Security & Compliance Specialist
On-siteDistrict of Columbia, United States
District of Columbia, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeBachelors Degree
Full TimeBachelors Degree
Job Summary
Monitor compliance with federal security and privacy requirements, conduct security assessments, and document findings. Track Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to support remediation efforts while reviewing security documentation and compliance artifacts. Support risk management and incident response activities by collaborating with project teams to ensure security best practices, prepare security reports and recommendations, and assist with continuous compliance monitoring. This role supports the U.S. Department of Education's Impact Aid Grant System.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field
- 7+ years of experience in IT security or cybersecurity
- Experience supporting federal security compliance initiatives
- Knowledge of federal cybersecurity standards and best practices
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- U.S. Citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Moderate Risk (MR) Background Investigation
Desired Qualifications
- CISSP, CISM, CAP, or Security+ certification
- Experience with FedRAMP, FISMA, or NIST compliance
- Experience supporting federal IT environments
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