IT Security Specialist III

• Oversee on-site assessments and those participating in the assessments

• Knowledge of IT security policies and implementation standards, and comprehensive understanding of NIST guidance to include, but not limited to, NIST Special Publications and Federal Information Processing Standards
• Proficiency in applying IT security concepts, methodologies, principles, procedures, and using industry-standard IT security tools
• Proficiency with enterprise architecture methodologies, concepts, procedures, principles, and tools
• Ability to facilitate effective communications between federal clients, system personnel, and the assessment team
• Proficiency in contingency planning and backup and recovery best practices and application of NIST guidance in this area
• Knowledgeable in penetration testing
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be organized, timely, and customer service oriented
• Ability to work well independently and in a team setting
• Adaptability, flexibility, and ability to deal with ambiguity and change
• Excellent oral and written communication and customer service skills
• Excellent attention to detail and good analytical skills

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field (i.e., EE, CPE, MIS, IT) or equivalent relevant work experience
• Eight (8) years of relevant experience
• Knowledge of IT security policies and implementation standards, and comprehensive understanding of NIST guidance to include, but not limited to, NIST Special Publications and Federal Information Processing Standards
• Proficiency in applying IT security concepts, methodologies, principles, procedures and using industry-standard IT security tools
• Proficiency with enterprise architecture methodologies, concepts, procedures, principles, and tools
• Ability to facilitate effective communications between federal clients, system personnel, and the assessment team
• Familiarity with various scanning and monitoring tools
• Familiarity with security assessments in a cloud environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Project) 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be organized, timely, and customer service oriented
• Ability to work well independently and in a team setting
• Adaptability, flexibility, and ability to deal with ambiguity and change

• Relevant professional certifications:

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• CompTIA Security+

• Ability to obtain a government security clearance

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

The base salary range for this position is $126,579 - $178,431.

This base salary range represents a general guideline. An individual’s base salary within that range is determined based on a variety of factors, including (without limitation) the scope, complexities, and responsibilities of the position, the government contract to which the position is assigned, geographic location, market conditions, and the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and skills.

GAMA-1 also offers a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, training and career development opportunities, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO - to cover vacation, illness or disability, appointments, emergencies or other situations that require time off from work). For more information click here.

ABOUT GAMA-1

GAMA-1 is a rapidly growing technology business that is based in Greenbelt, Maryland. GAMA-1 Technologies provides strategic information assurance, information security, and business enterprise and networking solutions to the Federal Government. Our success is based on the utilization of industry and agency standards, establishment of standardized processes, and IT Services expertise. At GAMA-1, we believe employees should grow, achieve, and develop just as the company grows, achieves, and develops. GAMA-1 is committed to providing our employees with opportunities for career advancement throughout their employment. For more information, visit www.gama1tech.com

GAMA-1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), domestic violence victims, political orientation, status as a smoker or tobacco user, hairstyle, use of a service animal, education status, familial status, HIV/AIDS status, height, weight, reproductive healthcare decisions or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

This base salary range represents a general guideline. An individual’s base salary within that range is determined based on a variety of factors, including (without limitation) the scope, complexities, and responsibilities of the position, the government contract to which the position is assigned, geographic location, market conditions, and the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and skills.

GAMA-1 also offers a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, training and career development opportunities, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO - to cover vacation, illness or disability, appointments, emergencies or other situations that require time off from work). For more information click here.

ABOUT GAMA-1

GAMA-1 is a rapidly growing technology business that is based in Greenbelt, Maryland. GAMA-1 Technologies provides strategic information assurance, information security, and business enterprise and networking solutions to the Federal Government. Our success is based on the utilization of industry and agency standards, establishment of standardized processes, and IT Services expertise. At GAMA-1, we believe employees should grow, achieve, and develop just as the company grows, achieves, and develops. GAMA-1 is committed to providing our employees with opportunities for career advancement throughout their employment. For more information, visit www.gama1tech.com

GAMA-1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), domestic violence victims, political orientation, status as a smoker or tobacco user, hairstyle, use of a service animal, education status, familial status, HIV/AIDS status, height, weight, reproductive healthcare decisions or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.