ISSM - Information Assurance/Security Specialist - Master (Secret)

Company Description  

TMDA partners with Fortune 1000 companies in their talent solutions and Human Resources advisory needs. We provide a consultative approach in partnering with our clients and members of their team. Our Talent Solutions group serve as an extension of the clients; thereby providing compliant growth at a scalable and sustainable rate. 

Job Description 

The ISSM - Information Assurance/Security Specialist - Master (Secret) will work with our GovCon client

Responsibilities:

• Senior SME on an ISSM team that coordinates, reviews, validates, and approves all activities, which contribute to the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) of automated information systems
• Address physical security matters to information assessments, security tests and evaluations, preparation of Contingency Plans, and administration of Life Cycle Management and Configuration Management documentation.
• Assess the vulnerability of Automated Information Systems (AIS).
• Recommend and implement changes to IT systems in accordance with DoD directives.
• Function as a technical specialist and assess the risk management security and contingency planning programs.
• Implement measures to protect data from physical destruction or theft. Ensure that back-up procedures are in place for recovery from loss, destruction of data and program files, or from physical damage.
• Implement SOPs and periodically tests recovery procedures to ensure recovery procedures are operational.
• Develop policy and guidance, and establish implementation and oversight plans to ensure compliance with Risk Management requirements.
• Coordinate the review and evaluation of cyber security programs and effectiveness of implementation; identify problem areas; updates and establishes new requirements in response to new technologies and threats; and make recommendations to achieve a fully compliant IT architecture.
• Develop Systems Security Contingency Plans and Disaster Recovery Procedures.
• Develop and implement training and awareness programs to ensure that systems, network, and data users are aware of, understand, and adhere to systems security policies and procedures.

Qualifications:  

• BS and 12-15 years of prior experience, add'l experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Expert knowledge of NIST SP 800-37, CNSSI 1253, FIPS 199 and NIST SP 800-53
• Expert in Risk Management-Experience doing Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) tracking
• Experience creating metrics
• Expert in Risk Management Framework (RMF) accreditation processes
• Expert in creating presentations and presenting policies, guidance, and procedures regularity
• Knowledge of the DoD Risk Assessment Methodology (DRAM)

Clearance 

• Applicant selected for this position must be able to obtain and/or maintain a security clearance or access.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future. 

Education 

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or a combination of training, certifications, and experience 

Certifications

• DoD 8570 IAM Level III/ IAT Level III Certification

Travel Requirements:  

This position will involves no travel

Additional Information 

TMDA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.