Job Information
Akima Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert - Active Secret Clearance in Fort Meade, Maryland
Overview
Work Where it Matters
Compass Point, an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At Compass Point, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 IƱupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders , Compass Point provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers , Compass Point delivers a broad range of skilled IT services, including data-centric services, software development, IT infrastructure modernization, managed IT services, and more.
As a Compass Point employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
Job Summary:
Compass Point is looking for a Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert to work at Fort Meade, MD.
Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Cyber Security.
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:
The focus of this task is to provide support to the various EM-wide Project leads to ensure all cybersecurity requirements are met and required security controls are selected and implemented to maintain compliance with the Department of Defense (DoD) Risk Management Framework (RMF). This is a support task; any deliverables are Government-generated artifacts that require input and completion on the part of the contractor. Paramount to this task is having the necessary cybersecurity expertise to advise and support the Government Information System Security Manager (ISSM) with required RMF tasks.
The contractor shall provide support for RMF assessment and authorization of DISA RPA PMO Security Architecture and Cloud infrastructure environments, on both classified and unclassified networks.
The contractor shall research and validate compliance with applicable DoD/DISA cybersecurity requirements, directives, regulations, and US laws. Be required to function on both the classified and unclassified networks. Support the utilization of the automated validation capabilities of the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) for preparation of the RMF Package.
Develop and maintain the RMF package quarterly for classified security architectures and infrastructure environments.
Plans, implements and installs security measures to protect computer systems, networks, and data from loss and service interruptions. Analyzes and documents security risks, breaches, and other cyber security incidents and the damage they cause. Develops and implements a network disaster recovery plan and oversees the monitoring of the computer networks for security issues. Installs and operates security software and measures to protect systems and information infrastructure, including firewalls and data encryption programs. Collaborates with the security team to perform tests and find network weaknesses. Researches and keeps current on the latest IT intelligence technologies, trends, and security standards. Performs work independently. Considered a high-level specialist who regularly interacts and works with senior management. Uses advanced techniques, theories, and processes to complete work. Typically requires BA and 12-15 years.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience with Azure Cloud, Threat Hunting, AI/ML.
2+ Years with DoD/DISA cloud security management experience.
Clearance:
- Interim Secret/Final Secret
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).
Job: Information Technology
Travel: Yes, 25% of the time
Organization: Compass Point
Clearance: SECRET
Work Type: Hybrid
Remote: No
ReqID: 2024-12459