Information Security Compliance and Assessment Specialist with Security Clearance

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Job description

Information Security Compliance and Assessment Specialist As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen AND an active Top Secret clearance or the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance to be considered. CAN NOT BE A DUAL CITIZEN FOR THIS POSITION, MUST RENOUNCE OTHER CITIZENSHIP IF SELECTED FOR THIS ROLE We are seeking an Information Security Compliance and Assessment Specialist to join a U.S. Department of Energy, National Nuclear Security Administration contract in Albuquerque, NM. In this role, you will serve as a Quality and Compliance Advisor on all matters involving the security of internal information systems. You will have the detailed knowledge and expertise required to provide management with the information and tools to ensure conformance to requirements and improve information assurance quality processes of the organization. You will identify and define areas of non-conformance to requirements and security policies and procedures through ongoing monitoring and assessments. Compensation & Benefits: Estimated Starting Salary Range $100,000-$120,000 for Information Security Compliance and Assessment Specialist: Pay commensurate with experience. Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice. Information Security Compliance and Assessment Specialist Responsibilities Include: Ensuring the implementation of DOE and NNSA cyber security policies and procedures for information systems Performing process and system evaluations (assessments) to ensure compliance with established policies, processes, procedures, and applicable standards. Validating security control assessments results Performing a variety of technical and administrative activities related to the function of QA (auditing), including, but not limited to, scheduling, checklist development, report writing, facilitating root cause/lessons learned analysis, and internal/external presentations. Compiling, analyzing, and reporting on findings of non-compliance and providing recommendations for improvement. Capturing and maintaining plans of action and milestones on findings of non-compliance Tracking and escalating unresolved non-compliance issues and corrective and preventative action plans to closure Validating cyber security tests and assessments are conducted in accordance with established policies and procedures. Formally and informally presents information in group and individual settings. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Information Security Compliance and Assessment Specialist Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: Ensuring the implementation of DOE and NNSA cyber security policies and procedures for information systems Performing process and system evaluations (assessments) to ensure compliance with established policies, processes, procedures, and applicable standards. Validating security control assessments results Performing a variety of technical and administrative activities related to the function of QA (auditing), including, but not limited to, scheduling, checklist development, report writing, facilitating root cause/lessons learned analysis, and internal/external presentations. Compiling, analyzing, and reporting on findings of non-compliance and providing recommendations for improvement. Capturing and maintaining plans of action and milestones on findings of non-compliance Tracking and escalating unresolved non-compliance issues and corrective and preventative action plans to closure Validating cyber security tests and assessments are conducted in accordance with established policies and procedures. Formally and informally presents information in group and individual settings. Active Top Secret Clearance U.S. Citizenship (NO dual citizenship) Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal Company Information: Criterion is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about Criterion, visit Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply. Similar searchable job titles: IT Security Compliance Analyst Cybersecurity Compliance Specialist Information Assurance Analyst Security Risk Assessment Specialist Compliance and Audit AnalystPlease visit for information regarding our Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Statement, and Accommodation request. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

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