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Delegated Authorizing Official (DAO) Representative Level 3 (FORECASTED)
full-time•Howard County
About this role
**This position is contingent on contract award**
Description:
This role supports the identification and implementation of security requirements needed to protect organizational data and systems. It involves evaluating cybersecurity controls, conducting risk assessments, contributing to security architecture, and integrating cybersecurity into system development and configuration management processes. The position also collaborates with customers, IT teams, and executive leadership to meet cybersecurity objectives, support legacy system integration, and prepare security authorization documentation for operational environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive security planning, security assessments, risk analyses, and risk management activities using established system security design processes and defense‑in‑depth/breadth methodologies.
- Perform detailed risk assessments to support the integration of legacy systems into existing IT environments, leveraging understanding of engineering lifecycle principles and system integration practices.
- Review and evaluate cybersecurity measures built into systems slated for operational deployment, including identification, authentication, authorization mechanisms, and cross‑domain or controlled interface considerations.
- Develop risk assessments, plans of action, authorization recommendations, and required security authorization documentation in alignment with ICD 503 and established authorization processes.
- Identify organizational security requirements and ensure implementation of effective information security policies, controls, and activities grounded in core cybersecurity principles such as confidentiality, integrity, non‑repudiation, availability, access control, and auditing.
- Ensure cybersecurity functions-such as intrusion detection, incident handling, contingency planning, configuration management, and change control-are properly integrated into the development, configuration management, and risk management processes.
- Apply knowledge of risk management frameworks, information domains, security testing, and defensive IT strategies to strengthen infrastructure protection and system resilience.
- Facilitate collaboration with customers, IT personnel, and senior corporate leadership to define and achieve cybersecurity and risk management goals.
- Contribute to security architecture development, integration of legacy systems, and cybersecurity considerations within acquisition and RDT&E environments.
Qualifications:
Experience:
- Eight (8) years of experience as an IT Risk Assessor, System Security Engineer, ISSM, DAO, or in a similar role of comparable scope and complexity.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT Engineering; or an additional four (4) years of relevant experience (totaling twelve years) in lieu of a degree.
Requirements:
- U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. CTP is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.
- Certification Requirements:
- None
This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.
About us:
Founded in 2007, Columbia Technology Partners is Woman-Owned, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business with a specialization in technology and management consulting committed to solving intricate and sensitive technology issues facing corporations and federal agencies. Since its inception, CTP has been instrumental in the technical design, engineering development, operational deployment, and support of key systems. With a proven track record in information security, project management, systems/network engineering, security risk management, vulnerability assessments, and mobile security implementation; our employees have the experience, expertise, and innovative thinking our customers need for results that exceed expectations. CTP staff have worked closely with both government engineers and management to gather mission requirements, develop the architecture to deliver the needed functionality and assess tools available to meet or exceed the needs of the mission.
At Columbia Technology Partners (CTP), we are united in being the best that we can be as individuals, but our core belief is that we can be better together. Together we will take on each mission with an execution process that authentically represents who we are. Our success relies on our team values, the foundation we built around them, and the Partners we become along the way.
That's why our pay is competitive, our missions are critical, and our benefits
represent what matters most to CTP: Our People.
Salary Range Transparency
At Columbia Technology Partners we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. We believe in creating a work environment where employees feel valued, empowered, and rewarded for their contributions.
How We Determine Salary Ranges
Our salary ranges are based on the following key factors:
- Job Role and Responsibilities: The specific duties and responsibilities associated with each role form the foundation of our compensation structure.
- Market Research and Industry Benchmarks: We conduct regular analysis of market trends and salaries across our industry, using reliable compensation data to ensure we stay competitive.
- Experience and Qualifications: An individual's experience, education, certifications, and specialized skills all contribute to determining their position within a salary range.
- Location: Salary ranges may be adjusted based on geographic cost of living, in accordance with local and national standards.
- Company Performance: Our compensation practices also take into account overall company performance and financial health, ensuring that we maintain sustainability while rewarding our team.
Really good benefits, for really GREAT people:
From our CTP Family to yours, we know how important these decisions are. Your benefits are about you, not us. Tell us what you need in order to see a future at CTP; lets get where you're going, together.
Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options.
Vision + Dental: Both free to you + paid in full by CTP.
Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution
PTO + Leave: A work life balance is extremely important to our team here at CTP, which is why our paid time off plans are so lucrative. Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs is just one of our many perks! Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided.
Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.
Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: More peace of mind, at zero cost to you.
Profit Sharing Bonus: End of year cash gets added to your bottom-line.
Referral Bonus Program: Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7,000-$20,000, if your referral joins the team.
Columbia Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. Our EEO policy reflects our commitment to ensure equality and promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our policy applies to all employees, job candidates, contractors, stakeholders, partners, and visitors.
CTP was voted one of the top 25 best places to work in Baltimore by Baltimore Magazine!
What you'll do
- The role involves conducting security planning, assessments, and risk management activities to protect organizational data and systems. It also includes collaborating with various stakeholders to meet cybersecurity objectives and prepare necessary security documentation.
About Columbia Technology Partners
Columbia Technology Partners is a National Security and Defense contractor committed to solving intricate and sensitive technology issues which face corporations and federal agencies. Together we'll make your career goals, a reality. Let’s be Partners. CTP is an equal opportunity employer.
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