Senior Security SpecialistWe are looking to add a Senior Security Specialist to support the United States Patent Trademark Office (USPTO). All candidates should have experience in the following areas:Knowledge of NIST 800-53 Revision 4 Security ControlsKnowledge of activities required for NIST 800-37 R1 Risk Management FrameworkKnowledge of Assessment and Authorization (A&A) or Certification and Accreditation (C&A) including understanding of processes and components of a Security Authorization PackageKnowledge of System Categorization utilizing NIST FIPS 199 processesExcellent analytical reasoning skillsExcellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent technical writing skillsRequired Knowledge/SkillsKnowledge of FISMA, NIST 800-53 R4 Security Controls, NIST 800-37 R1 Processes, FIPS 199 Categorization, and various NIST 800 series publications. A firm grasp and understanding of the Risk Management Framework Knowledge of various technical concepts and technologies including applications, platforms, operating systems, databases, and more Familiarity with FedRAMP security assessment framework preferredEducation/Years of Experience/CertificationsRequired:Bachelor's DegreeCISSPPreferred (in addition to CISSP):CAPRequired:At least 6 years of IT Security ExperienceAbility to work independently and as part of a teamMotivation and desire to increase knowledge of and responsibility for system securityAbility to multitask in a dynamic environment, prioritize, and meet deadlines under pressurePreferred:6-10 years of IT Security ExperienceExperience with implementation and documentation of NIST 800-53 R4 Security Controls to secure systemsExperience updating System Security Authorization PackagesExperience performing activities required for NIST 800-37 R1 Risk Management FrameworkMarathon TS is committed to the development of a creative, diverse and inclusive work environment.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Marathon TS will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Marathon TS does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status").