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IT System Assessor

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in RMF / Security Assessment and Authorization
  • Experience developing complete ATO packages for systems (SSP, FIPS 199, E-Authentication, PTA/PIA, Incident Response Plan, Contingency Plan, and Configuration Management Plan)
  • Knowledge of NIST 800-53 and NIST 800-37; experience with cloud systems and SaaS with FedRAMP understanding
  • Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISA, SSCP, CompTIA Security+ CE, CompTIA Network+ CE, or Certified Cloud Certificates (AWS, Azure, Google)

Responsibilities

  • Conduct security control assessments and develop Security Assessment Reports (SARs) and Plans of Action and Milestones (POAMs) through an independent team; assess ATO packages for accuracy and completeness
  • Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Security Assessment and Authorization (SAA) process, aligned with NIST SP 800-53 with periodic reviews
  • Create a cybersecurity responsibilities matrix for key roles (AO, CISO, System Owner) across FISMA systems, and advise senior management on privacy and data protection best practices
  • Support RMF activities including developing complete ATO packages (SSP, FIPS 199, E-Authentication, PTA/PIA, IRP, Contingency Plan, and Configuration Management Plan) and conducting IR tabletop tests and CP functional tests

About the company

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Guidehouse

Business Consulting & Services

Guidehouse is a global consultancy providing advisory, digital, and managed services to the commercial and public sectors. Guidehouse is purpose-built to serve the national security, financial services, healthcare, energy, and infrastructure industries. Disrupting legacy consulting delivery models with its agility, capabilities, and scale, the firm delivers technology-enabled and focused solutions that position clients for innovation, resilience, and growth. With high-quality standards and a relentless pursuit of client success, Guidehouse’s more than 17,000 employees collaborate with leaders to outwit complexity and achieve transformational changes that meaningfully shape the future.

Company details

Company typeLarge
IndustryBusiness Consulting & Services
Company size10001

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Job description

Job Family:

IT Cyber Security (Digital)


Travel Required:

Up to 10%


Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:
Evaluate Enterprise IT infrastructure Systems including tasks such as:

  • Conduct security control assessments through an independent (firewalled) team.
  • Perform interviews, test controls, develop Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and create Plans of Action and Milestones (POAMs).
  • Assess Authority to Operate (ATO) packages for accuracy and completeness.
  • Implement rigorous quality standards and provide technical support for ATO package completion.
  • Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for SA&A, ensuring compliance with NIST SP 800-53 and periodic reviews for updates.
  • Identify key roles (AO, CISO, System Owner, etc.) and develop a matrix of cybersecurity responsibilities for each FISMA system.
  • Focus on minimizing risks to PII/PHI/Sensitive data, maintaining robust Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs), and staying current with privacy laws and regulations.
  • Advise senior management on privacy and data protection best practices.


What You Will Need:

  • Minimum of THREE (3) years of experience in Risk Management Framework / Security Assessment and Authorization.
  • RMF Experience in developing complete ATO packages for systems; including SSP, FIPS 199, E-Authentication, PTA/PIA, Incident Response Plan, Contingency Plan, and Configuration Management Plan.
  • Experience in developing and conducting IR table-top tests and CP functional tests.
  • Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY and maintain an active HHS/NIH clearance are preferred.
  • Experience with NIST 800-53 and NIST 800-37.
  • Experience with cloud systems and SaaS products, and understanding of the FedRAMP requirements.
  • At least one of the following Certifications:
    • CISA
    • CISSP
    • CompTIA Security+ CE Certified Professional
    • CompTIA Network+ CE Certified Professional
    • Certified Cloud Certificates (AWS, Azure, and/or Google)
  • Experience with assessing 2 of the 8 types of platforms/systems noted:
  • ICAM Solution (Active Directory, SailPoint and CyberArk experience is preferred). Network – firewalls, IDS/IPS, switches, Routers, VPN Cloud Hosting (experience with at least 2 of 3 – AWS, Azure, Google) On-premise Hosting (Windows and Linux platforms) Microsoft 365 Tenant Third Party SaaS Platforms High Performance Computing Systems AI applications and Systems


What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Experience with the DOJ’s CSAM GRC platform.
  • Experience as software developer – capable of building dashboards within suites like Microsoft Power BI and Power App. Capable of configuring APIs with security tools into dashboards (such as Tenable, Splunk, and GRC Platforms including CSAM).
  • Experience with conducting vulnerability scans and remediation findings.
  • Experience with security monitoring tools (e.g., Splunk, Tenable, BigFix, Microsoft Purview, Symantec DLP, Sentinel, CloudWatch, Security Center).
  • 1+ years of experience as IT system administrator or engineer. Experience can include:
    • System maintenance in configuration and patching for On-premise servers and databases.
    • Deployed and managed cloud hosted environments, configured and refined network connections and security monitoring integrations.
    • Integrated third-party SaaS products with cloud environment, or collaboration Tenants like Microsoft 365.
    • Maintained network components from firewalls, IDS/IPS to VPN solution.
    • Developed and deployed web application software.

The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

  • Parental Leave

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

  • Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

  • Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

  • Care.com annual membership

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com.  Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse.  Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.

If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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