Job Description: As a FIPS Security Specialist, you'll engage with customers as a technical point of contact, offering validation consultancy and guidance on the suitability of evidence for validation. Your expertise wil…
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$120k–$150k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree, professional certificate
Posted 32d ago
Apply by Oct 6
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The specialist will conduct product security assessments and provide validation consultancy to customers. Responsibilities include executing physical testing, drafting reports, and ensuring compliance with FIPS standards.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field and IAT Level I certification (e.g., Security+). Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in a CST validation laboratory or a similar field.
Full job description
Job Description:
As a FIPS Security Specialist, you'll engage with customers as a technical point of contact, offering validation consultancy and guidance on the suitability of evidence for validation. Your expertise will be crucial in supporting our mission to provide thorough security assessments. Primary Responsibilities:
Conduct product security assessments competently under the guidance of the lead tester.
Maintain ongoing communication with the lead tester regarding the status and execution of security assessments.
Analyze and clarify customer requirements to ensure high-quality evaluations.
Comply with verification and validation of test methods and procedures thoroughly.
Analyze results, including conformity statements and applicable opinions.
Report any nonconformities and obstacles to conducting accurate security assessments.
Possess strong knowledge of FIPS standards
Provide weekly status updates to the project lead.
Lead client-facing activities professionally
Execute physical testing autonomously.
Draft Physical Testing Reports
Create detailed Design Review Forms and onsite test plans.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Meets IAT Level I position requirements per DoD 8570.01-M, holding at least one of the following certifications: GISF, GSLC, Security +, or equivalent.
A minimum of 2 years of experience in a CST validation laboratory or demonstrated proficiency in the field.
Solid grasp of IT security concepts and familiarity with CST technical procedures and validation methodologies.
Preferred Qualifications:
CERTIFIED VALIDATION PROFESSIONAL (CVP) certification is recommended for enhancing skills and future career development.
We provide the right expertise at the right time.
SPS Offers: Financial | IT Solutions | Program Management Consultants
Industry
Business Consulting and Services
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1996
Headquarters
Rockville, MD
LinkedIn followers
721
At SPS Consulting, we’re giving customers the "Right Expertise at the Right Time". By delivering high-quality services and solutions that exceed expectation, we honor the principals we were founded upon: passion, integrity, and trust. Offering support in accounting and financial support services, IT solutions, program management, and professional services to Federal, state, and local governments, commercial clients, and nonprofit organizations, our firm is well-equipped to handle whatever obstacle stands between your company and success. We’re also a certified United States Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB). Clients have included DOS, DOJ, DHS, NASA, Smithsonian Institute, IBM, and Wildlife Habitat Council.
Offices: 2273 Research Blvd, Suite 701, Rockville, MD 20850, US
Accounting and Financial ManagementGovernment Service ProfessionalsAudit SupportProgram Management ConsultingProfessional Staffing and Placement ServicesAdministrative Support ServicesInformation Securityand Records ManagementConsultingFinancial Services
We provide the right expertise at the right time.
SPS Offers: Financial | IT Solutions | Program Management Consultants
Industry
Business Consulting and Services
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1996
Headquarters
Rockville, MD
LinkedIn followers
721
At SPS Consulting, we’re giving customers the "Right Expertise at the Right Time". By delivering high-quality services and solutions that exceed expectation, we honor the principals we were founded upon: passion, integrity, and trust. Offering support in accounting and financial support services, IT solutions, program management, and professional services to Federal, state, and local governments, commercial clients, and nonprofit organizations, our firm is well-equipped to handle whatever obstacle stands between your company and success. We’re also a certified United States Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB). Clients have included DOS, DOJ, DHS, NASA, Smithsonian Institute, IBM, and Wildlife Habitat Council.
Offices: 2273 Research Blvd, Suite 701, Rockville, MD 20850, US
Accounting and Financial ManagementGovernment Service ProfessionalsAudit SupportProgram Management ConsultingProfessional Staffing and Placement ServicesAdministrative Support ServicesInformation Securityand Records ManagementConsultingFinancial Services