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Information Technology
Security Assessment Engineer
Richmond, VA
Posted: 11/12/2024
Job ID#: 59000
Job Category: Information Technology
Position Type: Contract
Duration: Long Term
Stefanini Group is hiring!
Stefanini is looking for a Security Assessment Engineer for 100% Remote work.
Open to W2 Candidates only! US Citizens!
We are seeking a skilled Security Assessment Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in supporting the adoption of DevSecOps principles and automating assessment services to ensure continuous authorization to operate within our organization. This is a unique position that must be able to flex between security engineering, security control automation, development, and assessor roles in a NIST-based risk management environment.
The candidate must possess skills that include experience with:
* Test design, performance testing, test architecture, configuration management, troubleshooting
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Performing manual testing with agility and interaction
* Proficiency in continuous delivery, Agile, and DevOps
Key Responsibilities:
* Support DevSecOps initiatives by developing and implementing test-driven security within a CI/CD pipeline
* Create automation to support the NIST Risk Management Framework (SP800-37, SP800-53/53a)
* Develop and track Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to address identified security vulnerabilities and compliance gaps
* Document clear and repeatable processes and train others to perform automated assessment reviews
* Develop and implement security assessment automation tools to support DevSecOps practices
* Collaborate with development teams to integrate security assurance into the CI/CD pipeline
* Conduct security assessments and risk analyses on new and existing software
* Provide Subject Matter Expertise in the creation of security policies and standards
* Develop and document procedures specific to the role
* Work closely with compliance teams to ensure continuous monitoring and authorization
* Assist in developing security training and awareness for technical staff
* Stay current with evolving security landscape, industry trends, tools, and best practices
Job Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (preferred)
* Proven experience with security assessment tools and methodologies
* Experience with a wide range of programming languages, automation tools, and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Ruby, Go, Bash/Shell, JavaScript/Node.js, Groovy, YAML/JSON, PowerShell, Java, Terraform)
* Understanding of languages in the context of various DevSecOps tools and platforms like Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible, Chef, Puppet, Jenkins, GitLab CI, and cloud service providers (AWS, Azure, GCP)
* Experience with Policy as Code and Compliance as Code
* Knowledge of compliance frameworks and continuous authorization processes
* Prefer NIST SP800-37, SP800-53/53a
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
* Operational vulnerability analysis
* Deep understanding of Dev/Sec/Ops processes and testing
Preferred Qualifications:
* Certifications such as GCSA, CISSP, CEH, or OSCP
* Experience in a policy and assurance or quasi-governmental environment
* Familiarity with cloud service providers and associated security challenges
Listed salary ranges may vary based on experience, qualifications, and local market. Also, some positions may include bonuses or other incentives.
About Stefanini Group:
The Stefanini Group is a global provider of offshore, onshore, and near shore outsourcing, IT digital consulting, systems integration, application, and strategic staffing services to Fortune 1000 enterprises around the world. Our presence is in countries like the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia, and more than four hundred clients across a broad spectrum of markets, including financial services, manufacturing, telecommunications, chemical services, technology, public sector, and utilities. Stefanini is a CMM level 5, IT consulting company with a global presence.
Pay Range: $70.00 - $84.00
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