Information System Security Specialist

Information System Security Specialist
Location: Arlington - Primarily Telework (must be able to work onsite at lest one day a week)
Experience: 1 year of specialized experience 
Clearance: Secret

As an ‘Information System Security Specialist ’ – join S2 Analytical Solutions and the customer to facilitate the mission of national security and humanitarian leadership by shaping information-driven decision-making with innovative IT solutions!

Job Overview: As an Information System Security Specialist, you will play a critical role in safeguarding the customer's information systems. Your expertise will be essential in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data. This position requires a solid understanding of security protocols, risk management, and compliance.

Duties:

• Security Analysis and Recommendations:
  • Analyze existing security systems and identify areas for improvement.
  • Make recommendations to enhance security measures, policies, and procedures.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to implement necessary changes.
    
    
• Incident Response and Reporting: 
  • Prepare incident reports and action plans in the event of security breaches.
  • Investigate security incidents, assess impact, and recommend corrective actions.
  • Maintain accurate records of security incidents and resolutions.
    
    
• Testing and Ethical Hacking:
  • Organize and conduct security tests, vulnerability assessments, and ethical hacks.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of security controls and propose enhancements.
    
    
• System Upgrades and Compliance:
  • Upgrade security systems regularly to stay competitive in the field.
  • Apply DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) to configure systems.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant security standards and protocols.
    
    
• Communication and Training:
  • Communicate system status, downtime, and changes to users and stakeholders.
  • Provide training to staff on security best practices.
  • Collaborate with other IT teams to address security-related challenges.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in system administration, network security, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in system support or security.
• Knowledge of current security risks, protocols, and best practices.
• Willingness to work on-call during security breaches or emergencies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

S2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

S2 prohibits third-party solicitation from any recruiter or outside source regardless of the cause being represented.