Peraton · 2 weeks ago
Information Assurance Specialist
Bethesda, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$135K/yr - $216K/yr
12+ years expPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. They are seeking a Subject Matter Expert Information Assurance Specialist to provide expert guidance in information assurance and system integration for a large customer organization in the National Security Group.
Information TechnologyRobotics
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide expert guidance in all areas of information assurance, system integration, and program management in order to help the customer make high level decisions about the future of IT systems across the IC
Developing assessment criteria (metrics, measures, key performance indicators) for security requirements and implementation guidance
Participating in external cybersecurity related governance, policy, and standards bodies
Evaluating existing and emerging technologies and recommend strategies to support mission requirements
Providing talking points at a Senior level for Leadership
Act as a SME sounding board for discussions on future IT enhancements, developments and influence real decisions on future IT directions
Provide input and guidance on current and future IC SoCCs
Provide feedback on integration activities across the entire IT portfolio
Provide cutting edge input on areas of future investment for the customer
Qualification
Required
TS/SCI with Poly
Experience in cybersecurity responsibility areas listed above
Requires BS degree and 12-15 years of prior relevant experience. Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Detail-oriented, ability to consistently provide high-quality products that are concise, thorough, and accurate
Requires extensive experience performing Assessment & Authorization with Greenlight
Preferred
Familiarity with SCOR/CIRT/SCEC waivers/ICSCC reporting/Jetstream/Xacta/Altitude
Benefits
Heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents
25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap
Eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Health savings account
Short/long term disability
EAP
Parental leave
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
Company paid holidays
Company
Peraton
Peraton Fearlessly solving the toughest national security challenges.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Thomas Terjesen
Chief Information Officer
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