Control Validation Security Specialist

Role Overview

• Execute comprehensive IT security audits on complex systems in accordance with DoD and Federal requirements.
• Perform security control validation to verify proper implementation and effectiveness of technical, operational, and management controls.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and analyze findings to identify security gaps and risks.
• Support RMF activities including control selection, implementation validation, assessment, and authorization support.
• Evaluate applied security mitigations to determine alignment with security requirements and business objectives.
• Validate project security controls to ensure compliance with DoD contracting system standards.
• Document security findings, risk assessments, and remediation recommendations.
• Maintain and update RMF artifacts and assessment results within eMASS.
• Collaborate with system owners, engineers, and stakeholders to resolve security issues and implement corrective actions.
• Support audits, inspections, and compliance reviews while ensuring accuracy and quality of deliverables.

Requirements

• US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Clearance.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with DoDI 8500.2 and/or NIST SP 800-53, with demonstrated understanding of the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify, evaluate, and resolve security issues.
• Strong skills implementing and configuring networks and network components.
• Working knowledge of Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS).
• Understanding of how to weigh business and mission needs against security risks.
• Experience analyzing applied mitigations to determine whether they meet security requirements.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) concepts and processes.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including bonuses and 401K with 6% matching that vest immediately.