External Security Assessment Analyst

Founded in 2003, IT Concepts’ core values – customer-centricity, teamwork, driven to deliver, innovation, and integrity – ensure we work together to be the best, realize objectives, and make a positive impact in our communities. We intentionally created and sustain our ITC culture that embraces change, experimentation, continuous learning, and improvement. We bring our design thinking problem-solving approach that challenges assumptions, prioritizes curiosity, and invites complexity to deliver innovative, efficient, and effective solutions. As we continue to grow in the support of our government customers, we are looking for driven and innovative individuals to join our team.

IT Concepts Inc. (ITC) is seeking an experienced External Security Assessment Analyst to join our team of diverse technical professionals. The qualified applicant will become part of ITC’s team supporting our Social Security Administration team. The qualified candidate should have strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with sharp attention to detail.

Location: This position is Hyrid role in Woodlawn, Maryland

Responsibilities:

• Applies laws, regulations, and policies and procedures related to cybersecurity.
• Applies cybersecurity principles used to manage risk related to the use, processing, storage, destruction and transmission of information or data.
• Evaluates controls related to the use, processing, storage, destruction and transmission of data.
• Utilizes the Risk Management Framework (NIST 800-37) to assess information security controls to measure the effectiveness of controls and identify control gaps.
• Prepares security assessment reports.
• Identifies, assessing, evaluating and prioritizing risk.
• Collects evidence, artifacts and documenting findings to support conclusions.
• Report on compliance with policies, controls and standards.
• Evaluates proposed remediation of identified deficiencies.
•  Provides guidance, input, or assistance on assessments to staff.
• Interprets and evaluating the implementation of NIST 800-53A Rev 5 Security controls as satisfied or other than satisfied.
• Documents security control compliance with Security Requirement Traceability Matrixes (SEQ/SRTMs) and Security Assessment Reports (SARs).

Requirements

• IT Security certified – CAP or Security + or equivalent

• 2+ years of security control assessment experience
• Knowledge of executing examinations, interview, tests, collecting all relevant information.
• Technical Knowledge in following areas required:
• Project Management 
• Security and networking concepts, protocols, and network security methodologies.
• Cloud Computing (FedRAMP)
• Security framework and methodology
• Information security principles and risk assessment techniques

Preferred qualification includes: 

• Knowledge to analyze collected data and proposed mitigating recommendations.
• Ability to make decisions based upon analysis of documentation.
• Ability to provide advice and technical support to SSA staff.
• Knowledge in assessment activities.
• Skill in applying risk management process (e.g., methods for assessing and mitigating risk).

Benefits

The Company 

We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let’s solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence. 

We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015) and two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC). 

Industry Recognition 

Growth | Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C. 

Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner – Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor’s HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award 

Benefits 

We offer great benefits – Competitive Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Resources Coverage, 401(k) with company matching with NO vesting period.  ITC Health benefits have a $0 premium for certain plans for eligible employees. 

We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development.  Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development. 

We work hard, we play hard. ITC is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy. 

AAEO & VEVRAA 

ITC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and a VEVRAA (Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act) Federal Contractor. As such, any personnel decisions (hire, promotion, job status, etc.) on applicants and/or employees are based on merit, qualifications, competence, and business needs, not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information of the employee or family member of the employee, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by federal, state or local law. 

ITC maintains a strong commitment to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements. 

As a part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, ITC has established an affirmative action plan that outlines our commitment to the recruitment, hiring, and advancement of protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness. 

We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary, and it will not impact your eligibility for employment. 

Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. 

How to Apply 

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Accommodations 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email [email protected].