Information System Security Specialist III

Eliassen Group

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Top Secret/SCI
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
IT - Security
Charleston, SC (On-Site/Office)

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Specialist in Information System Security III to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity, engineering, test and evaluation, or assessment and authorization/certification and accreditation. This role requires a deep understanding of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process, Defense Information Assurance & Certification Accreditation Process (DIACAP), and proficiency with IA tools such as DISA Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) or Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS). The candidate will be responsible for maintaining the operational security posture for information systems, developing security policies, and ensuring compliance with change management and configuration control processes.

Key Responsibilities:
Implement and manage the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process to ensure compliance with DoD standards.
Utilize IA tools such as eMASS and ACAS to support security assessments and continuous monitoring.
Evaluate security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing up to classified information.
Supervise and maintain the operational security posture for assigned information systems or programs.
Develop, implement, and enforce security policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with change management and configuration control processes.
Provide guidance and support for the Assessment & Authorization (A&A) and Certification & Accreditation (C&A) processes.
Stay current with security policies, guidance documents, and best practices for achieving Authority to Operate (ATO).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address security issues and implement security solutions.
Conduct security risk assessments and provide recommendations for risk mitigation.

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a technical or managerial related discipline, or a High School Diploma/GED with equivalent experience.
Current Cybersecurity workforce certification/training in accordance with DoD 8570.1M and subsequent DoD 8140.
Five (5) years of practical experience with a Bachelor’s degree, or seven (7) years with a High School Diploma/GED, demonstrating competency in cybersecurity, engineering, test & evaluation, or assessment & authorization/certification & accreditation.
Strong understanding of RMF, DIACAP, and related security processes.
Proficiency with IA tools such as eMASS and ACAS.
Familiarity with security policies and guidance documents for the ATO process.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to evaluate security solutions.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.
Experience in a DoD or government contracting environment.
Knowledge of emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies.
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