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Information Assurance Specialist with Security Clearance - , MD, United States - SixGen Inc.
SixGen Inc.
, MD, United States
2 weeks ago
Description
About SIXGENMission Overview
SIXGEN supports cyber and intelligence missions by serving government and commercial organizations as they overcome global cybersecurity challenges
Our highly skilled operators conduct research and assessments based on real-world threats
We simulate adversaries and malicious actors to report details and actionable findings on critical assets and infrastructures
Our program planners advise mission owners to bring rapid solutions to intelligence mission leaders
Using innovative processes, tools, and techniques, we predict and overcome cybersecurity vulnerabilities
Our successes are supported by our diverse team of experienced, technical talent
SIXGEN is growing our support to mission by adding an ambitious Information Assurance Specialist to our team
SIXGEN, Inc
is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disabled Employer
At-a-Glance Benefits Information
SIXGEN pays 100% of health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision)
401K with a direct employer contribution of 4% of salary
Company-provided short/long term disability insurance and basic life/AD&D insurance Professional development available (training, certification, education, etc)
Paid Time Off (PTO) at a rate of three (3) weeks plus one (1) day per year of service up to four (4) weeks annually
11 paid holidays per calendar year
and more About the Role
At-a-Glance Job Information
Job Title:
Information Assurance Specialist
Job Location:
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
Clearance Requirement:
TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
Experience Requirement: 5 years of experience
Remote Status:
On-
Site Education Requirement:
Bachelor's Degree in relevant field
Certification Requirement:
IAT level 2, such as Security + Description of Duties
As an Information Assurance Specialist, you will assist with all areas of information security, such as establishing local security policies and attaining accreditations
You will be responsible for installing, using and maintaining security management software as well as reports that will be produced
You will have excellent analytical, organizational, time-management and communication abilities
Requirements
Risk Management Framework experience Xacta experience
Identifies security risks, threats and vulnerabilities of networks, systems, applications and new technology initiatives
Experience developing, testing, and operating firewalls, intrusion detection systems, enterprise anti-virus systems and software deployment tools
Ability to test and debug programs and scripts, and prepare instruction for use during network exploitation activities
Must have knowledge of current AI policy, tactics, techniques, policy, and doctrine, and relationship to IA reporting requirements and structure Ability to assist in the planning and implementation of requirements
Must have knowledge of a wide range of theories, methods and practices in the subject
Ability to determine which current and suggested architectures have security design flaws, then suggest improvements or modifications Desired Skills
CASP, CISSP or equivalent Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organization and time management skills
Management experience a plus