Overview

SMS is currnenlty seeking a Subject Matter Expert that has experience in providing knowledge, techniques and/or capabilities related to system IA, certification and accreditation (C&A), documentation, security testing and vulnerability remediation. The position supports the certification and accreditation process for the DoD (Department of Defense) Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) program.

As a dynamic systems integrator, SMS offers proven solutions in engineering, operations, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. With expertise in modernizing and optimizing legacy infrastructure and systems, ensuring operational efficiency, and designing, implementing, and managing secure environments, SMS supports business and mission goals with proficiency, quality, and integrity.

SMS has been serving the advanced information technology needs of the federal government since 1976, delivering talented teams and innovative, cost-effective solutions and services to support our customers’ missions for more than 40 years. SMS is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with offices and on-site operations at customer locations throughout the United States. For additional information on SMS, visit www.sms.com.

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Responsibilities

• Analyze complex network and IA systems in unclassified and classified environments for compliance with DoD and industry best practices security configuration requirements
• Knowledge and experience in the certification and accreditation processes that require the knowledge of DoD Guidance (DoDD 8500.1, DoDI 8500.2, 8520, AR 25-2), DITSCAP, DIACAP, Army Best Business Practices (BBP) and information assurance and auditing
• Subject Matter Expert in ACAS vulnerability scans
• Run daily targeted ACAS scans for the Vuln Mgt Tm on NIPR/SIPR
• Subject Matter Expert in RMF(AF Risk Management Framework)
• Performance of C&A workflow in accordance with RMF requirements, preparation of system-related RMF artifacts, system security engineering, preparation of security test plans and their execution, remediation of system vulnerabilities, and preparation of IA documentation including PPS matrix, POA&M and system security plans
• Writing Standard Operation Procedures (SOP), COOP, Configurations, and other documentation in support of DIACAP as required
• Provide technical evaluation of proposed system(s) and application approaches
• Validation of Information Assurance (IA) Controls
• Maintain an awareness of trends within the Technology Industry
• Position may require up to 20% travel

Qualifications

Minimum Position Requirements:

• Candidate must have experience in managing IT or IA related projects that required extensive and simultaneous documentation and coordination across multiple customers
• Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to work independently as required.
• Experience with STIG Tools
• Five to eight years of progressively responsible IT security consulting experience including recent experience with DIACAP.
• Technical experience in all of the following areas: network infrastructure (Cisco), Microsoft Windows Server 2K3/2K8, UNIX/Linux (SUN/Redhat) or database (Oracle/MS SQL 2005 ). Individual must have high degree of skills with the MS Office tool-sets.
• Must possess refined critical thinking skills, should be a self-starter, may direct the activities of other team members, diplomatic, multi-task capable, adaptive to a dynamic environment, dependable and reliable.
• Prior experience in a government consulting services environment is required
• Bachelor’s degree in an MIS related field and advanced degree is preferred
• Requires an active DoD Secret security clearance
• CISSP certification is required
• Must have Security CE, CYSA , CASP, and/or ACAS certification

SMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.