Appian · 4 months ago
Senior Security Analyst (Top Secret)
McLean, Virginia
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expAppian is a software company that automates business processes, and they are seeking a Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Security Analyst to assist federal customers in implementing cybersecurity strategies. This role involves contributing to the security authorization process and gaining hands-on experience with cloud platforms while working closely with experienced security analysts.
Business Process Automation (BPA)Data ManagementDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareInsurTechRobotic Process Automation (RPA)Software
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Learning and Applying RMF Processes: Gaining hands-on experience with the RMF steps, including system categorization, security control selection, implementation, assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring
Supporting ATO and FedRAMP Authorization: Assisting in the preparation of Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages and understanding the FedRAMP authorization process to ensure compliance with federal security standards (FedRAMP)
Collaborating with Senior Analysts: Working closely with experienced security analysts to design and implement security solutions that meet federal requirements
Continuous Learning: Staying updated on the latest federal cybersecurity policies and best practices to effectively support the security authorization process
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in any Engineering discipline, Computer Science, Mathematics, Information Technology, or similar work
An Active Government Clearance (Secret and above, without any limitations) is required for this opening
Ability and interest to maintain an Active Secret-level Government Clearance, with the ability and willingness to perform work within cleared facilities (SCIF work may be required)
You are an expert IT systems administrator building, maintaining, scripting, patching, & managing hosts, databases, and interconnected Cloud services with approximately 2+ years of experience
Benefits
Training and Development
Growth Opportunities
Community
Company
Appian
Appian is a software company that provides digital transformation, low-code application development, and business process management.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$47.5MKey Investors
Novak Biddle Venture Partners
2017-05-25IPO
2014-03-03Series Unknown· $37.5M
2008-07-21Series A· $10M
Leadership Team
Matt Calkins
CEO
Michael Beckley
Chief Technology Officer & Founder
Recent News
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