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Are you an Information Assurance expert looking to advance your career while living in a place most people only get to visit? SMX is seeking a talented Information Assurance Analyst to join our dedicated team in beautiful Key West, Florida.
This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to play a vital role in protecting our nation's security. As a key member of our team, you will be a hands-on technical assessor, responsible for executing the detailed security compliance work that underpins the security of critical information systems for our clients, including USSOUTHCOM and its Component Commands.
This position requires an Active DoD Top Secret with the ability to obtain SCI clearance which requires US citizenship for work on DoD contracts.
Application Deadline: March 30, 2026
This position is onsite in Key West, FL
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
As an Information Assurance Analyst, you are the technical engine of our security assessment process. Your responsibilities will include:
Execute Security Control Assessments: Assess and document the compliance of NIST 800-53 security controls for multiple Assessment and Authorization (A&A) packages within eMASS, providing the foundational analysis for the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process as directed by team leadership
Develop Compliance Documentation: Author security control implementation statements, gather evidence, and develop security policies You will be responsible for validating and uploading all compliance artifacts to the official record in eMASS
Analyze Scan Data: Analyze vulnerability and compliance scan reports from tools like ACAS and Nessus, using the data as evidence to support your security control assessments and document deficiencies
Manage Device Approvals: Own the end-to-end approval process for Portable Electronic Devices (PEDs) You will vet requests for personal, medical, and operational devices against policy and coordinate the signature approval workflow
Identify and Report Deficiencies: Document control deficiencies and non-compliance within your assessment reports in eMASS, providing the objective data necessary for the creation of Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms)
Ensure Data Accuracy: Identify and flag outdated or inaccurate system information (eg, hardware/software lists) within A&A databases to the ISSM for correction, ensuring the integrity of our records
Collaborate and Report: Actively engage with engineers and system administrators to acquire necessary evidence, and report your assessment status and progress to the Site Lead and ISSM
Required Skills/Experience
- Active DoD TS/SCI
- A Bachelor's Degree in a computer or systems science discipline (or equivalent relevant experience)
- At least three (3) years of progressive, relevant experience in Information Assurance
- DoD Information Assurance Management (IAM) Level II certification
- A strong understanding of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and DoD IA policies (eg, CJCSM 651001)
- Experience working with US DoD commands
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative, team-first attitude
Desired Skills/Experience
- Bonus Points (Desired Qualifications)
- Previous experience as an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) or DOW Systems Administrator
- Hands-on experience with security management tools such as eMASS, Telos, or Xacta
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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).
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SMX is a global technology and advanced engineering provider specializing in Cloud Solutions, C5ISR, and Advanced Engineering / IT. Our tradition of delivering innovative, technical solutions dates back to 1995, however, you may know us better by one of our legacy company names: Trident Technologies, Smartronix, Datastrong, or C2S Consulting Group. With the support of OceanSound Partners, our private equity investment sponsor, we began operating as one business starting in 2019 and became SMX in 2021. We operate in close proximity to our clients around the globe and have core locations in Alabama, California, the DC Metro, Florida, Hawaii, Maryland, and Massachusetts. Today, as SMX, we are one team and together empower government and commercial enterprises to become more effective, innovative, and resilient, no matter what challenges they face. SMX offers competitive benefits, excellent work environments, and growth opportunities for our employees while continuing to expand operations and support our communities. We have more than 25 years of rapid and consistent growth with continuous recognition as an employer-of-choice technology company. In addition, we have earned coveted industry quality and business certifications; have a strong commitment to business partnerships, ethics, compliance, and sustainability; and have a multitude of premier contracting vehicles. The combination of these attributes allows us to provide sound, repeatable business solutions yet remain flexible and agile to quickly adapt to specific customer requirements. Committed to ensuring the highest levels of customer satisfaction, SMX is structured around the programs and technologies we support to provide optimal and seamless operations. We have maintained a reputation for excellence, helping to assure the missions of our Department of Defense, Public Sector, Fortune 1000, and other Government and commercial customers.
