Information Assurance Analyst Senior in Washington, District of Columbia at Paragon Technology

The Information Assurance Analyst Senior carries out procedures to ensure that all information systems, products, and services meet organization standards and end-user requirements.

Responsibilities

· Acts as a subject matter expert (SME) for Federal Assessments & Authorizations (A&A); provides sound advice and recommendations to lower risk and improve the overall defensive posture.

· Works to resolve complex problems.

· Reports progress on problem resolution to management.

· Devises improvements to current procedures and develops models of possible future configurations.

· Performs complex workflow analysis and recommends quality improvements.

Required Qualifications:

· ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and/or ISACA Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

· Cybersecurity professional expertise at a senior level

· Experience supporting Federal IT organizations in accomplishing Assessments and Accreditations

· Experience conducting risk assessments and vulnerability assessments

· Experience with the Federal Assessment & Authorization (A&A) Processes

· Experience monitoring networks and systems for security breaches or intrusions

· Experience developing test security solutions using industry standard analysis criteria

· Experience developing strategies, programs and training and awareness materials

Desired Qualifications:

· Knowledge and experience using the Cybersecurity Asset Management (CSAM) or similar Vulnerability Management System(s)

· Experience with FedRAMP compliance and certification

· Experience assessing and auditing cloud service offerings

· Knowledge and experience with Zero Trust architecture, solutions and compliance or reporting standards

· AWS Certified Security - Specialty certification

· GNMA or HUD experience