Create technical security documentation for performing assessments of systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identify where those systems and networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy. This is achieved through passive evaluations such as compliance audits and active evaluations such as vulnerability assessments. Establishes strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and supports obtaining certification and accreditation of systems. Includes support of process, analysis, coordination, security certification test, security documentation, as well as investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research inspections and periodic audits. Assist in the implementation of the required government policy (i.e., NISPOM, DCID 6-3), make recommendations on process tailoring, participate in and document process activities. Perform analyses to validate established security requirements and to recommend additional security requirements and safeguards. Support the formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results and preparation of required reports. Document the results of Certification and Accreditation activities and technical or coordination activity and prepare the system Security Plans and update the Plan of Actions and Milestones POA&M. Periodically conduct a complete review of each system's audits and monitor corrective actions until all actions are closed.
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Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- Must Have a 0 years of experience with a Master's Degree OR 2 years of experience with a Bachelor's Degree OR 4 years of experience with an Associate's Degree or 6 years of experience with a High School Diploma/GED
- Must have an Active/in-scope Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance with Polygraph
- Must have a CompTIA Security+ certification, Or the ability to obtain this certification within 6 months of starting.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong technical editing background for drafting formal security documentation, test plans, and templates.
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