Description

You will create, maintain, and validate system security plans (SSP) for applications, ensuring compliance with NIST controls and local accreditation processes.

This role is on-site.

Responsibilities

• Create system security plans (SSP) for new applications aligned with the Secure Application Development Life Cycle (SADLC) and Michigan Security Accreditation Process (MiSAP).
• Maintain SSPs for existing applications requiring authority to operate (ATO) and those undergoing hardware or software enhancements.
• Monitor plans of action and milestones (POA&M) and corrective action plans (CAP) in collaboration with the Enterprise Information Management office.
• Validate SSPs to ensure all NIST control requirements are met.
• Author recommendations to improve security posture based on findings in accordance with SOM PSP and NIST controls.

Required Skills

• 1 year of experience analyzing and applying information security principles and practices.
• 1 year of experience reviewing IT systems and applications.
• Basic knowledge of networking components and various operating systems.
• 1 year of experience analyzing NIST Special Publications 800-37 Revision 1, 800-53 Revision 3, 4, or 5, and 800-53A Revision 1.
• Ability to obtain Security+ certification within 6 weeks of starting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to explain technical matters to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to collaborate on multiple projects and adjust to shifting priorities.

Preferred Skills

• 2 years of experience with security frameworks such as ISO, COBIT, or HIPAA/HITECH.
• CISSP, CISA, or PMP certification.
• Experience working with software vendors to implement security controls.

Key Skills

Education

Any Graduate