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Joint Research and Development , Inc.

Cyber Security Specialist Job at Joint Research and Development , Inc. in State

Joint Research and Development , Inc., State Farm, VA, US


The Cybersecurity Specialist will provide engineering and cybersecurity support services for engineering analysis, Transportation Security Equipment (TSE) development, configuration control board, technical reviews of deliverables, and other technical documentation (cybersecurity meetings, conferences, and reviews). Provide Cybersecurity subject matter expert (SME) support for vendor coordination of Checked Baggage Technologies (systems and equipment). Provide the TSA's Checked Baggage Technologies Division (CBTD) with cybersecurity SME support consistent with best practices for system security and threat reduction in accordance with Department of Homeland Security's 17 Pillars of Cybersecurity Assurance as well as NIST, DOD and other guidance directed by the TSA customer. The SME shall make recommendations to improve technical designs and equipment implementations resulting in a robust, sustainable security position of Checked Baggage systems. The SME shall provide a Weekly Activity Report (WAR), to TSA leadership. Roles/Responsibilities: Required Skills: SME level experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and obtaining ATOs for systems with varying levels of complexity. Systems engineering or other technical expertise that can provide technical acquisition and technical analysis support to support the acquisition and development of emerging technologies and transportation security equipment being acquired by EBSP. Key elements of support include: Ability to apply system engineering approach to develop and document technical requirements and strategies to support acquisition of Checkpoint related equipment and systems. Provide SME support for developing cybersecurity related input for Request for Information (RFIs), Statement of Work (SOWs), Statement of Objectives (SOOs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), and other activities related to acquisition of material. Configuration Control Board (CCB) skills that include conducting technical reviews of Developmental Engineering Proposals (DEPs) Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Request for Deviation (RFDs), and participation in TSA's CCB process. Ability to provide cybersecurity SME support to review technical deliverables that include developing technical specification, requirements management, reviewing key system development and acquisition documents, and other technical/cybersecurity related documents. Ability to support meetings, conferences, and other EBSP program reviews. Attend and document minutes at EBSP meetings. Must have the ability to assist with the development of standard operating procedures. Experience with internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with security policies. Working knowledge of Cyber Security Assessment and Management (CSAM) tool Strong understanding of Vulnerability & Patch management, including vulnerability identification, assessment, remediation (Tenable Nessus tool) Required Skills and Education: Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Cybersecurity SME (desire 10 years of experience). CISSM is required (desire CISSP). Security Nist 800-53 FISMA Compliance Zero Trust Must have effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to work closely with senior TSA managers. Security Clearance: TSA Suitability DoD SECRET When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees: Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care Disability Insurance 401K Plan Tuition Reimbursement JRAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. PLEASE NOTE: Once you apply, to ensure you continue to receive important updates on your application and status, please add JRAD to your approved email list and/or check your spam and junk mail often for updates.