Sr. Information Assurance Engineer

SMS is seeking a Sr. Information Assurance Engineer to support the DTRA contract at Fort Belvoir. This position advises the AODR, AO, CISO of DoD RMF matters related to systems based on the evaluation of security controls, technical findings and artifacts.

As a dynamic systems integrator, SMS offers proven solutions in engineering, operations, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. With expertise in modernizing and optimizing legacy infrastructure and systems, ensuring operational efficiency, and designing, implementing, and managing secure environments, SMS supports business and mission goals with proficiency, quality, and integrity.

SMS has been serving the advanced information technology needs of the federal government since 1976, delivering talented teams and innovative, cost-effective solutions and services to support our customers’ missions for more than 45 years. SMS is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with offices and on-site operations at customer locations throughout the United States. For additional information on SMS, visit www.sms.com.

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• Coordinate kickoff meetings for IS authorizations and reauthorizations.
• Offer categorization guidance to data and system owners.
• Provide guidance for DoD Information Technology Portfolio Repository (DITPR) and eMASS registration.
• Work with system owners for system categorization and security control selection in accordance with NIST SP 800-53 and CNSSI-1253.
• Support POA&M oversight for the agency to include reviews, approvals, status, mitigation, remediation strategies, and risk acceptance guidance.
• Conduct continuous monitoring security control and technical review per agency schedule for all systems.
• Support the Enterprise Reporting Service (ERS) Score Card submission and the associated reporting requirements to DTRA leadership.
• Host risk management meetings with system owners.
• Notify system owners for ATO, Interim Authority to Test (IATT), Annual Security Review (ASR), and Contingency Plan Test (CPT) due dates.
• Experience in helping federal agencies manage risks associated with operating on-premise and cloud-based information systems in support of the RMF.
• Advise the AODR, AO, CISO of DoD RMF matters related to systems based on the evaluation of security controls, technical findings and artifacts.
• Identify, communicate, and deliver concise, coherent narratives on key issues to peers and the AO/AODR

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree (BS)
• Minimum of 8 years of related experience
• eMASS / ACAS Training and Experience
• Minimum of DOD IAM III
• Active DoD Top-Secret security clearance

Preferred Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of all NIST and CNSSI publications related to RMF and security controls for national security systems (NSS) and non-NSS systems.
• Working knowledge of DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF), DoD IA guidance and policies, and NIST 800 series standards.
• In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with eMASS software supporting the RMF process.
• Working knowledge of ACAS Security Center to include report generation and evaluation of vulnerability and discovery scans.
• Working knowledge of STIG Viewer/ eMASSter to validate STIG checklists and SCAP scans.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment as well as independently.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

SMS is a dynamic systems integrator established in 1976, delivering talented teams and innovative, cost-effective solutions and services to support our customers’ missions for more than 47 years. Our ability to hire and retain quality people in a rapidly evolving IT market is proven through our employee retention rate averaging over 3 years. At SMS, we place a high value on quality of service, customer satisfaction, and best-of-breed policies and practices, resulting in CMMI Level 3 certification and ISO registrations including 9001:2015, 20000-1:2018, and ISO/IEC 27001:2013. SMS is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with offices and on-site operations at customer locations throughout the United States. 

SMS 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.