Senior Cyber Security Specialist
220EI - 7331 Howard Ct,Falls Church,VA
Full Time Senior-level / Expert Clearance required USD 122K - 204K
ManTech
Secure our Nation, Ignite your Future
Become an integral part of a diverse team while working at an Industry Leading Organization, where our employees come first. At ManTech International Corporation, you’ll help protect our national security while working on innovative projects that offer opportunities for advancement.
ManTech is seeking a highly motivated and career-oriented Senior Cyber Security Specialist in support of our government customer in Falls Church, VA. This position currently offers a hybrid schedule that is subject to change per customer requirements.
As a Senior Cyber Security Specialist supporting the Defense Health Agency (DHA), you will play a vital role in ensuring the security and integrity of the TMIP-J information systems and data assets. You will be responsible for analyzing, monitoring, and implementing security measures to protect sensitive information and mitigate cybersecurity threats.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Conduct regular assessments of the DHA’s information security policies, procedures, and controls to identify vulnerabilities and areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and Government cyber security team members to develop and implement security protocols, standards, and best practices in alignment with industry regulations and organizational requirements.
- Perform risk assessments and penetration testing to identify and address security weaknesses in hardware, software, and infrastructure.
- Develop and maintain documentation, including security plans, risk assessments, incident response procedures, and security awareness materials.
- Stay abreast of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies in the cybersecurity field to proactively recommend and implement security solutions.
- Participate in security audits, compliance assessments, and certification processes to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Assist senior management with establishing a plan of action for the remediation of weaknesses.
- Provide direct information assurance guidance pertaining to the development and modification of information systems.
- Provide recommendations concerning new and existing projects and assist project managers with security oversight.
- Develop Risk Assessments in accordance with NIST guidance and deliver risk analysis and guidance as needed to leadership
- Develop and track POAMs as required
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.
- At least 7 years of experience in information security analysis or related roles, preferably in DHA
- In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles, practices, technologies, and standards (e.g., NIST, HIPAA, FISMA).
- Experience with security assessment tools, intrusion detection/prevention systems, firewalls, antivirus software, and other security technologies.
- Experience working as an Information Security Analyst with the following tools/processes: ACAS, HBSS, Fortify, STIGs, POA&M, AOR
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders effectively.
- Experience or knowledge of SAFe, Agile, Scrum and Kanban
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with eMASS
- Experience with the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex technical environments and identify security risks.
Certification requirements:
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent are highly desirable
- Secret clearance required
- CompTIA Security+ certification
Clearance requirements:
- A current Secret clearance is required
Physical Requirements:
- The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside an office environment to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
The person in this position will constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine and computer printer.
For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. ManTech may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.
ManTech International Corporation, as well as its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran, Active Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Tags: ACAS Agile Antivirus Audits CEH CISM CISSP Clearance Clearance Required Compliance CompTIA Computer Science eMASS Firewalls FISMA HIPAA Incident response Intrusion detection Kanban Monitoring NIST Pentesting POA&M Risk analysis Risk assessment Risk management RMF Scrum Security analysis Security assessment STIGs Vulnerabilities
Perks/benefits: Career development Health care Insurance Wellness
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