Cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization SME

Amyx is seeking a Cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization Subject Matter Expert to join our Defense Logistics Agency program remotely

Responsibilities

• Serves as a cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME) with regards to Assessment and Authorization (A&A) of information systems and all associated cybersecurity policies and procedures.
• Performs a DOD cybersecurity process while either authorizing an information system or serving as a SME for an information system undergoing authorization.
• Possess an understanding of how the security controls identified in the NIST 800-53 apply to the process of assessing and authorizing a large organization's IT infrastructure such as DLA's, in which there is a compilation of large and small enclaves, AIS applications and outsourced IT processes.
• Determines the applicable severity value for an identified vulnerability (e.g., non-compliant security control) and determines the possible ramifications on the system's current or future authorization.
• Briefs senior management on the progress or results of an information system undergoing the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process.
• Must have the ability to communicate accurate information

Daily Tasks:

• Run and Analyze system and software scans
• Develop and track POA&Ms relative to scan findings
• Coordinate with DLA ISSMs on vulnerability management and continuous ATO management
• Work with Operations and Developments teams to address security findings, apply STIGs and manage the IAVA process
• Participate and support a SAFe agile release methodology with testers embedded in the Agile Release Train (ART)
• Conduct review meetings for reported issues with stakeholders and move issues through process
• General understanding of software testing methodologies
• Have practical and working knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications
• Analytical and Critical Thinking Skills
• Quality interpersonal skills
• Quality oral and written communication skills

Supported Technologies:

• Oracle e-Business Suite R12, Oracle Federal
• Oracle Cloud infrastructure (OCI)
• Splunk
• Fortify
• Oracle Cloud Guard

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Five (5) years of relevant Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST A&A experience
• DOD cybersecurity experience
• Experience in assessing security controls and conducting authorization reviews for large, complex organizations.
• Experienced in the general tenets supporting the overall DOD implementation of its authorization process, to include supporting cybersecurity policy, procedures, and processes.
• Knowledgeable in the cybersecurity of emerging technology areas such as Cloud and Industrial Control Systems (ICSs), warehouse execution systems and Operational Technology (OT) infrastructures.
• DOD Secret Clearance and must possess IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive security clearance or Tier 3 (T3)

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• OCI Certified
• Experience with an Agile Framework
• Experience with the Continuous ATO process and integration of those processes with an Agile Framework

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans (PPO & HSA options available)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Roth
• Qualified Transportation Expense with matching contributions
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• PTO
• 11 Holidays
• Professional Development Reimbursement

Salary: 100-140k

Please contact talent@amyx.com with any questions!

Amyx is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Amyx is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

Physical Demands

Employee needs to be able to sit at a workstation for extended periods; use hand(s) to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Most positions require ability to work on desktop or laptop computer for extended periods of time reading, reviewing/analyzing information, and providing recommendations, summaries and/or reports in written format. Must be able to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing. Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.