Job Summary: Talent Software Services is in search of a Information Security Consultant for a contract position in Golden Valley, MN. Opportunity will be six months with a strong chance for a long-term extension.
Qualifications:
Five (5)+ years of Information Security experience is required; including three (3) years of FISMA related experience.
Bachelor's Degree in an Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science or equivalent. Master's Degree in a related field a plus.
Hold in good standing at least one of the following certifications:
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Certified Information Systems Manager (CISM)
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
Strong presentation, oral, and written communication skills
Ability to balance security needs with mission/business needs.
Specialized knowledge and experience with the implementation of the NIST Special Publication (SP) 800 family of publications, particularly those associated with the Risk Management Framework.
Specialized knowledge and experience with evaluating system, network, or infrastructure security controls against requirements such as FISMA, NIST, MARS-E, HIPPA, SSA and IRS standards.
Knowledge and experience with incident management and vulnerability management.
Strong understanding of how to manage risk profile for large organizations required to meet federal privacy and security requirements while maintaining a tolerable risk level.
Strong understanding of security architectures, operating systems, databases, networks, applications, and security tools.
Knowledge and experience with information security and assurance principles (e.g., Defense-in-depth) and associated supporting technologies and architectures.
Ability to assess and weigh current and evolving security threats in an operational environment
If this job is a match for your background, we would be honored to receive your application!
Providing consulting opportunities to TALENTed people since 1987, we offer a host of opportunities including contract, contract to hire and permanent placement. Let's talk!
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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