Job Description

**Security SME/ISSO - U.S. Citizenship Required**

**Category:** Cyber Security

**Main location:** United States, Virginia, Fairfax

**Position ID:** J0524-0100

**Employment Type:** Full Time

**Position Description:**

CGI is one of the top 5 largest global IT companies spread across 40 countries with endless opportunities to expand and grow. As a CGI Federal Member, you have the opportunity to be a shareholder at CGI and join a family of 90,000 members strong.

CGI Federal is hiring a Security ISSO SME to work with a skilled and motivated team of professionals on a high-visibility Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) cyber security program. You will support a dynamic, fast-paced project focused on improving the cyber security posture of civilian government agencies through the implementation and enhancement of a cybersecurity platform, providing integration services, and developing, securing and maintaining cybersecurity dashboards. You will work closely with a variety of agency stakeholders, supporting their mission, priorities, organization and unique challenges. You will also support the development of additional cyber security offerings focused on next generation security solutions and technologies.

The selected candidate is responsible for maintaining the Authorization to Operate (ATO) status of information systems based on the NIST Special Publication guidelines and ITIL guidelines. The position puts emphasis on integrating security within configuration management (CM) and different system development lifecycle (SDLC) processes (Waterfall, Agile, DevSecOps). It also provides guidance, processes, and procedures for achieving and maintaining compliance with Federal laws and regulations. The candidate is expected to work with minimal supervision, lead teams, accept greater responsibility for completion of assignments, commensurate with level of experience.

This position is located in our Fairfax, VA office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable.

You will be required to be in our Fairfax, VA office two days per week.

**Your future duties and responsibilities:**

Specific duties include the operation of a continuous monitoring program, developing, updating, and maintaining system security documentation, and implementing security policies and procedures to support continuous monitoring

Participate in the SDLC to integrate NIST 800-37 Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities into appropriate phases

Support the NIST 800-37 RMF and associated processes for achieving and maintaining systems authority to operate (ATO)

Implement policy and processes into continuous monitoring to maintain the system ATO

Conduct vulnerability scans, update and manage plan of action and milestones (POAM)

Coordinate security remediation activities, schedules and milestones with stakeholders, establish risk and mitigation strategies, and communicate status

Update and maintain systems security documentation

Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments on changes to the system architecture

Participate in change authorization boards (CAB) and provide analysis and recommendations based on the change affecting the security posture of the system

**Required qualifications to be successful in this role:**

Due to the nature of the contract requirements, US citizenship and successful passing of CGI background check is required prior to beginning work. In addition, candidates must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DHS CISA EOD/Public Trust clearance

Bachelor's degree and minimum of 8 years of experience working on cybersecurity teams for enterprise cybersecurity shared services programs or Cloud programs

Continuous monitoring experience with moderate and high impact systems

Working knowledge of these National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publications 800 series (listed in priority): 800-37 (Risk Management Framework), 800-53 (Security & Privacy Controls), 800-18 (System Security Plans), 800-30 (Risk Assessment), 800-137 (Continuous Monitoring), Federal Processing Standards (FIPS), especially 199 (Security Categorization). If no experience with NIST, then working knowledge of Dept of Defense Information Technology Security Certification and Accreditation Process (DITSCAP) or the new DoD information assurance policy 8500.1 and the risk management framework. If no experience with NIST and DITSCAP, the working knowledge of NSA Information Assurance Process.

Experience with vulnerability management and security auditing tools, such as Tenable or similar tools. Update and maintenance of plan of action and milestones (POAM).

In addition, the candidate demonstrates understanding of IT security principles, concepts, policy and regulations. Demonstrate ability to effectively document security controls

Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Microsoft Project

Desired qualifications/non-essential skills required:

Technical/development background

Experience with Federal Risk and Authorization Management (FedRAMP) Cloud related projects

Experience with DevSecOps as an ISSO or security tester

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

CISSP concentration

Certification and Accreditation Professional (CAP)

Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

Certified Risk and Information Systems Controller (CRISC)

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) and GIAC Security Essentials

Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and license and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $96,500.00 - $235,200.00.

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**Skills:**

+ NIST

+ Change Management

+ Vulnerability Assessment(IAVA)

**What you can expect from us:**

**Together, as owners, lets turn meaningful insights into action.**

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, youll reach your full potential because

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. Youll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our teamone of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.

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All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.

CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGIs legal duty to furnish information.

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