Security Operations Lead

The Security Operations Lead manages security and information assurance (IA) compliance as it applies to development, engineering, and architectural design standards for all of the Department of State (DOS or Department), Bureau of Consular Affairs’ (CA) non-production and production operating environments.

• Supports CA/CST’s security architecture, while maintaining its scalability and cohesiveness, as well as its ability to adapt to new technologies and new threats.
• Review application/database scripts for security violations
• Review databases for compliant security posture and violations
• Review POA&Ms, and create remediation scripts for IVV testing and deployment
• Review roles and privileges submitted through access approval, keeping with the least privilege theory
• Participate and fulfil the needs of the Authority to Operate (ATO) process, including annual security assessments, boundaries, database security, etc.
• Resolves database-level security issues, such as POA&Ms and Cyber Incidents.
• Ensures that all database system components are operational, secure, accurate, current, and in compliance with DOS technical security foundations.
• Develop and maintain all security documentation for which the security operations team is responsible (e.g. Interconnection Security Agreements (ISA), System Security Plans (SSP), Information System Contingency Plans (ISCP), Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA), etc.).
  
  
  

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a similar Information Technology Field.
• 10 years of experience leading programs with similar scope and complexity with multiple simultaneous projects.
• 10 years of hands-on experience with at least 3 or more of the following Oracle, SQL Server, .NET, JAVA, engineered systems, cloud technologies, data integration, automated testing and deployments, and DevSecOps experience.
• 6 years of experience supervising technical teams with 4 or more members.
• 5 years of experience with all phases of IA and accreditation processes, securing IT systems and services using Government and industry IA standards, policies, guidelines, and best practices.
• Demonstrated experience successfully managing information security risks to include completing the entire A&A process, including receiving Authority to Operate (ATO) for the cloud.
• In depth knowledge of NIST 800-53(rev4 and 5) and RMF.In-depth experience in implementing security controls in the above-mentioned products and platforms.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Industry-recognized technical and/or business certifications, such as Oracle Certified Master, IBM Certified Solution Developer, or Oracle Certified Professional
• Demonstrated experience with encryption devices and procedures as they relate to data at rest.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Active Secret clearance; Top Secret preferred.
  
  
  

Preferred

• Strong understanding of Department of State technical environments, policies, and acquisition processes. (5 years)
• Prior experience managing programs under CIO-SP3, Evolve, or other enterprise-wide vehicles.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align IT delivery to mission outcomes.
• Knowledge of federal information security standards (FISMA, NIST, FedRAMP)
• ITIL certification and/or Agile Program Management experience.
  
  
  

Integral partners with federal defense, intelligence, and civilian leaders to tackle their most important challenges and deliver positive outcomes. Since our founding in 1998, we have helped clients leverage existing and emerging technologies to transform their enterprises, empower growth, drive innovation, and build sustainable success. The forward-leaning solutions we deliver are tailored to each mission with a focus on keeping our nation safe and secure.

Integral is headquartered in McLean, VA and serves clients throughout the country.

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package including paid parental leave and immediate vesting in our 401(k). Give us a try and become part of a curated group of professionals at Integral Federal!

Our package also includes

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Earned Bonuses & Awards
• Professional Training Reimbursement
• Paid Parking
• Employee Assistance Program
  
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability