ECS is seeking an
Information Assurance/Security Specialist - Level II to work in our
San Antonio, TX office
Please Note: This position is contingent upon [contract award] .
Job Description:
We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Information Assurance/Security Specialist - Level II to join our team in San Antonio, TX. As an Information Assurance/Security Specialist, you will be responsible for implementing and enforcing security policies, developing and monitoring security controls, conducting compliance audits, and supporting incident response activities. If you have a strong background in information security, expertise in policy implementation, and a commitment to safeguarding information systems, we encourage you to apply for this position.
- Workdays: Monday – Friday with occasional weekend and after-hours support.
- Must be able to lift 35lbs regularly
- Must be able to move about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
Required Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalency.
- Secret security clearance.
- Implement and enforce security policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
- Develop, implement, and monitor security controls to protect information systems from threats and vulnerabilities.
- Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure compliance with security policies and regulatory requirements.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate security risks to safeguard information systems and data.
- Create and maintain security documentation, including security plans, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Develop and conduct security training and awareness programs to educate users on security best practices and compliance requirements.
- Support the development and execution of incident response plans to address security breaches and incidents effectively.
- Provide recommendations for security improvements based on audit findings, threat assessments, and compliance requirements.
- Prepare for security inspections and assessments by gathering necessary documentation, evidence, and reports.
- Provide support during readiness inspections, including responding to inquiries and demonstrating compliance with security policies.
- Identify deficiencies and gaps in security practices during inspections and develop corrective action plans to address them.
- Generate and submit detailed reports on inspection findings, corrective actions, and compliance status to relevant stakeholders.
- Conduct follow-up activities to ensure identified deficiencies are addressed and resolved in a timely manner.
- Implement lessons learned from inspections to improve security practices and readiness for future assessments.
- Monitor information systems for potential security threats, vulnerabilities, and incidents using various security tools and technologies.
- Analyze threat intelligence data to identify trends, patterns, and emerging threats that could impact the organization's security posture.
- Coordinate and respond to security incidents, including investigation, containment, remediation, and recovery activities.
- Generate and manage security alerts and notifications to inform relevant stakeholders about potential threats and incidents.
- Perform regular vulnerability assessments and scans to identify and mitigate security weaknesses in information systems.
- Manage and analyze security logs and event data to detect and respond to suspicious activities and anomalies.
- Produce and distribute regular reports on threat activities, incident response actions, and security posture to management and stakeholders.
ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. ECS promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.
ECS is a leading mid-sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government. We are focused on people, values and purpose. Every day, our 3800+ employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.
