Expert Security Engineer

Gray Tier Technologies is seeking an Expert Security Engineer to perform as one of the primary FEDRAMP & RMF Engineers for our NGA GEODS contract. NGA GEODS provides integration, design, development, and sustainment for the NGA ODS services. This includes security planning and scheduling; system integration; software development, integration, and test; software release planning and deployment; operations and sustainment; and user migrations from legacy systems. Our Expert Security Engineers will bridge the gap between high-level security policies/requirements and technical/operational implementation of those requirements. Apply Risk Management Framework (RMF) security controls in accordance with regulatory policies. Serve as the security subject matter expert (SME) and will manage the execution of systems security activities for multiple applications. Our customers often come to our unit with a goal in mind, but they need our help to realize it.

• Provide guidance to teams on the A&A Process to include: related security documentation such as systems concept of operations, system security design, implementation plans, operational procedures, and maintenance training materials
• Provide support to development teams for mitigation and management of Plan of action and Milestones (POA&Ms)
• Conducts assessments of existing IT architecture for compliance with security requirements in accordance with regulatory security frameworks (IAW NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 4)
• Provide engineering support and assistance to authorization/accreditation test and evaluation activities
• Evaluate proposed security architectures and designs and provide input as to the adequacy of those security designs to meet required security compliance objectives
• Conduct and review security scans
• Track and mitigate customer system vulnerabilities
• Participate in IAVA Testing and provide recommendations of baseline acceptance of system patches
• Ensure STIG compliance and mitigation
• Provide continuous monitoring support for information systems
• Assist with running vulnerability scans on various applications and provide recommendations for compliance

Qualifications:

• Must have TS/SCI clearance
• Master’s degree plus 4 years experience, Bachelor’s degree plus 6 years experience, Associates degree plus 12 years experience, or a minimum of 15 years experience, in relevant field.
• Extensive experience with Assessment and Authorization(A&A) requirements specifically Authority to Operate (ATO) process and procedures within the Enterprise.
• XACTA experience
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), CompTIA Security+, or other IAT II Certification
• Extensive experience with Security Framework regulations, to include: NIST 800-53; ICD 503, Rev4; CNSS 1253
• Extensive experience with Plan of Action Milestones (POA&Ms) and knowledge of appropriate corrective action for unacceptable risks
• Experience with a variety of systems (e.g. desktop, cloud, etc.)
• Knowledge of Enterprise Security Best Practices (IAW NIST 800-53; ICD 503, Rev4; CNSS 1253)