Career Opportunities with Amelex
A great place to work.
Career Opportunities with Amelex
A great place to work.
American Electronics, Inc. (Amelex) is a woman-owned small business with a proven track record for exemplary customer service. Our company seeks to recruit and retain a qualified and diverse group of professionals who are dedicated to providing high-quality products and outcomes. Amelex has experienced exponential growth for more than 25 years, and continues to be an employer of choice among defense contractors in the region.
Amelex is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity in employment. Amelex will recruit, hire, train, and promote for all job classifications without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
Interested in a career that will provide exciting new challenges and opportunities for growth? Apply to join our team today!
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| Department: | Program Management Contract |
| Location: | St. Inigoes, MD |
Responsibilities: Support the ISSM in maintaining the security posture of multiple programs and labs and serve as backup to both the Senior ISSO / Navy Qualified Validator and the ISSO. Provide cybersecurity support required to develop and monitor the Risk Management Framework (RMF) A&A packages supporting multiple programs and labs. Prepare and review RMF security artifacts required throughout the system accreditation period. Ensure applicable security processes are in place and exercised to maintain continuous monitoring status throughout the system accreditation period.
Prepare for and participate in security assessments and validations. Monitor security controls, POA&M, and assist in risk assessment processes. Assist the ISSM in developing and maintaining the security program. Provide support to the ISSM, ISSE, and ISSO to multiple RDT&E programs and labs. Engage in continuous learning to progress toward becoming a Navy Qualified Validator.
This role is an opportunity to progress toward becoming a Navy Qualified Validator, requiring a candidate with foundation experience supporting the RMF process and a commitment to excellence in cybersecurity.
Education: BS or BA degree from an accredited university in Computer Science, Information Systems or a "Relevant Technical Discipline.” Must have CompTIA Security+ certification.
Allowable Substitution: An AS or AA degree from an accredited university in a technical discipline or related field and an additional four (4) years of IT experience can be substituted for a BS or BS degree OR an additional six (6) years of experience may be substituted for a BS or BA.
Experience: Four (4) years of experience supporting RMF processes, preferably as an IA / Cybersecurity Analyst, ISSO, or ISSE. Demonstrated knowledge of federal and DoD security policies and procedures. Prior experience in DoD IA / Cybersecurity role preferred. Experience developing DON RMF and A&A packages. Working knowledge and experience with eMASS. Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to work independently, highly motivated, and a self-starter, as well as ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Other: Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance.
