Information Assurance / Security Specialist

Global Business Solutions, Inc., established in 1995, offers customers a distinctive blend of information technology capabilities, education and training services, and information assurance solutions. Managed by a team of executive leaders experienced in the field of information technology and training services within the industry and government, GBSI prides itself on exceeding expectations. Our award-winning solutions give clients the support tools needed to successfully deliver in evolving environments with confidence.

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This position does not represent a current opening and is posted for the purpose of collecting multiple resumes across various skill levels for a pending contract. GBSI may consider candidates who express an interest in this position for future job openings.

Please submit your resume with your online application when applying for this position.  Applications without an attached resume will be disqualified.

Please indicate, at the top of your resume, which level of experience you feel you are qualified.

 Role and Responsibilities

The Information Assurance/Security Specialist coordinates, develops, and evaluates security programs for an organization.  Recommends information assurance/security solutions to support customer requirements in a fast paced, evolving environment.

Primary Objectives of the Information Assurance/Security Specialist

• Determines enterprise information assurance and security standards;
• Develops and implements information assurance/security standards and procedures;
• Identifies, reports, and resolves security violations;
• Establishes and satisfies information assurance and security requirements based upon the analysis of user, policy, regulatory, and resource demands;
• Supports customers at the highest levels in the development and implementation of doctrine and policies;
• Applies experience to government and commercial common user systems, as well as to dedicated special purpose systems requiring specialized security features for system architectures;
• Performs analysis, design, and development of security features for system architectures;
• Analyzes and defines security requirements for computer systems which may include mainframes, workstations, and personal computers;
• Designs, develops, engineers, and implements solutions that meet security requirements;
• Provides integration and implementation of the computer system security solutions;
• Analyzes general information assurance-related technical problems and provides basic engineering and technical support in solving these problems;
• Performs vulnerability/risk analysis of computer systems and applications during all phases of the system development life cycle;
• Ensures that all information systems are functional and secure.

Entry Level

 The Entry level Information Assurance/Security Specialist applies fundamental concepts, processes, practices and procedures on technical assignments. The Entry Level Information Assurance/Security Specialist performs work that requires some practical experience and training.  Work is performed under supervision.

Journeyman

 The Journeyman Information Assurance/Security Specialist possesses and applies expertise on multiple complex work assignments.  Assignments may be broad in nature, requiring original and innovative thought to determine the best course of action to accomplish tasks.  The Journeyman Information Assurance/Security Specialist operates with considerable latitude in developing methodologies and presenting solutions to problems.

 Senior

 The Senior Information Assurance/Security Specialist possesses and applies wide-ranging knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments.  Plans and leads major technology assignments.  Evaluates performance results and recommends major changes affecting short-term project growth and success.  The Senior Information Assurance/Security Specialist will also function as a technical expert across multiple project assignments.  This position may supervise others.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Entry Level

• Associate's Degree in an Information Technology related field with zero (0) to two (2) years of experience, or;
• One (1) to three (3) years’ experience without a degree;
• Must possess one (1) or more of the following certifications:
  • CompTIA A+ CE;
  • CompTIA Network+ CE;
  • SSCP – Systems Security Certified Practitioner;
• Ability to pass a Government background check.

Journeyman

 Associate's Degree in an Information Technology related field with three (3) to five (5) years of experience, or;

• Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience without a degree;
• Must possess one (1) or more of the following certifications:
  • GSEC - GIAC Security Essentials;
  • CompTIA Security+ CE;
  • SSCP – Systems Security Certified Practitioner;
• Ability to pass a background check.

 Senior

 Bachelor's Degree in an Information Technology related field with seven (7) to ten (10) years of experience, or;

• Ten (10) or more years of experience without a degree;
• Must possess one (1) or more of the following IAT Level II certifications:
  • GSEC – GIAC Security Essentials;
  • CompTIA Security+ CE;
  • SSCP – Systems Security Certified Practitioner.
• Must possess one (1) or more of the following IAM Level II certifications:
  • GSLC -  GIAC Security Leadership Certification;
  • CAP – Certified Authorization Professional;
  • CISM – Certified Information Security Manager;
  • CISSP or Associate – Certified Information Systems Security Professional;
  • CASP – CompTIA Advanced Security Professional;
• Ability to pass a Government background check.

GBSI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

No part of this Position description or of any other shall be construed as an employment contract.  Employment with GBSI is at will and constrained by both the laws of the State of Florida and those of the state wherein the employee performs services for the company.