A&A Senior Cybersecurity Engineer (REMOTE)

Koniag Data Solutions, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking A&A Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to support KDS and our government customer in Alexandria, VA. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust. 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 an experienced Assessment & Authorization (A&A) Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to support our federal government clients in maintaining security compliance and authorization of their information systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with RMF, FISMA, and federal security compliance requirements. 

Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include but are not limited to:

• The A&A Senior Cybersecurity Engineer will lead and manage the security assessment and authorization process for complex information systems. Key responsibilities include:
• Design, implement, and maintain security infrastructure
• Deploy security tools and technologies
• Troubleshooting security issues
• Lead the development and maintenance of security authorization packages
• Conduct risk assessments and security control assessments
• Develop and review System Security Plans (SSP)
• Create and maintain Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M)
• Perform security impact analyses for system changes
• Guide implementation of security controls and remediation efforts
• Coordinate with security teams, system owners, and stakeholders
• Provide technical guidance on security requirements and compliance
• Support continuous monitoring activities
• Prepare and maintain authorization documentation
• Lead security assessment activities and vulnerability assessments
• Assist in developing security policies and procedures
• Interface with authorizing officials and their representatives

Education and Experience:
Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity with focus on A&A processes
• Current security certification (Security+, CISSP, or equivalent)

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of network and system security
• Expert knowledge of NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Thorough understanding of FISMA requirements and NIST standards
• Experience with security control assessment and implementation
• Proficiency in developing authorization documentation
• Strong knowledge of security control catalogs (NIST 800-53)
• Experience with security assessment and authorization tools
• Excellent technical writing and documentation skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Knowledge of common security tools and technologies
• Experience with vulnerability assessment tools
• Proficiency in risk assessment methodologies
• Strong project management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Desired Skills and Competencies:

• Advanced security certifications (CISSP, CAP, CISM)
• Experience with classified system authorizations
• Knowledge of Cloud Security (FedRAMP)
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices
• Experience with automated compliance tools
• Prior federal government consulting experience
• CMMC framework knowledge
• Experience with continuous monitoring programs
• Security architecture experience
• Knowledge of privacy requirements and controls
• Experience with security orchestration tools
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies

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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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