IT Security Assessment Authorization Engineer (Hybrid)

A.C. Coy

Overview:

Tier One Technologies has an immediate need for an IT Security Assessment/Authorization Engineer to support our US Government client.
This hybrid Contract-to-Hire position can be based in Falls Church, VA, Morrisville, NC or Eagan, MN.
SELECTED CANDIDATES WITHOUT REQUIRED CLEARANCE WILL BE SUBJECT TO A FEDERAL GOVERNMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION TO RECEIVE IT.

Responsibilities:

Participate in the development and implementation of security policies, standards, and procedures.
Track security violations and identify trends or exposures that could be addressed by additional training, technical measures, or use of application tools to enhance security.
Provide guidance and support to junior cybersecurity analysts and other IT staff on security best practices and procedures.
Monitor and analyze security events and incidents to identify and respond to potential security breaches.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field or equivalent work experience.
8+ years of experience in IT security specializing in assessments and authorizations.
Expertise utilizing ServiceNow, including development and integration.
Prior experience with A&A (Assessment and Authorization); C&A (Certification and Accreditation), compliance and GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) tool.
Excellent communication skills.
Must be able to obtain a Position of Public Trust Clearance.
Be able to pass a drug screening, criminal history, and credit checks.
Must be a US Citizen or have permanent residence status (Green Card).
Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.)