Sr. Information Security Specialist (Co-Lead)

Company Description:

ASG is a Minority- and Woman-Owned, Physician-Owned small business with over 15 years of experience in federal government contracting. We deliver a wide range of technology services, including software development, mobile apps, AI/ML, analytics, data science, big data, DevSecOps, digital transformation, cloud, and cybersecurity. ASG is CMMI Level 3 certified and holds ISO 9001:2015, 20000-1:2018, and 27001:2022 certifications.

Job Description:

This role works alongside the Security Lead as a co-leader of the security team, providing coverage during the Security Lead's absence and serving as a key, CMS-facing security resource in their own right. 

What You Will Do: 

• Security Team Co-Leadership: Share leadership responsibility for the Information Security Specialist team with the Security Lead, including coverage during the Security Lead's absence or scheduling conflicts. 
• Technical Security Work: Perform hands-on security tasks including vulnerability assessment, remediation coordination, and security documentation. 
• CMS Stakeholder Relationship: Serve as a trusted, CMS-facing security resource; maintain a strong working relationship with CMS Security Oversight Leadership. 
• Mentorship: Support and mentor other Information Security Specialists on the team. 
• Reporting: Participate in and support the recurring Security/Tools team reporting cadence. 
• Perform additional duties assigned.

What We Need: 

• 6+ years of information security experience, ideally in a federal or CMS environment. 
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently as a team co-lead. 
• Working knowledge of vulnerability scanning and compliance/POA&M platforms, Jira, and Confluence. 
• Ability to obtain and maintain CMS EUA access and required clearance. 

Even Better: 

• Security certification (Security+, CySA+, or equivalent). 
• Prior CMS or HHS security program experience. 
• Experience mentoring junior security staff. 

Clearance Requirement:

• Ability to obtain and maintain public trust background investigation/clearance per client requirements.

Additional Information:

At ASG, we value diversity and always treat all employees and job applicants based on merit, qualifications, competence, and talent. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Perks:

At ASG, we want you to be well and thrive. Our benefits package includes:

• Healthcare Benefits
• Life
• Disability
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Education Assistance
• Learning and Development resources
• EOE, including Disability/Veterans