Cyber Security Technical Writer
Job Details
Job Location
CNS-TX - Amarillo, TX
Remote Type
Hybrid
Position Type
Full Time Hybrid
Description
Overview:
Boston Government Services is seeking a Cyber Security Technical Writer to join our team at Pantex in Amarillo, TX which provides integral mission support to the NNSA.
Boston Government Services (BGS) is an engineering, technology, and security firm helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national security facilities, nuclear operations, and complex projects. We support clients at every stage, from strategic planning and program management to the execution of engineering and technical activities. We work to attract and retain the best talent because the best talent delivers the best results for our clients. Our capabilities are based on our experience in complex, secure, and highly regulated environments. We leverage our experience and capabilities to provide mission-driven solutions tuned to our client's mission needs and strategic direction.
We are passionate about our culture!At BGS, we hire people who will bring their whole self to work each day because we value operating with openness and inclusivity, welcoming and respecting all. BGS cares for each employees’ well-being by offering a comprehensive benefit package and providing a culture of exciting work, excellence, and fun.
If you align with BGS’ company values and culture, we would love for you to explore opportunities to join our growing team by checking out the job description below!
Responsibilities:
Document cyber security policies, procedures and authorization documentation pertaining to all network and operating environments.
Present administrative, technical, and operational information clearly and effectively through the oral and written word as well as diagrams and charts.
Coordinate and ensure technical requirements of cyber security are appropriately documented and integrated into the overall site security efforts.
Review and analyze planned projects and initiatives that may have an impact on the cyber security policies and procedures.
Evaluate cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and risk to computing resources and clearly communicate into written policies and procedures.
Research and document security best practices for particular devices, applications, and emerging technologies.
Evaluate compliance with the organization's security policies and making recommendations for areas of improvement.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Requirements:
A minimum education of a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or related field with five years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience including certifications (e.g., SANS Training, CISSP, or other security certifications).
Formal training or a demonstrated knowledge of cyber security is required.
Technical computing expertise with working knowledge of security controls for networks, systems, databases, and enterprise applications is required as well as knowledge of system life cycle methodologies to include risk management and configuration management.
Must have a working knowledge of the National Institute of Standard and Technology (NIST) policy and procedures.
Knowledge of federal cybersecurity protection standards and baselines (e.g. Cybersecurity Framework, NIST 800 series Special Publications, DoD STIGs, CNSSI 1253, DOE SD 205.1, DOE O 205.1).
Must have prior technical editing experience for start to finish completion of policies and procedures in IT and Cyber fields.
Ability to develop and update cybersecurity policy documents, system security plans, baselines and threat models for deployment and risk acceptance decisions.
Strong teamwork skills, including interaction with end users and operations personnel, in a service-oriented environment.
Understanding of networking technologies and protocols.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” clearance.
Must be willing to work onsite a minimum of 2 day per week.
Successful drug screening.
Must be a US citizen.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with the integration of new information technology into existing infrastructures is desired as well as familiarity with DOE/NNSA cyber security policy and associated implementation.
An Active Q Clearance.
20 years of relevant professional experience.
10 years of DOE specific experience.
Benefits:
BGS offers a competitive total compensation package to eligible employees. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short-Term Disability.
EEO:
Boston Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.