Reston, VA, United States of America
18 hours ago
Cyber Security - Information Assurance/Security Assessor (Expert)

Job Family:

IT Risk & Controls Consulting


Travel Required:

Up to 10%


Clearance Required:

Active Top Secret SCI (TS/SCI)

What You Will Do:

Guidehouse has an exciting opportunity in our Defense and Security Segment, in support of a DoD/ Intelligence community client. Responsibilities include:

Analyzing and defining security requirements for applications and systems across all technology layers

Gathering and organizing technical information about an organization's mission goals and needs, existing security products, and ongoing programs in cybersecurity

Performing assessment and risk analyses of systems and applications during all phases of the system development life cycle.

Acting as Cybersecurity Consultant

Leading the planning, execution and reporting of security audits and network vulnerability assessments with minimal supervision

Performing interviews, examinations, and testing of security controls

Assisting in preparation of assessment deliverables – Security Control Assessment Report, Security Risk Assessments, etc.

Planning, executing and reporting on information technology, privacy, - and operational reviews in order to identify mission, privacy, security, compliance, information technology and regulatory risks

This position is 100% onsite at client location with limited telework options.


What You Will Need:

An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED Top Secret Federal with SCI (TS/SCI) or DoD security clearance; must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph

Bachelor’s Degree

EIGHT (8) or more years' experience in cybersecurity or information assurance

A CURRENT DoD 8570 IAT III level certification (i.e. CISSP, CISA, CASP etc.)


What Would Be Nice To Have:

An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED Top Secret Federal with SCI (TS/SCI) or DoD security clearance with COUNTERINTELLIGENCE (CI) Polygraph

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related technical discipline.

TWELVE (12) or more years' experience in cybersecurity or information assurance

Experience supporting the federal government and/or government consulting


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Basic Life & Supplemental Life

Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Student Loan PayDown

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

Skills Development & Certifications

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.


Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.


If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.


Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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