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Information Assurance Engineer - SAIC
Software Engineer
Information Assurance Engineer responsible for assessing, authorizing, and managing IT services for USTRANSCOM, ensuring compliance with security standards and protecting mission-critical data through rigorous risk and security assessments.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive security assessments and risk analyses for IT services supporting USTRANSCOM operations.
- Develop and maintain Authorization Packages, ensuring alignment with NIST and DoD security frameworks.
- Collaborate with IT Service Management teams to embed security controls into service delivery processes.
- Document findings, recommend mitigations, and track remediation progress across multiple stakeholders.
- Assist in the creation and upkeep of security policies, procedures, and compliance documentation.
Requirements
- Strong understanding of Information Assurance principles and risk assessment methodologies.
- Experience with Authorization and Assessment (A&A) processes and related documentation.
- Familiarity with IT Service Management (ITSM) practices and tools.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a structured, mission‑critical environment.