Job Description and Tasks:
The contractor shall assist, advise, and guide the MARS developers through the Risk Management Framework (RMF). The contractor will apply knowledge and understanding of information assurance (IA) concepts and practices. and procedures using established JC, DoD, and DIA policies and standards to minimize and/or mitigate RMF security risks.
The contractor will review and comment on technical documentation to ensure compliance with security standards and regulations. The contractor will recommend security monitoring solutions as required to meet IA requirements for RMF. The contractor will guide the MARS PMO developers through the successful assessment and authorization of system components to obtain the required authorization to operate.
The contractor will coordinate closely with MARS PMO developers and the DIA/CIO cybersecurity team to support, monitor, test, and troubleshoot software and hardware IA problems related to RMF.
The contractor will use vendor resources in an agile cadence to identify, design, develop, and implement security procedures and security-embedded solutions appropriate to the environment.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Information Assurance, In formation Security System Engineering).
Minimum Experience Required:
8-12 years’ work experience with the Department of Defense. (DoD) or Intelligence Community (IC).
Preferred Experience Required: None specified.
Certifications: Mandatory Certification: Security+ CE.
Professional certifications such as CTSM, CISSP, CCNA are desired but not required.
Security Clearance:
This position requires TOP SECRET clearance/Sensitive Compartmentalized Information (SCI) eligibility with a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Constellation West will not discharge or, in any other manner, discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
About The Organization
Constellation West is an award winning company that delivers Information Technology (IT) engineering services and solutions and non-IT subject matter expertise worldwide. Established in 1997, Constellation West is an industry leader, partnering with key organizations. As a prime contractor or preferred subcontractor, we have a continual list of opportunities to fill nationwide with multiple agencies such as the Department of Veteran Affairs, the Department of Defense, civilian agencies, and the national intelligence community. Many positions supporting the U.S. federal government require our employees to be granted security clearances.
Constellation West strives to provide fully integrated solutions that cover all aspects of system and network engineering, administration, and management. We believe in attracting the right people ready to take on exciting challenges and be part of a dynamic team. Are you one of them? Do you have the expertise and knowledge to solve complex problems? If yes, join us and be a part of an exhilarating work environment that rewards your hard work and dedication. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to make a difference!
Benefits include but are not limited to:
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Competitive Health Benefits
• 11 Paid Holidays!!
• 15 PTO Days!
• Veteran Hiring Preference
Constellation West is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Information Assurance, Information Security System Engineering)
- 8-12 years' work experience with the Department of Defense (DoD) or Intelligence Community (IC)
- Knowledge and application of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and information assurance (IA) concepts and practices
- Experience reviewing technical documentation for compliance with DoD/DIA security policies and standards
- Experience guiding assessment and authorization / authorization to operate processes for system components
- Experience recommending, implementing, and troubleshooting security monitoring solutions and IA problems
- Security+ CE certification (mandatory)
- TOP SECRET / Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility with Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph
- Professional certifications such as CTSM, CISSP, CCNA
- Experience working in an agile environment or using vendor resources in an agile cadence
What We Do
Constellation West is where extraordinary works. A leading provider of mission-critical technology solutions for the U.S. government, Constellation West is one of the fastest-growing service-disabled veteran-owned, women-owned, small disadvantaged businesses in the country. Constellation West is at the forefront of the IT industry, providing critical information technology solutions that make a positive impact on our nation. As a customer-oriented, mission-focused organization, we are totally committed to helping our customers solve their most difficult IT challenges. Backed by our depth and breadth of trusted IT capabilities, subject matter expertise and proven performance, we go to extraordinary lengths to develop cost-effective solutions that maximize efficiencies and capitalize on emerging technologies. Our unique heritage as a service-disabled veteran-owned, woman-owned and small disadvantaged business, combined with our nationally recognized and respected senior leadership team, ensures that professional excellence and personal integrity are at the core of everything we do. Leveraging top-notch technical solutions, we guide our customers on the best course of action to maximize their success every step of the way. Our passion is to make our nation more secure. Our commitment is to get the job done right. With its Headquarters in Washington, DC and Operations Center in Bellevue, Neb., Constellation West supports a wide array of government customers in defense and civilian sectors, including the U.S. Strategic Command, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, Veterans Administration, Environmental Protection Agency, Internal Revenue Service, Department of Agriculture and Small Business Administration.
