Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The Garrett Group is seeking a highly skilled Information Security Specialist to ensure the security and integrity of mission-critical IT systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience securing systems and applications in classified environments, implementing cybersecurity best practices, and ensuring compliance with DoD security policies and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize Xacta or similar security applications for Authorization to Operate (ATO) processes.
• Secure systems and applications across multiple infrastructures, including cloud, hypervisors, and bare metal environments.
• Implement and enforce security policies in compliance with NIST, DoD, and IC regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify and mitigate potential security threats.
• Develop and maintain security documentation, including system security plans and standard operating procedures.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure security is integrated into system architecture and operations.
• Assist with security audits and ensure compliance with government regulations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must possess a current DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification or current DoD 8140 certification.**
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in cybersecurity and system security roles.
• Strong knowledge of Xacta or similar security applications for ATO processes.
• Experience securing systems and applications in cloud, hypervisor, and bare metal environments.
• In-depth understanding of NIST, DoD, and IC security policies and compliance frameworks.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments, vulnerability analyses, and security audits.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

**Approved Certifications for IAT Level II:

• CompTIA Security+
• CCNA Security
• CySA+
• GICSP
• GSEC
• SSCP

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to travel within the Continental United States (CONUS) approximately twice per calendar year.
• Top Secret Clearance with eligibility for SCI access

The Garrett Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race; religion; color, gender identity; sexual orientation; age; national origin; disability; veteran status; or any status or condition protected by law.

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