Information Systems Security Officer/Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

About SIXGEN
Mission Overview
SIXGEN supports cyber and intelligence missions by serving government and commercial organizations as they overcome global cybersecurity challenges. Our highly skilled operators conduct research and assessments based on real-world threats. We simulate adversaries and malicious actors to report details and actionable findings on critical assets and infrastructures. Our program planners advise mission owners to bring rapid solutions to intelligence mission leaders. Using innovative processes, tools, and techniques, we predict and overcome cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Our successes are supported by our diverse team of experienced, technical talent. SIXGEN is growing our support to mission by adding an ambitious Information Assurance Specialist to our team. SIXGEN, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disabled Employer. At-a-Glance Benefits Information
SIXGEN pays 100% of health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision)
401K with a direct employer contribution of 4% of salary
Company-provided short/long term disability insurance and basic life/AD&D insurance Professional development available (training, certification, education, etc)
Paid Time Off (PTO) at a rate of three (3) weeks plus one (1) day per year of service up to four (4) weeks annually
11 paid holidays per calendar year
and more About the Role
At-a-Glance Job Information
Job Title: Information Systems Security Officer
Job Location: Hanover, MD Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Experience Requirement: 8 years of experience Remote Status: On-Site Education Requirement: Bachelor's Degree in relevant field Certification Requirement: IAT level 2, such as Security + Description of Duties
As an Information Assurance Specialist, you will assist with all areas of information security, such as establishing local security policies and attaining accreditations. You will be responsible for installing, using and maintaining security management software as well as reports that will be produced. You will have excellent analytical, organizational, time-management and communication abilities. Requirements
Risk Management Framework experience Xacta experience
Identifies security risks, threats and vulnerabilities of networks, systems, applications and new technology initiatives
Experience developing, testing, and operating firewalls, intrusion detection systems, enterprise anti-virus systems and software deployment tools
Ability to test and debug programs and scripts, and prepare instruction for use during network exploitation activities
Must have knowledge of current AI policy, tactics, techniques, policy, and doctrine, and relationship to IA reporting requirements and structure Ability to assist in the planning and implementation of requirements
Must have knowledge of a wide range of theories, methods and practices in the subject
Ability to determine which current and suggested architectures have security design flaws, then suggest improvements or modifications Desired Skills
CASP, CISSP or equivalent Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organization and time management skills
Management experience a plus

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