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Top Secret
$200,000 - $225,000
Unspecified
IT - Security
Washington, DC (On-Site/Office)
ADM is looking for a Senior System Security Information Assurance (IA) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to work in Washington, DC. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!
The Sr System Security IA SME serves as the lead authority for all security-related aspects of the computing environment. This key position provides deep technical expertise, oversight, and strategic guidance to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of mission-critical DoD systems.
The SME is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and validating security postures across complex and distributed network architectures. This role requires advanced knowledge of Defense-in-Depth strategies, DoD cybersecurity programs, accreditation processes, physical and personnel security concepts, and risk management methodologies.
The SME will support all tasks outlined by the Program Manager, ensuring full compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies, continuous monitoring requirements, and established governance frameworks. The position requires a seasoned IA professional capable of conducting high-level security assessments, leading vulnerability management activities, and maintaining system accreditation artifacts within a demanding DoD environment.
A Top Secret security clearance and extensive experience in DoD technology environments are mandatory.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Job ID
2025-20367
Work Type
On-Site
Pay Range
$200,000 to $225,000
Benefits
Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.
Company Description
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Work Where it Matters
Akima Data Management (ADM), an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At ADM, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, ADM provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, ADM delivers agile and innovative cloud and IT services and solutions that enable mission dominance.
As an ADM employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
The Sr System Security IA SME serves as the lead authority for all security-related aspects of the computing environment. This key position provides deep technical expertise, oversight, and strategic guidance to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of mission-critical DoD systems.
The SME is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and validating security postures across complex and distributed network architectures. This role requires advanced knowledge of Defense-in-Depth strategies, DoD cybersecurity programs, accreditation processes, physical and personnel security concepts, and risk management methodologies.
The SME will support all tasks outlined by the Program Manager, ensuring full compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies, continuous monitoring requirements, and established governance frameworks. The position requires a seasoned IA professional capable of conducting high-level security assessments, leading vulnerability management activities, and maintaining system accreditation artifacts within a demanding DoD environment.
A Top Secret security clearance and extensive experience in DoD technology environments are mandatory.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the lead technical authority for all IA and cybersecurity functions within the computing environment.
- Implement, maintain, and enhance security postures across complex DoD network and system architectures.
- Apply Defense-in-Depth principles to protect systems, data, applications, and network infrastructure.
- Manage the full Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle, including categorization, control selection, implementation, assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring.
- Develop, maintain, and track Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to ensure timely remediation of vulnerabilities, audit findings, and control deficiencies.
- Ensure all RMF artifacts, evidence, and documentation remain current and compliant with DoD requirements.
- Maintain and update System Security Authorization Agreements (SSAAs) and other accreditation packages.
- Conduct security control assessments and prepare comprehensive RMF security assessment reports.
- Manage, apply, and validate Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) across servers, workstations, network devices, and applications.
- Complete, manage, and review STIG checklists, ensuring proper documentation of findings, mitigations, and compliance status.
- Monitor, analyze, and report on system vulnerabilities and risks using tools such as ACAS, HBSS, and other DoD-mandated solutions.
- Apply and track Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVAs) within required deadlines.
- Respond to Network Operations Center (NOC) notifications and take appropriate security actions.
- Conduct ongoing configuration management, vulnerability assessments, and compliance validation.
- Support FISMA reporting requirements, DoD IG inspections, ACA audits, and broader accreditation/certification programs.
- Perform and document incident response activities, security audits, and CNDSP-related functions.
- Provide expert guidance on physical and personnel security measures relevant to the IA mission.
- Prepare detailed security reports, briefs, and recommendations for stakeholders and leadership.
- Ensure compliance with DoD 8570.01-M/DoD 8140 cybersecurity workforce requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Telecommunications, Management Information Systems, or a closely related discipline.
OR - 12 years of directly relevant documented experience.
- Top Secret Clearance required.
- DoD 8570 IAM Level III (mandatory).
- 5 years of experience in a DoD technology environment.
- 5 years of experience with DoD IAVM programs.
- 5 years of experience administering, configuring, and securing ACAS and HBSS architectures.
- 5 years of experience developing and implementing security policies, applying system/network updates, and securing access to sensitive data.
- 5 years of experience responding to Network Operations notifications and executing corrective actions.
- 5 years of hands-on experience with ACAS reporting, monitoring, and applying IAVA remediations.
- 5 years of experience managing system vulnerabilities and generating detailed security reports.
- 5 years of experience maintaining a System Security Authorization Agreement (SSAA) or similar accreditation package.
- 5 years of experience designing, maintaining, and documenting system processes and procedures.
- 5 years of experience supporting DIARMF/RMF accreditation and maintaining associated documentation.
- 5 years of experience performing configuration management, vulnerability assessments, and vulnerability management support.
- Documented experience supporting FISMA, DoD IG inspections, ACA, and other accreditation and compliance programs.
- 5 years of experience in physical and personnel security disciplines.
- 5 years of experience in Incident Response, cybersecurity auditing, and CNDSP-related work.
- Demonstrated ability to implement DoD 8570.01-M / DoD 8140 workforce requirements.
Job ID
2025-20367
Work Type
On-Site
Pay Range
$200,000 to $225,000
Benefits
Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.
Company Description
Work Where it Matters
Akima Data Management (ADM), an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At ADM, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, ADM provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, ADM delivers agile and innovative cloud and IT services and solutions that enable mission dominance.
As an ADM employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
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