Ref ID: 04510-0010946230Classification: Network EngineerCompensation: $91,000.00 to $125,000.00 per yearOverview ? Ensuring that Stakeholders adhere to Federal Information Assurance policies and procedures to acquire and maintain an Information System's Authority to Operate (ATO) under The Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) of 2002 following NIST 800-53 guidelines and NIST 800-53a security controls assessment practices ? Guide systems engineering design and development toward a "baked-in" security design using Information Assurance best practices as well as specific policies and guidelines ? Expert knowledge and hands-on experience with FISMA Systems, NIST 800-series guidelines, Intelligence Community Directive 503 (ICD 503), Committee on National Security Systems (CNSS) Instructions, FIPS, CA requirements and processes, Continuous Monitoring Framework experience and its tools, Plan of Action Milestones (POA M) policies, and vulnerability/patch management ? Proficient with vulnerability and scanning tools and well-versed in interpreting risk posture resulting from assessment reports. Experience in project management and tracking, and the Microsoft suite of office products Job Responsibilities and/or Success Factors ? FISMA, NIST, and/or CA experiences ? Experience with Tenable's Nessus and/or Security Center, IBM Guardium, HP WebInspect, or Network Mapper is a plus ? Risk assessment experience, especially with NIST 800-53 Threat identification, system security categorization, gap analysis, compliance reporting ? Security analysis experience, especially trend analysis, incident response, encryption ? Security assessment experience doing vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, system hardening, system integration, packet sniffing ? Software development experience a plus given the unit supporting ? Must be able to apply and validate patches ? Develop, track, create and manage POA Ms ? Able to handle site accreditation ? Operational security experience a definite plus ? Security plan knowledge and creation experience a definite plus ? Knowledge of and experience with quality assurance and continuous monitoring ? Experience working in SCIF a plusRequired skills and experience include ? Bachelor's Degree ? Active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret Clearance ? 6+ years of experience in computer science or cyber-related field ? One of the following certifications required: CISSP, CAP, CASP, Security+, GSLC ? Experience using scanning tools/devices ** FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION PLEASE SEND YOUR RESUME DIRECTLY TO [Click Here to Email Your Resume] **Technology doesn't change the world. People do.As a technology staffing firm, we can't think of a more fitting mantra. We're extreme believers in technology and the incredible things it can do. But we know that behind every smart piece of software, every powerful processor, and every brilliant line of code is an even more brilliant person. Leader among IT staffing agenciesThe intersection of technology and people - it's where we live. Backed by more than 65 years of experience, Robert Half Technology is a leader among IT staffing agencies. Whether you're looking to hire experienced technology talent or find the best technology jobs, we are your IT expert to call. We understand not only the art of matching people, but also the science of technology. We use a proprietary matching tool that helps our staffing professionals connect just the right person to just the right job. And our network of industry connections and strategic partners remains unmatched.Apply for this job now or contact our branch office at 888-490-4429 to learn more about this position.All applicants applying for US job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada. (C) 2019 Robert Half Technology. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans.By clicking 'Apply Now' you are agreeing to Robert Half Terms of Use.