Advanced Systems Design

Security Control Accessor - 2353

DSR-002353 - Montgomery, AL - Full Time

Advanced Systems Design is seeking a Security Control Accessor for our client located in Montgomery, AL.

This position is onsite in Montgomery, AL, and requires in-person availability starting day 1. 

Job Overview:

  • The Security Control Assessor (SCA or SCAR) resource will assist the client ISO in the assessment of security policies, procedures, templates, standards, guidelines, etc.
  • The SCAR Resource will perform third-party security assessments of Security and Privacy control implementations per Agency Security policy, Federal Regulations, and industry standards.
  • This resource will also interface with external audit teams as audits are performed against client systems.

Required Qualifications:

  • 2-3 years Systems and/or Network Support or Administration experience (with various operating systems, network configurations, and virtual and/or cloud environments)
  • 1-2 years Information/Cyber Security experience, in some capacity
  • Implementing, and supporting security measures for protecting networks, systems, and data
    • including direct or indirect experience with firewalls,
    • intrusion detection systems,
    • encryption,
    • endpoint protection solutions,
    • log aggregation/SIEM tools, or
    • other security products and solutions.)
  • Cybersecurity Principles and Practices
    • Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST SP 800-53,
    • Knowledge of or ability to understand applicable legislation and regulatory landscape.
  • Technical Proficiency
    • Basic understanding/knowledge of operating systems
    • Familiarity with virtual machine (VM) environments, best practice, system and component hardening,
    • Basic network concepts, including firewalls, routers, and switches, VPNs, and other security protocols.
  • Risk Management
    • Knowledge and abilities to of risk assessment tools and methodologies, as well as experience in identifying vulnerabilities and threats to Information Resources.
  • Procedure Development
    • Development and documentation of agency security procedures in alignment with agency requirements through coordination with agency process owners.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 1-2 years Governance, Risk, Compliance Management experience with regulatory compliance such as:
    • HIPAA,
    • CMS,
    • IRS, and
    • SSA requirements
  • along with practical application/implementation of security frameworks like NIST SP 800-53.

Education Required:

  • Bachelor’s Degree – with a major or minor in Information Technology or Cyber Security fields

Education Preferred:

  • Certifications – at least one Cyber Security Industry certification, such as
    • ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional,
    • EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker, etc.

Advanced Systems Design, Inc. is:

  • A leading Information Technology provider for Federal, State & Local government agencies.
  • A certified minority-owned small business government contractor with capabilities related to Public Health IT, Criminal Justice, Transportation, and Defense.
  • A certified service-disabled veteran-owned company with a proud 42-year track record of providing successful innovative solutions for our government customers.
  • A drug-free workplace in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. 
  • Applicants who have a signed offer of employment or contractor agreement are subject to:
    • the pre-employment testing protocol:
      • background investigation
      • drug screening

Our Employees:

  • Are actively working on next-generation technology projects with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, CDC, and a wide array of Federal, State, and Local agencies throughout the United States
  • Are eligible for wide-ranging benefits and perks, including but not limited to:
    • Comprehensive Health Insurance with PPO and HDHP/HSA options
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Short/Long-Term Disability
    • Group Life Insurance - Company Paid
    • Voluntary Life Insurance
    • 401(k) Plan with Employer Match
    • Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick)
    • Holiday Pay - Company Paid Federal Holidays
    • Tuition Assistance
    • Professional Certification Incentive Plan
    • Employee Referral Plan
    • Technology Exposure

For additional information regarding Advanced Systems Design, please check out our WEBSITE  or click HERE for all current job openings.

Advanced Systems Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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