Security Documentation Specialist

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Cloud • Enterprise • Artificial Intelligence

Effectual is an AWS Premier Tier Services Partner specializing in enterprise digital transformation, focusing on cloud migration and modernization. They offer a range of services including cloud strategy and design, application development, and data analytics, leveraging cutting-edge technology like Generative AI to drive innovation and efficiency. Effectual works across various sectors such as financial services, aerospace, and the public sector, aiming to optimize cloud costs and enhance data security for their clients.

201 - 500 employees

🏢 Enterprise

🤖 Artificial Intelligence

💰 Private Equity Round on 2019-11

📋 Description

• Effectual ATO Security Documentation Specialist are members of the Public Sector Program Management team responsible for ensuring that customer-facing projects are delivered with exceptional customer satisfaction and technical excellence. • Support the government’s cybersecurity and compliance initiatives by preparing and maintaining documentation required for system authorization, obtain and maintain ATO, and continuous monitoring. • Collaborates with INFOSEC, CISO, ISSO, and Security Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure compliance with NIST, FISMA, and FedRAMP regulations for both on-premises and cloud environments. • Uses tools like CSAM, eMASS, and other security platforms to track, document, and manage the ATO lifecycle. • Stay updated on public sector regulations, security and compliance requirements, and industry trends as an ongoing practice.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline AND 10 years’ experience including a security or cloud certification OR Must have at least 10 years of on-the-job experience • Be able to work remotely but, be able to go on-site as requested and/or occasionally on-site in Washington DC • Must be a US Citizen • Experience in IT security, compliance, or risk management, with a focus on ATO documentation in federal civilian government environments • Relevant cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CAP, or Security+ • Experience with NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, and FedRAMP compliance standards, including knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) • Hands-on experience with security tools such as CSAM, eMASS, Xacta, or similar ATO management systems • Experience supporting on-premises and cloud, including knowledge of cloud security controls • Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with diverse stakeholders. • Attention to detail and strong organizational skills, especially when managing security documentation. • Ability to assess and articulate complex security requirements in simple terms. • Continuous learning mindset, keeping up to date with industry trends and best practices in security. • Ability to work with multiple clients, in parallel. • Ability to work Eastern Standard Time Zone schedule.

🏖️ Benefits

• Physical demands include sitting, keyboarding, verbal communication, written communication. • Employees are occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. • Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.