Senior Information Security Specialist

Location: National Capital Region, VA

Required Clearance: Secret

Required Certifications: IAM III Level

Required Education:  MA/MS and 10 years’ experience or BA/BS and 12 years’ experience

Position Description:  

PingWind is seeking a Senior Information Security Specialist who is responsible for using current information security technology disciplines and practices to ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of corporate information assets in accordance with established standards and procedures. Develops and maintains knowledge base on changing regulatory, threat, and technology landscapes to continually develop or maintain security policies and standards and ensure compliance throughout the organization.

Typical Responsibilities/Tasks:

• Coordinates and manages all matters related to information security and assurance. 

• Responsible for ensuring FTSMCS maintains Authority to Operate (ATO) and other DoD system certifications as set forth in the current DoD guidelines and regulations.

• Conduct risk assessments and security audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend improvements.

• Monitor and analyze security alerts, identifying and mitigating potential threats proactively.

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (e.g., GDPR, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, NIST).

• Manage and configure security tools, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), antivirus software, and encryption solutions.

• Proven expertise in risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management.

• Familiarity with cloud security (e.g., AWS, Azure) and securing hybrid environments.

• IAM III Level

• CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC are highly desirable.

• 10 Years of Specialized experience leading IS/IA programs for systems comparable in size and complexity to FTSMCS including leading an Information Security/Assurance program for the FTSMCS, or other Army project that utilizes the same or similar low code environment. 

 

PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with offices in Northern Virginia and Huntsville AL. www.PingWind.com

 

Our benefits include:

Paid Federal Holidays

Robust Health & Dental Insurance Options

401k with matching

Paid vacation and sick leave

Continuing education assistance

Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program through Sun Life Financial EAP Guidance Resources

Veterans are encouraged to apply

 

PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.