Icf

CyberSecuritySpecialist

$74–126k United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Cyber Security Specialist at Icf. Skills: Information security, Cybersecurity, System security, ATO processes. Support security posture of systems. Ensure compliance with federal requirements”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Analytical skills; Problem-solving skills

Eligibility Requirements

U. S. Citizenship required, Public Trust clearance, Lived in U. S. 3/5 years

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3+ years of experience in information security, Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity certification required

Nice to Have

Experience supporting DHS, 2+ years supporting federal security frameworks, 2+ years supporting ATO processes, 2+ years experience with vulnerability management, 2+ years conducting risk assessments, 2+ years supporting cloud system security, Current or recent Public Trust, Experience with cloud security, Experience with identity and access management, Experience with DevSecOps practices, Understanding of data security, Understanding of privacy, Understanding of governance, Additional certifications in cloud security, Additional certifications in information assurance

What You'll Do.

Support security posture of systems

Ensure compliance with federal requirements

Develop system security documentation

Maintain system security documentation

Update system security documentation

Support Authority to Operate (ATO) processes

Identify security vulnerabilities

Track security vulnerabilities

Remediate security vulnerabilities

Support security scanning

Support vulnerability management tools

Support remediation tracking

Collaborate with infrastructure teams

Collaborate with data teams

Collaborate with development teams

Coordinate with security stakeholders

Ensure compliance with data protection

Ensure compliance with privacy requirements

Ensure compliance with governance requirements

Support implementation of security procedures

Support implementation of security controls

Maintain security processes

Maintain security configurations

Maintain system changes

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Infrastructure teams; Data teams; Development teams; Cross-functional teams

Full Job Description

**Computer Security System Specialist** Please note: This role is contingent upon a contract award. While it is not an immediate opening, we are actively conducting interviews and extending offers in anticipation of the award. **The Work:** ICF seeks a Computer Security System Specialist – Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support a federal data and analytics program, focused on security compliance, system authorization, and continuous monitoring of enterprise data and analytics platforms. This role is responsible for maintaining the security posture of systems and applications, ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity requirements, and supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) processes. The ISSO will work closely with infrastructure, development, and operations teams to identify risks, remediate vulnerabilities, and ensure secure system operations. **Job Location:** This position is remote within the United States. *If you accept this position, you should note that ICF does monitor employee work locations blocks access from foreign locations/foreign IP addresses and prohibits personal VPN connections. **What You Will Do:** * Support the security posture of enterprise systems and applications, ensuring compliance with federal security and privacy requirements. * Develop, maintain, and update system security documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), POA&Ms, Privacy Threshold Assessments (PTAs), and related artifacts. * Support Authority to Operate (ATO) processes, including security assessments, continuous monitoring, and authorization activities. * Identify, track, and remediate security vulnerabilities and findings, ensuring timely resolution in accordance with DHS and federal standards. * Support security scanning, vulnerability management tools, and remediation tracking across systems and environments. * Collaborate with infrastructure, data, and development teams to ensure security is integrated into system design, deployment, and op

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