Sr Training Lead

Description

Location: TSA Headquarters, Springfield, VA (Primary, Onsite); Potential other locations Arlington, VA; Herndon, VA; Junction, MD; Colorado Springs, CO

Incumbent contractor has the first right to refusal.

Company Description:

ASG is a Minority Woman Owned, small business with over 15 years' experience in federal government contracting. ASG offers data collection, statistical analysis, Systems Integration and IT Services and support. ASG provides a broad range of technology related services such as software development and integration, mobile apps, AI/ML, Analytics, Data Science, Bigdata, DevSecOps, Digital transformation, cloud, and cybersecurity. ASG is CMMI Level 3 certified for Development and Services, and holds ISO certifications 9001:2015, 20000-1:2011, and 27000:2015.

Job Description:

The Training Lead is responsible for developing, coordinating, and delivering cybersecurity training programs for TSA ISSOs and system owners. This role ensures that all personnel are trained in accordance with federal and TSA-specific cybersecurity policies, including RMF and FISMA requirements.

The Enterprise ISSO Program contract shall provide the TSA IT enterprise with program support and expert ISSO support for accurate FISMA compliance capabilities; support centralized management strategic approach and oversight, standardization, allocation, and reporting; facilitate ISSO and System Owner training; provide program management support; facilitate quality documentation reviews of all TSA FISMA Systems; complete system documentation; and execute day to day RMF and FISMA compliance.

The Enterprise ISSO Program will provide Enterprise ISSO Program Management Support such as management, administration, technical correctness, timeliness, and quality of services and products meet or exceed the requirements specified by TSA. Provide continuous Enterprise RMF Readiness and Quality Documentation Reviews. Use the Risk Management Framework Readiness Guide to identify various RMF deliverables. Provide Enterprise ISSO and System Owner Training Services. Coordinate, facilitate, establish, develop, and deliver a comprehensive training program to educate the TSA cybersecurity workforce.

What You Will Do: 

• Serve as the principal training advisor on all matters related to the security of assigned information systems.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive training program, including content for ISSO and System Owner training sessions.
• Update and manage the ISSO Knowledge Guide and training repository on the TSA SharePoint site.
• Facilitate monthly and quarterly training sessions, ensuring that materials reflect the latest cybersecurity trends, news, and regulatory changes.
• Implement feedback mechanisms to continuously improve training content and delivery methods.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify training needs and develop relevant training modules
• Develop, maintain, and update comprehensive system security authorization documentation.
• Support ongoing authorization (OA) and security control assessment (SCA) activities.
• Facilitate the development and maintenance of Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) in accordance with DHS and TSA policy.
• Ensure compliance with FIPS-199, Privacy Threshold Analysis (PTA), and other NIST guidelines.
• Conduct regular reviews and assessments of system configurations, security plans, and contingency plans.

Requirements

What We Need:  

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with specific experience in government compliance, assessor and ISSO roles.
• OR 8 years of IT cybersecurity experience including direct support for the US Government and 4 years acting as an ISSO, assessor, or compliance analyst
• At least one of the following security certifications including but not limited to: CAP, CGRC, CISSO, CISM, or CISSP. The Government will determine if other applicable certifications are acceptable upon submittal.
• Strong knowledge of NIST RMF, FISMA, and DHS cybersecurity policies.
• Experience using training platforms and content management systems.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Familiarity with DHS compliance tools such as Archer, Nessus, and Splunk.
• Excellent analytical and documentation skills.
• DHS Secret Clearance.

Even Better:  

• Demonstrated knowledge and application of NIST Guidelines and FISMA Cybersecurity compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of ITIL and agile methodologies.

Clearance Level:

DHS Secret Clearance

Additional Information:

At ASG, we value diversity and always treat all employees and job applicants based on merit, qualifications, competence, and talent. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Applicants in need of special assistance or accommodation during the interview process or in accessing our website may contact us by sending an email to careers @ a2-g.com. We will treat your request as confidentially as possible. In your email, please include your name and preferred method of contact, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Perks:

At ASG, we want you to be well and thrive. Our benefits package includes:

• Healthcare Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Education Assistance
• Learning and Development resources
• EOE, including Disability/Veterans