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# Senior Information Assurance Specialist

- **Company:** Copper River Family Of Companies
- **Location:** McLean, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cyber Security, Information Systems, Information Technology
- **Published:** May 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=cec29008326cc122

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Technical documentation?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, + Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field preferred

 * Required Experience:
 + Hands-on experience supporting DoD Information Systems and cybersecurity processes
 + Experience supporting SAF/AQXS and portfolio IA packages preferred
 + Experience supporting RMF controls and NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 implementation
 + Experience supporting SIPR Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages, including control testing and artifact management

 * Required Skill and Competencies
 + Strong understanding of Information Assurance principles and cybersecurity compliance requirements
 + Knowledge of RMF, NIST standards, and DoD cybersecurity policies
 + Excellent analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills
 + Strong communication and stakeholder coordination abilities

 * Work Location Requirements
 + Must be able to travel onsite to the Pentagon one day per week
 + Must be able to travel to Fairfax, VA every other Friday for off-site work activities

## Description

* Support the analysis, identification, and documentation of cybersecurity and Information Assurance requirements.
 * Assist with implementation and management of security controls for classified and unclassified systems.
 * Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and security authorization activities.
 * Develop and maintain Authorization to Operate (ATO) documentation and supporting artifacts.
 * Conduct security control assessments and coordinate remediation activities.
 * Assist with cybersecurity policy, process, and procedure development.
 * Support SIPR-related authorization packages and associated security documentation.
 * Coordinate with government stakeholders to ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements.
 * Review system configurations, vulnerabilities, and compliance status.
 * Support continuous monitoring, audit readiness, and cybersecurity reporting efforts.
 * Provide technical guidance regarding NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 security controls and compliance requirements.


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