Horizontal Talent ยท 5 hours ago
Security Assessor SME
Washington, DC
Contract
Onsite
Mid LevelHorizontal Talent is seeking a Security Assessor Subject Matter Expert to safeguard critical systems through comprehensive security evaluations. The role involves conducting security assessments, collaborating with various stakeholders, and supporting training and awareness activities in a dynamic environment.
Business DevelopmentConsultingStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Sindhu Rajaiah
Responsibilities
Conduct thorough security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and document findings
Collaborate with system owners, developers, and stakeholders to propose effective remediation strategies
Ensure proper tracking and management of plans of action and milestones (POAMs)
Assist in inventory management for security and privacy assets
Support training and awareness activities by developing metrics and reports on program effectiveness
Qualification
Required
Strong understanding of NIST guidance, Risk Management Framework, and key publications like NIST SP 800-37, 800-53, and 800-171
Proven experience in conducting security assessments on federal systems
Ability to assess and mitigate cybersecurity and data privacy risks
Experience in developing compliance programs and advising on related issues
Excellent communication skills for conveying complex regulatory information clearly
Preferred
Familiarity with the system Authorization to Operate process within a federal environment
Basic understanding of federal procurement processes and contract language requirements
Experience in tracking and reporting on training program performance and effectiveness
Company
Horizontal Talent
Horizontal Talent provides staffing services for IT, digital marketing, and strategic markets.
Founded in 2003
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jeremy Langevin
Co-Founder and CEO
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