Senior Information Assurance Specialist

Company OverviewANSER enhances national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions. We provide thought leadership for complex issues through independent analysis, and we deliver practical, useful solutions. ANSER values collaboration, integrity, and initiative and we are client focused in all that we do. Because we were established for the purpose of public service and not for profit, we measure our success in the impact of our service.Position SummaryANSER is seeking a Senior Information Assurance Specialist to support the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO) in identifying and assessing cybersecurity risks, threats, and vulnerabilities across networks, systems, applications, and emerging technologies. In this role, you will contribute to cyber workforce policy development, strategic planning, and legislative initiatives while helping ensure enterprise systems meet information assurance and security requirements.Day-to-Day ResponsibilitiesIdentify and assess security risks, threats, and vulnerabilities across networks, systems, applications, and emerging technologies.Apply knowledge of current Information Assurance (IA) policies, tactics, techniques, and doctrine to support reporting requirements and governance structures.Establish and maintain complex, system-wide information security requirements based on user, policy, regulatory, and resource needs.Support development and implementation of IA doctrine, policies, and cybersecurity strategies.Assist in planning and implementing cybersecurity and information assurance requirements.Provide security expertise for government and commercial enterprise systems as well as specialized systems requiring enhanced security features.Test and debug programs and scripts used in network exploitation or cybersecurity operations.Develop instructions and technical guidance for cybersecurity tools and processes.Required QualificationsActive Secret Security ClearanceMaster’s degree in a related field (e.g., cybersecurity, information systems, computer science, public policy, or human capital management)12 years of experience in cybersecurity, information systems, or computer scienceExpertise with firewalls, intrusion detection systems, enterprise anti-virus platforms, and software deployment toolsPreferred QualificationsPrior experience working at the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) levelExperience supporting IT or cyberspace activities with Military Services, Defense Agencies, or Field ActivitiesExperience with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint development and administrationAbility to manage competing priorities and workloads in a fast-paced environmentDemonstrated ability to work independently and manage projects from conception to completionHighly motivated professional with strong organizational and problem-solving skillsIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with ANSER, please call 703-416-2000 or e-mail Recruiting@anser.orgANSER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek individuals from a broad variety of backgrounds with varying levels of experience who have a desire to do meaningful work. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.