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Data Systems Analysts, Inc.

Senior Information Security Analyst

Data Systems Analysts, Inc.
Washington, DC $105k - $115k/yr Full time Posted 8h ago
Senior Cybersecurity Tools Data Security Enterprise Risk Fisma Grc Tools Information Security InfoSec IT Audit Risk Governance Risk Management Rsa Archer Security Compliance Security Operations Security Testing
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Job Description

This role provides information security leadership in support of EPA initiatives within a hybrid Washington, DC area environment, with emphasis on RMF and NIST based program development and governance.

Responsibilities

  • Provide guidance to senior stakeholders on information security initiatives spanning compliance, security awareness and training, and security operations.
  • Lead Independent Verification and Validation activities for security authorization packages and ATOs to ensure alignment with agency requirements.
  • Leverage a Governance, Risk, and Compliance tool such as Telos Xacta, CSAM, or RSA Archer to consolidate findings from assessments, audits, and vulnerability scans.
  • Coordinate government data calls (FISMA, FMFIA, BDR) and compile monthly reporting.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of the information security and privacy training program and drive collection, analysis, and presentation of enterprise‑level security performance metrics.
  • Oversee the InfoSec Program POA&Ms, including advising on remediation activities.
  • Collaborate with senior agency security officials, system owners, ISSOs, and other stakeholders to advise and implement security solutions.
  • Identify opportunities to improve work processes and introduce innovative approaches to service delivery.
  • Engage in team problem solving and contribute ideas to resolve client challenges.
  • Conduct targeted research and data analysis and develop supporting reports.
  • Assist in drafting policies and procedures to support information security programs.
  • Implement processes to monitor risk across programs and projects.
  • Prepare executive briefings summarizing study results, analyses, and plans.
  • Support client leadership in reviewing monthly progress, documenting issues, and tracking resolutions.

Requirements

  • Ability to obtain a Public Trust.
  • Bachelor's degree in information technology or related field plus 8 years of relevant IA experience; a security certification (for example, CISSP) may substitute for up to 2 years.
  • More than 3 years in a leadership role.
  • Strong data analysis skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of applying, selecting and testing the NIST 800-53 Rev 4 security controls.
  • In-depth knowledge of NIST 800-37 Risk Management Framework.
  • Experience with a Governance, Risk and Compliance tool (e.g., Xacta, RSA Archer, CSAM or eMASS).
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines.

Technologies

  • Microsoft Copilot
  • Telos Xacta
  • CSAM
  • RSA Archer
  • eMASS

Location

Washington, DC hybrid

Compensation

Salary: USD 105,000 - 115,000 per year

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