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Planet Technologies Information Security Compliance and Assessment Specialist in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Planet Technologies, a Microsoft Gold Partner, is looking for a Top Secret and/or Q cleared, highly motivated individual with excellent technical skills to join our team as a Information Security Compliance and Assessment Specialist. This position in a fast-paced, mission-sensitive, highly advanced and integrated IT environment. Experience implementing solutions in sensitive government environments is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
Ensure the implementation of DOE and NNSA cyber security policies and procedures for information systems
Perform process and system evaluations (assessments) to ensure compliance with established policies, processes, procedures, and applicable standards
Validate security control assessments results
Perform a variety of technical and administrative activities related to the function of QA (auditing), including, but not limited to, scheduling, checklist development, report writing, facilitating root cause/lessons learned analysis, and internal/external presentations
Compile, analyze, and report on findings of non-compliance and providing recommendations for improvement
Capture and maintain plans of action and milestones on findings of non-compliance
Track and escalate unresolved non-compliance issues and corrective and preventative action plans to closure
Ensure cyber security tests and assessments are conducted in accordance with established policies and procedures
Formally and informally presents information in group and individual settings
Skills Required
Applicable certification or the ability to obtain it within 6 months; the Information Security Compliance and Assessment Specialist maps to the NICE Cybersecurity Workforce Framework role of Mission Assessment Specialist
Experience with NIST SP 800-53, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and security assessment tools
Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience with Operating System, Virtualization, and Networking technologies
Must be able to demonstrate specialized experience applying the principles, practices, and techniques used by information systems security personnel
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint)
Must have strong attention to detail
Effective verbal and written communication and presentation skills
Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills
Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently, as well as strong interpersonal skills that foster the ability to work effectively on teams, communicate effectively
Essentials
5 years of related experience OR a Bachelors degree and less work force experience
Clearance: Active Top Secret and/or DOE Q clearance
Work Location: 100% on site in Albuquerque, New Mexico
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Planet Technologies is the leading provider of Microsoft Consulting Services to public sector and commercial organizations. Planet has significant experience in deploying business intelligence, cloud services, unified communications, and systems management with an emphasis building, deploying, and managing custom solutions that transform the business operations of federal government agencies.
Planet Technologies does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms and conditions of employment, or practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. Federal Agency Clearance Requirements may require up to a 10 year background investigation - US Citizenship (clearable) is required.
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