Information Assurance Specialist (Cybersecurity)

Location: DC Metro Area, United States — hybrid

Salary: $110,000–$200,000 per year

Company

hirify.global provides Microsoft consulting and custom cloud, business intelligence, unified communications, and systems management solutions to public-sector and commercial organizations.

What you will do

• Research, write, edit, and maintain technical security data, guidelines, templates, policies, and procedures.
• Perform information security risk assessments for platforms and applications submitted through change management.
• Define baseline security requirements, evaluate alternative approaches, and conduct feasibility studies.
• Recommend remediation and mitigating controls while integrating security considerations into software and hardware projects.
• Lead security engagements, improve Information Assurance processes, and create Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintain security benchmark libraries, review assessment results, track engineering tickets, and provide status updates to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 3–5 years of relevant experience in network engineering, system administration, or a related field.
• Experience with Unix/Linux and Windows operating systems, enterprise security tools, cloud providers such as Azure, and Azure DevOps.
• Knowledge of NIST 800-53 security controls, CIS Benchmarks, DISA STIGs, computer and network security fundamentals, and government or industry compliance requirements.
• Experience with ServiceNow and leading daily scrums, sprint planning, and Scrum processes.
• Valid baseline security certification such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH, or a DoD equivalent.
• Ability to obtain Public Trust Clearance; select positions may require US citizenship and an extensive background investigation.

Nice to have

• Scrum certification.
• ITIL certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement in the DC Metro Area.
• Full-time employment supporting federal-sector projects with public impact.
• Work with stakeholders and technical teams across a Microsoft-focused consulting environment.
• Benefits information is provided in the company’s recruitment guide.