Intel Security Specialist

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform RMF activities throughout all lifecycle phases, with a focus on Step 5 authorization and continuous monitoring support.

• Conduct STIG assessments using SCAP benchmarks and Evaluate
  
  STIG to ensure compliance with DoD security requirements.

• Perform vulnerability assessments utilizing the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and recommend mitigation strategies.

• Utilize eMASS or XACTA for managing RMF packages, documenting artifacts, and supporting ATO processes.

• Develop and maintain Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), ensuring accuracy and timely updates.

• Support RMF Step 5 authorizations in the role of an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) or Information System Security Officer (ISSO).

• Provide clear, actionable risk reduction recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Manage privileged user compliance documentation, Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF) training, and certification tracking.

• Research, interpret, and communicate Cyber Task Orders (CTOs), ensuring proper implementation and documentation.

• Track RMF documentation requirements and coordinate updates with system owners and responsible POCs.

• Review Interconnection Security Agreements (ISAs) to verify technical details and compliance with ATO boundaries.

• Maintain tracking, control, and destruction of removable media in accordance with Navy and DoD policies.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Active TS/SCI security clearance

• Bachelor of Science in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering

• DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification:
  Category IAT Level II (One of the Following):

  • CCNA Security

  • CySA+

  • GICSP

  • GSEC

  • Security+ CE

  • SSCP

  • CND

  • CASP+ CE

  • CCNP Security

  • CISA

  • CISSP (or Associate)

  • GCED

  • GCIH

  • CCSP

• Minimum of 10 years of full-time professional experience in Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities.

• Demonstrated experience in:

  • Conducting STIG assessments using SCAP/Evaluate
    
    STIG.

  • Performing vulnerability assessments with ACAS.

  • Using eMASS or XACTA for RMF package tracking.

  • Developing and managing POA&M entries.

  • Supporting RMF Step 5 authorizations as an ISSE or ISSO.

  • Communicating risk reduction strategies to stakeholders.

  • Managing privileged user documentation, CSWF requirements, and compliance training.

  • Interpreting and implementing Cyber Task Orders (CTOs).

  • Maintaining and reviewing ISAs.

  • Handling removable media inventories and destruction in compliance with security policies.

We are seeking an Intel Security Specialist to join our team supporting Department of Navy.

Tek Synap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Locations:
  Virginia Beach, VA
• Type of environment:
  Office
• Noise level:
  Medium
• Work schedule:
  
  Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel:
  Less than 10%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly…