Security Accreditation Specialist (Full Scope - SME)

12 Nov 2024

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Security Accreditation Specialist

Reston, Va.

TS/SCI Full Scope Polygraph – Required

Expert Level 11- 16 years

Or

SME Level – 16 + years The candidate shall provide support for enterprise network security initiatives, and authorization and accreditation efforts for enterprise network infrastructure packages. They will develop and provide documents required in support of network changes and those required in support of the Sponsor’s authorization and accreditation process. Leading Path Consulting is searching for an Assessment and Authorization Certification Officer (AACO), formerly known as Certification and Accreditation Certification Officer (CACO) to advise and assist the stakeholders with the Lifecycle Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process and developing a Systems Security Plan (SSP). The AACO will monitor and track projects in the A&A test queue; read and analyze SSPs and develop an understanding of the customer systems and applications. In addition, coordinate A&A actions and system testing with appropriate security personnel; develop risk assessment, recommend mitigating countermeasures, and write short, succinct risk assessment and certification reports for submission to the Chief Information Officer.

Main Responsibilities: • Function as A&A project register, managing the A&A registration process. • Monitor and track projects in the A&A test queue. • Maintain a document repository where A&A project documentation is stored. • Record/register actions concerning project approvals to operate in the A&A database. • Read and analyze SSPs and develop understanding of systems and applications. • Coordinate A&A actions and system testing with appropriate security personnel. • Assemble and submit A&A packages to Principal Accreditation Authority/ Designated Accreditation Authority

Requirements

1. Knowledge of risk management methodology.2. Knowledge with managing document repositories in databases.3. Knowledge with the use of process tracking and document control software.

Benefits

Leading Path is an award-winning Information Technology and Management Consulting firm focused on providing solutions in process, technology, and operations to our government and Fortune 500 clients. We offer a professional work environment with a strong work-life balance. Leading Path provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, 401K, tuition reimbursement and opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

  • ID: #22612416
  • State: Virginia Reston 20190 Reston USA
  • City: Reston
  • Salary: USD TBD TBD
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Showed: 2021-11-12
  • Deadline: 2022-01-10
  • Category: Et cetera