Information Security Specialist

• Prepares, maintains, and implements system security plans for high-visibility production systems
• Ensures implementation of security measures by conducting interviews and table-top exercises
• Performs various Information Assurance support functions in support of the client's applications
• Advises on processes that align with the Risk Management Framework
• Develops and implements security controls based on FISMA and NIST 800-53 guidelines
• Coordinates with IT leads from partner agencies/components to identify opportunities to collaborate in the development and/or leveraging of IT capabilities
• Develops and implements Authority to Operate
• Conducts IT audits and information systems and network connections security
• Provides security guidance to and interprets security policy for project development teams

Dev Technology Group is recruiting for a Senior Information Security Specialist who wants to join a dynamic, mission-oriented team to support applications that have been deployed in AWS. The most successful candidate will have proven experience and knowledge securing systems in AWS - we need you to talk tech!, * Bachelor's Degree required

• At least 7 years of experience securing government IT systems

• Strong working knowledge of the RMF

• Experience providing security guidance to systems deployed in AWS

• Ability to work in a collaborative environment as well as manage individual tasks

• Demonstrates understanding of the technical components of an information system environment

• Understanding of Java, Angular, Spring, Containerization, and AWS-related technologies

• Understanding of Zero Trust Architecture

Outstanding communications skills---both written and oral

Innovative team player always looking for opportunities to bring the team to the next level

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Experience working on ISAs, PKI, Security plans, and audits
• One security certification (Security +, CISSP, Global Information Assurance Certifications (GIAC), Security Leadership, or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) preferred
• Experience working in an Agile team development environment using Jira or a similar tool
• Understands AI concepts and can apply them as part of security oversight and role enhancement

As a Washington Post Top Workplace award winner for the past TWELVE years in a row, the Top Workplaces USA for the past five years, and a recipient of the Companies As Responsive Employers (CARE) Award for the past six years, Dev Technology employees enjoy:

• Generous and flexible time-off policy
• Flexible work schedules and telework options, including remote work availability for eligible projects
• Career development opportunities including a mentorship program, technical and management training through Dev University, hands-on learning through DevLab, tuition reimbursement, and paid training opportunities
• Industry-leading benefits including a choice of two health plans that include dental and vision, flexible spending account, commuter benefits, life insurance, and more
• 401K matching with a 5% matching contribution
• Regular team and company social events including our annual party, happy hours, fitness challenges, and more
• A focus on community engagement including company wide support activities, employer match for donations, and time off for volunteer efforts
• To learn more about working at Dev Technology, visit Working At Dev Technology Group

Dev Technology is a growing IT company with an employee-centric culture that works on mission-critical projects for the federal government. We partner with our federal customers to deliver technology services and solutions, and to drive our client's missions forward through innovation. We use Agile and DevSecOps principles to provide services including application development, biometrics and identity management, cloud and infrastructure optimization, IT and legacy modernization, and data management.