Security Control Assessment Lead Information Systems Security Engineer (REMOTE)

Koniag Data Solutions, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking Security Control Assessment Lead Information Systems Security Engineer to support KDS and our government customer in Alexandria, VA. This is a Remote opportunity. 
 
We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

Koniag Data Solutions (KDS), a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Lead Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to provide technical leadership for our Security Control Assessment (SCA) programs. This senior-level position will be responsible for leading complex security engineering initiatives and providing technical guidance for security assessment activities. 

Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:
The Lead ISSE will:

• Design, implement, and maintain security infrastructure.
• Deploy security tools and technologies.
• Troubleshooting security issues.
• Perform security assessments and audits.
• Provide technical leadership for security control assessment activities
• Design and implement security architecture solutions
• Lead security engineering teams in assessment implementations
• Develop and maintain security assessment methodologies
• Evaluate complex systems for security compliance
• Direct technical aspects of security authorization processes
• Lead security testing and validation efforts
• Provide expert guidance on security control implementation
• Oversee system security engineering activities
• Review and approve technical security documentation
• Lead technical discussions with stakeholders
• Develop security requirements and specifications
• Guide implementation of security solutions
• Mentor junior security engineers and analysts
• Support continuous monitoring programs

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (Master's preferred)
• 10+ years of experience in information systems security
• 7+ years of experience in security control assessments
• 5+ years of technical leadership experience
• Extensive experience with federal security requirements

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of network and system security.
• Experience with cybersecurity tools and techniques.
• Expert knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 controls
• Deep understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Strong experience with security engineering principles
• Expertise in security architecture design
• Advanced knowledge of security testing methodologies
• Strong understanding of network security
• Experience with cloud security architectures
• Proficiency in security tool implementation
• Expert knowledge of security documentation requirements
• Strong technical writing abilities
• Leadership and mentoring skills
• Project management experience
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Excellence in stakeholder communication
• Knowledge of federal security requirements

Desired Skills and Competencies:

• CISSP, CISM, or equivalent certifications
• Experience with FedRAMP assessments
• Knowledge of CMMC requirements
• Cloud security certifications
• Experience with automation tools
• Background in DevSecOps
• Knowledge of emerging security technologies
• Experience with security tool development
• Understanding of AI/ML security implications
• Familiarity with container security
• Experience with incident response
• Knowledge of privacy engineering
• Public speaking experience
• Experience with red team/blue team exercises
• Background in federal government contracting

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Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.
 
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