Information Assurance (IA) Manager

SciTec has been awarded multiple government contracts and is growing our creative Team! SciTec, Inc. is a dynamic small business with the mission to deliver advanced sensor data processing technologies and scientific instrumentation capabilities in support of National Security and Defense. We support customers throughout the Department of Defense and U.S. Government in building innovative new tools to deliver unique world-class data exploitation capabilities.

SciTec has an immediate opportunity for an Information Assurance (IA) Manager. The IA Manager will be responsible for the accreditation of SciTec's corporate network and secure computing environments, and will lead SciTec's IA team in executing these responsibilities. SciTec is searching for a candidate who will thrive in an environment where they are both expected to take the initiative to solve problems and empowered to see problems through to their conclusion.

Responsibilities

• Defining, executing and directing team efforts to achieve and maintain NIST 800-171 / CMMC and NIST 800-53 RMF accreditations
• Leading the development, maintenance, and continuous evaluation of Information System (IS) security documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Continuity of Operations Plans (COOPs), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Chairing enterprise review boards used to define security relevant system changes, and to assess their impacts to security, contract execution, technical implementations and continuous monitoring activities
• Executing, assessing and improving SciTec's Incident Response policies and procedures
• Conducting cybersecurity controls assessments in accordance with applicable regulatory guidance, including NIST 800-53, NIST 800-37, NIST 800-60, and DoD 8500.01. Managing Plans of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) originating from these assessments.
• Managing teams responsible for collecting security control evidence and updating and maintaining the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) application (eMASS)
• Managing, developing and executing Continuous Monitoring programs for information systems in accordance with NIST 800-53
• Continuously evaluating system security posture, identifying opportunities for improvement, and supporting the implementation of these improvements
• Providing IA support to existing contracts, RFPs and other initiatives
• Conducting corporate reporting releated to IA / Cybersecurity compliance
• Working with SciTec IT to ensure IA assessments inform and prioritize IT infrastructure improvements and projects
• Advising the local SciTec Facility Security Officer (FSO) in ensuring the physical protection of information technology systems, including supporting the deployment of physical security measures such as intrusion detection systems
• Contributing to other corporate security and information assurance activities throughout the company with Security, Facilities, System Administrators, and other stakeholders
• Successful candidates will have strong written and communication skills to maintain a relationship with government counterparts and other mission partners
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Candidates must have an active Secret government security clearance.
• 5 years of experience specifically supporting the compliance of government or contractor information technology systems under the oversight of the DoD or the Intelligence Community
• 4 year degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science or other related field
• Experience managing a team
• Prior experience with NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53 (both DIACAP 8500.2 and Risk Management Framework), and Continuous Monitoring and Risk Scoring (CMRS)
• Ability to evaluate effectiveness, suitability, survivability, and interoperability of systems, relating to cybersecurity and provide key feedback to improve the overall cybersecurity posture
• Ability to research and develop solutions to emerging cyber threats
• Proficient with standard Microsoft Office tools
• Self-starter with ability to work independently
• Ability to understand, explain, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, directives, and procedures.
• Detail oriented
• Good verbal and written communication skills
Candidates who have one or more of the following skills will be preferred
• An active TOP SECRET clearance
• A CISSP (or CISSP Associate) certification, or an alternate qualifying certification satisfying DoD 8570.01M requirements for an Information Assurance Technician Level III or an Information Assurance Manager Level II.
• Prior successful experience as an Information Assurance Manager
• Compliance experience for Azure, AWS, or similar cloud environments

Benefits

SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• 3% Fully Vested Company 401K Contribution (no employee contribution required)
• 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
• 80% company paid Dental insurance
• 100% company paid Vision insurance
• 100% company paid Life insurance
• 100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
• Short-term Disability insurance
• Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
• Discretionary Performance Bonus
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
• Flexible work hours

The pay range for this position is $130,000 - $180,000 / year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.

SciTec is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.