Senior STIG Compliance Specialist*

Location: Adelphi, MD

Required Clearance: Top Secret

Certifications: IAM ll Level

Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

Required Experience: Minimum of 8+ years of experience in IT compliance, cybersecurity, or a related field, with a focus on STIG compliance.

PingWind is seeking a Senior STIG (Security Technical Implementation Guide) Compliance Specialist who is responsible for leading efforts to ensure the organization's IT systems and applications adhere to Department of Defense (DoD) security standards. This role involves conducting advanced compliance assessments, implementing complex security controls, and providing strategic guidance on maintaining STIG compliance. The Senior STIG Compliance Specialist plays a key role in enhancing the organization’s security posture and ensuring ongoing compliance with federal regulations.

Typical Responsibilities/Tasks:

· Lead and conduct comprehensive compliance assessments of IT systems, applications, and networks against applicable STIGs.

· Identify, document, and prioritize security vulnerabilities and non-compliant configurations.

· Develop and oversee remediation plans to address identified vulnerabilities.

· Design, implement, and configure advanced security controls to meet STIG requirements.

· Provide expert technical guidance and support for the implementation of security controls.

· Lead and mentor junior compliance specialists and IT staff on STIG compliance best practices and procedures.

· Maintain detailed and comprehensive documentation of compliance activities, including assessment findings, remediation actions, and status reports.

· Prepare and present high-level compliance reports to executive management and regulatory authorities.

· Experience with advanced compliance assessment tools and techniques.

· Proficiency in configuring and securing complex IT systems in accordance with STIG requirements.

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.

· Top Secret

· IAM II Level

· Master’s Degree

PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is a VA CVE certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with offices in Washington DC and Northern Virginia. www.PingWind.com

Our benefits include:

Paid Federal Holidays

Robust Health & Dental Insurance Options

401k with matching

Paid vacation and sick leave

Continuing education assistance

Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program through Sun Life Financial EAP Guidance Resources

Veterans are encouraged to apply

PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.