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OCT Consulting, LLC

Sr. IT Security A&A Specialist (0036)

OCT Consulting, LLC, Suitland-Silver Hill, Maryland, United States,


Sr. IT Security A&A Specialist (0036)OCT Consulting, LLC is an SBA-certified, 8(a) small business management and technology consulting firm that provides support to Federal Government clients. We provide consulting services in the areas of Strategy, Process Improvement, Change Management, Program and Project Management, Acquisition/Procurement, and Information Technology.OCT is currently looking for a

Sr. IT Security A&A Specialist.

This is a hybrid position requiring at least 3 days per week onsite in Suitland, MD.The Ideal candidate will have experience with IT tools, systems, and reporting mechanisms and requirements for A&A and experience in information assurance, e.g., accreditation, security testing and evaluation.Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:Participate in the assessment of low, moderate, and high impact information systems to include Cloud service offerings.Complete comprehensive test plans for identified security controls following NIST 800-53a, Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) guidance, and/or agency-specific guidance.Produce complete, accurate, and timely findings reports using client defined templates.Review and analyze needed updates to existing set of security documents (e.g., system boundaries, privacy impact assessments (PIAs), system security plans (SSP), risk assessments (RA), memoranda of understanding, interconnection security agreements, contingency plans (CP), etc.)Maintain currency on latest security vulnerabilities and options for mitigation.Develop risk mitigations and recommendations for identified security assessment findings.Review system categorization and associated controls. Maintain currency in federal cybersecurity policy, e.g., Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Memorandum, NIST Special Publications, and FedRAMP.Requirements:10+ years experience with NIST RMF.Proficiency in all steps in the RMF framework, expert in NIST special publications such as 800-53 & 800-17.Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.At least one of the following certifications: CAP, GIAC, GSLC, CISM, CRISC, CISSP, or CASP.Must be a US Citizen.Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance (the investigation will involve a credit, fingerprint, and law enforcement agency check).Benefits:The position includes competitive compensation and a full suite of benefits:Medical, Dental, and Vision insuranceRetirement savings 401K plan provided by an industry leading provider with 3% employer matching contributions.Paid Time OffLife Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefitsTraining BenefitsSalary:

$120,000-140,000 to commensurate with experience, education, etc.About OCT:OCT Consulting LLC is a certified SBA 8(a), minority owned, small, disadvantaged business providing professional services and Information technology solutions to the federal government and commercial clients. Founded in 2013, we bring the advantage of agility in operations along with a management team with a track record of leading successful engagements at major federal government agencies.OCT is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. OCT is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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