providing additional IA support and assisting with installations and testing as required.
Description
We are the Undersea Systems Division (USD) at Leidos, seeking a proactive and skilled Senior Information Assurance (IA) Specialist to be a pivotal subject matter expert for essential IT systems located at Stennis Space Center, MS. This is an exciting opportunity for a mid-career IA/IT professional eager to leverage their hands-on expertise in a dynamic setting. At Leidos, we value commitment and innovation, offering competitive compensation, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and opportunities for growth within our global team of 47,000 employees. We encourage all qualified professionals who thrive in challenging environments to consider joining us.
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