PBG · 5 months ago
Security Specialist
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expPBG is a company focused on providing mission-driven solutions for federal agencies. They are seeking a Security Specialist to support a federal web-based system, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity requirements, monitoring vulnerabilities, and maintaining security documentation.
ConsultingInformation TechnologyProject Management
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Assist in maintaining system Authority to Operate (ATO) under applicable federal cybersecurity frameworks
Monitor and report on system vulnerabilities and track remediation efforts
Support updates to the System Security Plan (SSP), Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M), and related documentation
Monitor and address findings from Tenable scans, automated tools, and manual testing
Facilitate required security patching, coordination with system engineers, and verification of remediations
Maintain audit readiness for all environments in line with federal cybersecurity posture
Submit weekly and monthly reports on security issues, ATO status, and vulnerability remediation activities
Collaborate with internal project teams and Information System Security Officers (ISSOs) to ensure compliance with federal mandates (e.g., NIST 800-53, FedRAMP)
Provide security-related documentation and reporting to stakeholders as requested
Develop an understanding of the system architecture and business processes
Participate in weekly project status meetings
Attend additional meetings as required
Contribute to the testing of new software releases to assess security impact and support secure implementation
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5–7 years of federal IT security experience
Hands-on experience supporting FISMA-compliant systems and working with NIST 800-53 controls
Strong understanding of system accreditation, vulnerability management, and patch tracking
Bachelor's Degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related technical field
Security certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CISA, or similar) required
Preferred
Familiarity with federal cybersecurity policies and governance processes preferred
Benefits
401K Retirement Plan
Medical Plan options with significant financial investments from PBG
Prescription benefit plan
Dental and Vision coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Short term / Long-term disability
Supplemental group life and AD&D options
Yearly Bonuses
Generous Paid Time Off / Paid Holidays
Career/Professional Development Program
Spot Bonus Program
Company
PBG
PBG delivers mission-focused technology solutions that drive efficiency, security, and transformation.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Pawla Ghaleb
CEO and Founder
Vanessa Soon
Chief Executive Manager & Chief Technology Officer
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