HVA Engineer - Technical Lead

HVA Engineer - Technical Lead

Job ID : 2024-27296

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Category : Security

Location : US-MD-Silver Spring

About DMI

DMI is a leading global provider of digital services working at the intersection of public and private sectors. With broad capabilities across IT managed services, cybersecurity, cloud migration and application development, DMI provides on-site and remote support to clients within governments, healthcare, financial services, transportation, manufacturing, and other critical infrastructure sectors.

DMI has grown to over 2,100+ employees globally and has been continually recognized as a Top Workplace in both regional and national categories.

About the Opportunity

DMI, LLC is seeking a HVA Engineer - Technical Lead to join us.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Ability to complete the CISA Assessment Evaluation and Standardization - High Value Asset Assessment (AES-HVA) qualification process requirements and perform all duties as the Technical Lead on the Cyber Security Division's (CSD's) HVA team.
• Providing support for the High-Value Assets (HVA) Program Manager, including tracking and forecasting assessment and authorization (A&A) schedules for all NOAA HVA teams.
• Acting as the point of contact to coordinate with the HVA system information security officer, system owner, and all related assessors from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
• Ensuring there is no overlap with normal A&A activities and requiring DHS HVA assessments to negotiate and recommend approval for the HVA program manager based on the rules of engagement for the DHS assessment activities.
• Verifying and validating all HVA-related data points for all data calls issued by the Department of Commerce.
• Conducting quarterly FISMA data calls as issued by DHS and other HVA-related data calls.
• Planning, scheduling, and participating in assessments of all non-tier 1 HVA NOAA systems.
• Conducting HVA penetration testing on NOAA non-tier 1 HVA systems and NOAA systems as required by the Cyber Security Division (CSD).
• Support program and project management activities, including Plan of Actions and Milestones (POAMs), quality surveillance, and the creation of essential project management documents such as charters, risk registers, risk assessments, project plans, communications plans, and other necessary documentation.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure timely delivery of deliverables.
• Lead HVA Program Working Groups with customers and develop presentations as needed to accomplish program needs at the direction of the HVA government lead.
• Coordinate project activities to ensure all aspects are aligned with the project objectives and timelines.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among project stakeholders to ensure their engagement and support.
• Understanding the organizational policies and procedures for accuracy of solutions and deliverables to the client.
• Demonstrating a commitment to quality and customer support.

Qualifications

Education and Years of Experience :

Masters or Bachelors Degree and 2 additional years of professional experience.

Required and Desired Skills / Certifications :

• 15 or more years of professional experience.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and have the ability to pass a background check.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to complete the CISA Assessment Evaluation and Standardization - High Value Asset Assessment (AES-HVA) qualification process requirements and perform all duties as the Technical Lead on a HVA team.
• The ability to apply the methods, standards, and approaches for describing, analyzing, and documenting an organization's enterprise information technology (IT) architecture.
• The ability to communicate effectively when writing.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity and privacy principles and organizational requirements.
• Knowledge of new and emerging information technology and cybersecurity technologies.
• The skill to apply cybersecurity and privacy principles to organizational requirements.

Additional Requirements :

• Hold one or more nationally recognized information security-related certifications, for example :
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• CISSP Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (CISSP-ISSAP)
• SANS GIAC Defensible Security Architecture (GDSA)

Min Citizenship Status Required : Must be a U.S. Citizen

Physical Requirements : No Physical requirement needed for this position.

Location : Silver Spring, MD / Hybrid Remote (onsite 1-2 day / week in office; possibility of a fully-remote)

Working at DMI

DMI is a diverse, prosperous, and rewarding place to work. Being part of the DMI family means we care about your wellbeing.

We offer a variety of perks and benefits that help meet various interests and needs, while still having the opportunity to work directly with several of our award-winning, Fortune 1000 clients.

The following categories make up your DMI wellbeing :

• Convenience / Concierge - Virtual visits through health insurance, pet insurance, commuter benefits, discount tickets for movies, travel, and many other items to provide convenience.
• Development - Annual performance management, continuing education, and tuition assistance, internal job opportunities along with career enrichment and advancement to help each employee with their professional and personal development.
• Financial - Generous 401k matches both pre-tax and post-tax (ROTH) contributions along with financial wellness education, EAP, Life Insurance and Disability help provide financial stability for each DMI employee.
• Recognition - Great achievements do not go unnoticed by DMI through Annual Awards ceremony, service anniversaries, peer-to-peer acknowledgment, employee referral bonuses.
• Wellness - Healthcare benefits, Wellness programs, Flu Shots, Biometric screenings, and several other wellness options.

Employees are valued for their talents and contributions. We all take pride in helping our customers achieve their goals, which in turn contributes to the overall success of the company.

The company does and will take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, and to treat qualified individuals without discrimination based on their physical or mental disability or veteran status.

DMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority / Female / Veterans / Disability. DMI maintains a drug-free workplace.

No Agencies Please

Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

US citizenship may be required for some positions.

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