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Cybersecurity Assurance Specialist
ClearanceJobs, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Cybersecurity Assurance Specialist
We are seeking a Cybersecurity Assurance Specialist to join our TekSynap Defense team. TekSynap 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. Responsibilities: Conduct IT audits on complex systems, applications, and enclaves to verify compliance with Federal, DoD, and DLA security standards. Assess security requirements and perform control validation for classified and unclassified networks, applications, and information systems. Support cybersecurity operations by executing procedures to safeguard systems from unauthorized access, misuse, or destruction. Provide technical expertise in vulnerability assessments, risk analysis, network defense, and the application of cybersecurity controls. Assist in evaluating customer systems and recommend enhancements to strengthen security posture. Analyze mitigation strategies to determine their effectiveness in meeting established security requirements. Balance organizational business objectives with security needs to ensure compliant, practical, and resilient protection measures. Required Qualifications: Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with DoDI 8500.2 or NIST SP 800-53 security controls. Strong knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) principles and processes. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying and resolving security challenges. Hands-on experience with the implementation and configuration of networks and network components. Familiarity with security tools and systems such as eMASS, VMS, and DIACAP. Proven experience completing a full RMF submission from initiation through approval. DoD 8570 IAM Level III Baseline Certification: Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) GIAC Security Leadership Certification (GSLC) Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO) DoD 8570 IAT Level II Baseline Certification: COMPTIA Security+ CE Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) COMPTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) Global Industriel Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) Global Information Assurance Certification (GAIC) Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) Certified Network Defender (CND) Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) Clearance - Secret Work Environment and Physical Demands: Locations: Hybrid/Remote with intermit travel to Washington D.C. area Type of environment: Hybrid/Remote 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: 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 required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Work Authorization/Security Clearance: U.S. Citizen Secret clearance Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Equal Employment Opportunity: In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status"). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact hr@teksynap.com for assistance.
We are seeking a Cybersecurity Assurance Specialist to join our TekSynap Defense team. TekSynap 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. Responsibilities: Conduct IT audits on complex systems, applications, and enclaves to verify compliance with Federal, DoD, and DLA security standards. Assess security requirements and perform control validation for classified and unclassified networks, applications, and information systems. Support cybersecurity operations by executing procedures to safeguard systems from unauthorized access, misuse, or destruction. Provide technical expertise in vulnerability assessments, risk analysis, network defense, and the application of cybersecurity controls. Assist in evaluating customer systems and recommend enhancements to strengthen security posture. Analyze mitigation strategies to determine their effectiveness in meeting established security requirements. Balance organizational business objectives with security needs to ensure compliant, practical, and resilient protection measures. Required Qualifications: Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with DoDI 8500.2 or NIST SP 800-53 security controls. Strong knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) principles and processes. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying and resolving security challenges. Hands-on experience with the implementation and configuration of networks and network components. Familiarity with security tools and systems such as eMASS, VMS, and DIACAP. Proven experience completing a full RMF submission from initiation through approval. DoD 8570 IAM Level III Baseline Certification: Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) GIAC Security Leadership Certification (GSLC) Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO) DoD 8570 IAT Level II Baseline Certification: COMPTIA Security+ CE Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) COMPTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) Global Industriel Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) Global Information Assurance Certification (GAIC) Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) Certified Network Defender (CND) Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) Clearance - Secret Work Environment and Physical Demands: Locations: Hybrid/Remote with intermit travel to Washington D.C. area Type of environment: Hybrid/Remote 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: 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 required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Work Authorization/Security Clearance: U.S. Citizen Secret clearance Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Equal Employment Opportunity: In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status"). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact hr@teksynap.com for assistance.