Cybersecurity Assurance Specialist W/Secret Clearance

Responsibilities & Qualifications We are seeking a Cybersecurity Assurance Specialist to join our TekSynap Defense team. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with DoDI 8500.2 or NIST SP 800-53 security controls. Strong knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) principles and processes. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying and resolving security challenges. Hands-on experience with the implementation and configuration of networks and network components. Familiarity with security tools and systems such as eMASS, VMS, and DIACAP. Proven experience completing a full RMF submission from initiation through approval. Demonstrated experience supporting government agencies, customers, or contracts within federal environments. This includes the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Civil agencies, and military organizations. Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the customer environment, requirements, and operational landscape, is highly desirable. Certifications Must have one of the following: DoD 8570 IAM Level III Baseline Certification: Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) GIAC Security Leadership Certification (GSLC) Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO) Must have one of the following: DoD 8570 IAT Level II Baseline Certification: COMPTIA Security+ CE Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) COMPTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) Global Industriel Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) Global Information Assurance Certification (GAIC) Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) Certified Network Defender (CND) Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) Clearance Secret RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct IT audits on complex systems, applications, and enclaves to verify compliance with Federal, DoD, and DLA security standards. Assess security requirements and perform control validation for classified and unclassified networks, applications, and information systems. Support cybersecurity operations by executing procedures to safeguard systems from unauthorized access, misuse, or destruction. Provide technical expertise in vulnerability assessments, risk analysis, network defense, and the application of cybersecurity controls. Assist in evaluating customer systems and recommend enhancements to strengthen security posture. Analyze mitigation strategies to determine their effectiveness in meeting established security requirements. Balance organizational business objectives with security needs to ensure compliant, practical, and resilient protection measures. Overview WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Locations: Hybrid/Remote with intermit travel to Washington D.C. area Type of environment: Hybrid/Remote Noise level: Medium Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs. Amount of Travel: Less than 10% List of Approved States: AL, AK, AZ, AR, CT, DE, FL, GA, ID, IN, IO, KS, KY, LA, ME, MI, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NM, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WV, WI, WY. WAGE INFORMATION Target salary range: $95,000 - $150,000. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined based on several factors, including the individual’s combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The listed salary represents one component of the total compensation package for employees. WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE U.S. Citizen Secret – IT-II (Tier 3) Non-Critical Sensitive Clearance with a favorable NACLC. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. OTHER INFORMATION Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice Additional Job Information TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. Apply now to explore jobs with us at www.TekSynap.com. We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays. TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. 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