IT Security Architect - Apollo Technology Solutions LLC

Job Title: IT Security Architect

Location: Richmond, VA

Duration: 4+ Months

Type: Hybrid

The role requires that the contractor be ON SITE 4 days/week until internal training is completed (then there is some flexibility).

Job Description:

• Security Architect IV to create System Security Plans for suppliers. The Role involves conducting interviews with business units, analyzing responses to security controls, and ensuring compliance with COVSEC530 (NIST 800-53).

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Security Architect IV contractor to develop and write System Security Plans (SSPs) for various suppliers and enterprise applications. This critical role requires a deep understanding of security controls, risk management, and compliance requirements.

• Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with business units to gather and analyze information for the creation of comprehensive System Security Plans (SSPs).

• Conduct interviews with key stakeholders to understand system components,operations, and security needs.

• Evaluate responses to security control questions and identify any gaps or areas requiring remediation.

• Ensure all systems meet the security and compliance requirements of COVSEC530, based on NIST 800-53 standards.

• Develop detailed documentation outlining security measures, risk assessments, and system vulnerabilities.

• Provide guidance on risk mitigation strategies and recommend security improvements.

• Assist in ensuring that enterprise applications and supplier systems comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

• Qualifications:

• Proven experience in writing System Security Plans and conducting security assessments.

• In-depth knowledge of NIST 800-53, COV SEC530, and other relevant security frameworks.

• Strong understanding of risk management, security controls, and compliance processes.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and business units.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• This is a contractor position offering an opportunity to contribute to the security and compliance efforts of the organization, ensuring the protection of sensitive data and infrastructure.

Required/Desired Skills:

• Solid Sr level IT SecurityExperience

• Security Architecture Design &Implementation. Exp writingSystem Security Plans and conducting security assessments

• Compliance & RegulatoryKnowledge. In-depth knowledge ofNIST 800-53 and other relevant security frameworks to ensure compliance with COV SEC530

• Collaboration & Cross-FunctionalCoordination