Information Assurance Security Specialist – Audit Support Services

Information Assurance Security Specialist – Audit Support Services

This position requires an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance.

Criterion Systems is seeking an Information Assurance Security Specialist to provide audit support that manages NGA’s preparation for, execution of, and response to external cyber audits such as Command Cyber Operational Readiness Inspection (CCORI), Command Cyber Readiness Inspection (CCRI), Cybersecurity Service Provider (CSSP), Federal Information Systems Controls Audit Manual (FISCAM) audits.

Compensation & Benefits:

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 Assurance Security Specialist – Audit Support Services Responsibilities Include: 

• Ensure the Cybersecurity Operation Cell (CSOC) is prepared to successfully pass inspections and audits at all times; this includes but is not limited to identifying the audit criteria for CCRI/CCORI, FISMA, FISCAM, and CSSP audits
• Review regulations, directives, guidance, grading criteria, regulations, and other documents and products as required to identify applicable cybersecurity standards and inspection criteria;
• Perform self-assessments of CSOC services to identify deficiencies, gaps, or other issues and provide remediation recommendations to the Chief of Cyber Readiness
• Coordinate and collaborate with other Contracts, Government entities, and activities to identify and remediate any findings outside the direct control of TCS staff
• As required, provide status briefings and reports to the Government on the status of findings and remediation status
• Regularly attend meetings held both internally and community-wide
• Develop, update, and maintain, dashboards, charts, documents, reports, and other products as required to accurately depict NGA’s audit readiness
• Provide input to the Weekly CSOC Status Report
• Coordinate and collaborate with any internal or external stakeholders (government and contractor) as needed or directed by the government in support of this service
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Information Assurance Security Specialist – Audit Support Services Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: 

• Active TS/SCI security clearance
• A minimum of 6 years demonstrated experience supporting an IC or DoD agency in an auditor role
• IAT Level II certified
• Willingness to obtain CSSP Auditor certification within 6 months of joining the team
• Considerable experience preparing organizations for CCRI/CCORI, CSSP, and FISMA audits
• Strong understanding of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework
• Working knowledge of DOD Cybersecurity Services Evaluator Scoring Metrics (ESM) V.10
• Working knowledge of DoDIN Inspection Coordination Guides
• Working knowledge of DoDIN Inspection Pre-Deployment Checklists
• Working knowledge of the areas of CCORI to include, but not limited to, DCO-IDM effectiveness, Traditional Security STIG checks, Contributing Factors and CND Directive scoring
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity compliance policy, governance, programs, processes, and metrics.
• Excellent verbal and writing skills with the ability to write clear and concise assessment reports
• Demonstrated experience providing briefings to an executive audience.
• 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.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Similar searchable job titles:

• Audit Support Specialist
• Cybersecurity Operations Specialist
• Information Security Specialist

Keywords:

• IAT II
• CSSP
• CCORI
• FISCAM
• Cybersecurity Framework

Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. 

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen AND an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance.