ATO Security Lead

ECS is seeking an ATO Security Lead to work hybrid in our Fairfax, VA office.  Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract award.

 

Job Description:

ECS is seeking talented professionals who love a challenge to join us in building the next-generation Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) Cyber data solution. The CDM Program is the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) dynamic approach to strengthening the cybersecurity of Federal networks and systems through better awareness and visibility into their security posture and cyber threats. ECS is responsible for designing, building, deploying, operating, and maintaining a complete ‘Data Services’ solution which includes the collection, normalization, visualization, and sharing of cyber data from more than 100 Federal agencies. The CDM Data Services product is a cloud-hosted solution comprised of multiple Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS), software configuration packages, and custom code which work together to operate as an integrated solution tailored to meet DHS requirements.

We are seeking professionals who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly collaborative environment where problem-solving, critical thinking, and a holistic approach to serving the mission are key.  Our program operates within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). An aptitude and enthusiasm for continuous learning, improvement, and cyber security is a must!

 

ECS is seeking an ATO Security Lead with superior leadership and technical knowledge to support the CDM Data Services program.   They will report to the Security Engineering and Compliance Manager and will collaborate with a team of Security Engineers and Analysts.  Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Providing security technical expertise and management of security analysts, security engineers, processes and procedures across the Data Services Program.
• Providing excellent leadership and applying their in-depth knowledge to lead and support the security architecture, implementation, deployment, and operations of the Data Services solution to achieve and maintain a DHS Authority to Operate (ATO) of the Data Services solution.
• Provide team building and facilitate growth, development of security engineers, and cross team collaboration and knowledge transfer for the new Data Services Solution.
• Evaluating the security of the Data Services solution to satisfy DHS security controls and program requirements as well as prevent attacks, damage, and unauthorized access.

 

Required Skills:

• US citizenship and ability to acquire Public Trust Suitability.
• 8+ years of experience supporting system accreditation within the Federal Government.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent additional experience.
• In depth experience supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and creating artifacts, control implementation details, incident management, vulnerability management, contingency planning and managing POA&Ms.