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Telos Corporation

Cybersecurity Lead - C

Ashburn, VA · On-site

... Tenable Security Center) and analyze scan results to identify and mitigate risks. • Utilize SCAP tools for automated security compliance checks and remediation. • Apply Security Technical ...

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Cybersecurity Lead - C with Security Clearance

Cybersecurity Lead - C with Security Clearance

Telos Corporation

Ashburn, VA • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

The most security-conscious organizations trust Telos Corporation to protect their vital IT assets. The reputation of our company rests on the quality of our solutions and the integrity of our people. Explore what you can bring to our solutions in the areas of cyber, cloud and enterprise security.

Be a part of the Telos culture and see what sets us apart! Telos offers an excellent compensation package with benefits that include generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and 401k. Our employees enjoy more than just a great work environment!

This position will be based at Remote/Ashburn Responsibilities: • Implement and manage RMF processes to ensure compliance with NIST, DoD, and other applicable security guidelines. • Conduct vulnerability assessments using ACAS (Nessus/Tenable Security Center) and analyze scan results to identify and mitigate risks. • Utilize SCAP tools for automated security compliance checks and remediation.

• Apply Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) to configure and harden systems. • Develop and maintain RMF documentation, including System Security Plans (SSP), and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms). • Support system accreditation efforts, including security control assessments and risk analysis.

• Work closely with project managers, system administrators, system development engineers and other cybersecurity professionals to implement security best practices. • Stay updated on evolving cybersecurity policies, regulations, and emerging threats. Job Requirements Qualifications: • Bachelor's Degree (preferred in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field) • 5-7 years of experience • IAM Level III • Hands-on experience with ACAS (Nessus/Tenable Security Center), SCAP tools, and STIG compliance.

• Familiarity with NIST 800-53, DoD RMF process, and system accreditation procedures. • Strong documentation and reporting skills. • Experience working with DoD or federal cybersecurity compliance programs.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Secret Security Clearance • Ability to travel up to 25% The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements to access sensitive information, which requires US citizenship. Telos maintains a drug-free workplace and will conduct drug testing on all applicants who have accepted an offer of employment.

Telos Corporation participates in the E-Verify program. Therefore, any employment with Telos will also be contingent upon confirmation from the Social Security Administration ("SSA") and/or the Department of Homeland Security ("DHS") of your authorization to work in the United States. Telos offers excellent compensation packages including salary commensurate with experience and benefits to meet your needs for today and the future.

Telos Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Telos Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at 1-800-283-1911.

If you require relay service assistance, please click on the following link to review information on your state's relay service: https://www.fcc.gov/accessibility. Telos Corporation is an EEO/AA employer. Job Type Full-Time Location Ashburn, VA 20147 US (Primary) Telos offers an excellent compensation packages including salary commensurate with experience and benefits to meet your needs for today and the future.

Telos and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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