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Job Title: IT Security Architect Location: Richmond, VA Duration: 4+ Months Type: HybridThe role requires that the contractor be ON SITE 4 days/week until internal training is completed (then there is some flexibility).Job Description: - Security Architect IV to create System Security Plans for suppliers. The Role involves conducting interviews with business units, analyzing responses to security controls, and ensuring compliance with COVSEC530 (NIST 800-53).
- We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Security Architect IV contractor to develop and write System Security Plans (SSPs) for various suppliers and enterprise applications. This critical role requires a deep understanding of security controls, risk management, and compliance requirements.
- Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with business units to gather and analyze information for the creation of comprehensive System Security Plans (SSPs).
- Conduct interviews with key stakeholders to understand system components,operations, and security needs.
- Evaluate responses to security control questions and identify any gaps or areas requiring remediation.
- Ensure all systems meet the security and compliance requirements of COVSEC530, based on NIST 800-53 standards.
- Develop detailed documentation outlining security measures, risk assessments, and system vulnerabilities.
- Provide guidance on risk mitigation strategies and recommend security improvements.
- Assist in ensuring that enterprise applications and supplier systems comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Qualifications:
- Proven experience in writing System Security Plans and conducting security assessments.
- In-depth knowledge of NIST 800-53, COV SEC530, and other relevant security frameworks.
- Strong understanding of risk management, security controls, and compliance processes.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and business units.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- This is a contractor position offering an opportunity to contribute to the security and compliance efforts of the organization, ensuring the protection of sensitive data and infrastructure.
Required/Desired Skills: - Solid Sr level IT SecurityExperience
- Security Architecture Design &Implementation. Exp writingSystem Security Plans and conducting security assessments
- Compliance & RegulatoryKnowledge. In-depth knowledge ofNIST 800-53 and other relevant security frameworks to ensure compliance with COV SEC530
- Collaboration & Cross-FunctionalCoordination
Date Posted: 07 April 2025
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