Security and Compliance Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

KTL Solutions is here to offer the opportunity for aspiring cybersecurity compliance specialists to make a name for themselves in the defense contractor space as a talented and knowledgeable subject matter expert on NIST and CMMC related services. The work we do is crucial for the US defense industrial base to align with NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC requirements that assist them in managing risks from cyber threats and provides them with opportunities to showcase their cybersecurity maturity for potential opportunities in working within the DoD supply chain. Our support staff, sales team and technicians are all coming together to make a difference. We also recognize that you're a person with life beyond work, that's why we invest in these meaningful health and welfare benefits:

Health Benefits (Health, Vision, and Dental)

Expense reimbursement

Paid certification training

401k with company match

Company laptop

Remote and/or in office availability

4 weeks of PTO

Quarterly bonuses

Essential Functions

The Security and Compliance Analyst assist our clients in meeting key cybersecurity compliance initiatives including NIST SP 800-171 compliance and CMMC certification relating to documentation preparation, readiness, and assessment activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

Review, develop, update, and/or maintain cyber security documentation which may include policies, procedures, documentation, and checklists

Assist in the development and maintenance of System Security Plans, Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)

Participate in security assessments including the coordination, evaluation of on premises and cloud environments, collection of evidence and artifacts, and documenting results

Work collaboratively with internal teams to maintain applied knowledge of NIST SP 800-171, DFARS View phone number on ziprecruiter.com, CMMC 2.0, FedRAMP, NIST SP 800-53 and other associated standards and regulations

Leverage growing knowledge and expertise to problem solve areas of concern for clients and collaborating to provide cost effective solutions or processes to meet the intent of requirements

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

CMMC Certified Professional (CCP) with favorable T3 background clearance.

Understanding of CMMC 2.0, NIST SP.800-171, NIST SP.800-171A, NIST SP.800-53, NIST SP.800-53A, FedRAMP Moderate and/or other similar regulations and industry standards with the proficiency to rapidly retain a deeper understanding of the requirements

Strong interpersonal communication skills and curiosity to continuously learn

Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize project workloads

Proficient in Microsoft Office Online/Microsoft 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)

Creative and innovative thinking, problem solving and analytical skills

Possess strong customer service skills and customer-focused mindset

Must maintain a high degree of integrity, confidentiality, and privacy

Working understanding of IT and Infrastructure acronyms and definitions

Preferred background

Preference for candidates that hold an intermediate certification required to be a CMMC Certified Assessor (CCA) - - Ecosystem/Ecosystem -Roles/Assessing-and-Certification

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, communications, and/or related fields or a combination of industry certifications (e.g. – Security+, A+, Network+, or various Microsoft Cloud certifications) and experience that equates to that knowledge

Experience with technical, procedure, and policy writing

KTL Solutions Systems is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer and an alcohol and drug free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status