Senior Security Analyst – Remote

ICF seeks a Security Analyst to keep our business, users, and data safe by assuring the security of our applications and platforms. This will be a highly collaborative position, in which the right candidate works to secure existing applications and platforms, makes platform and security enhancements, and helps to scale our security program through automation, process improvement, and tool creation.The selected candidate will work on multiple products and must be able to develop and present secure solutions and/or advice to technical teams as well as leadership. As such, this position requires strong communication skills and the proven ability to assess risks and advise on security standards, best practices, and solutions to maintain a high level of security quality and customer satisfaction.Key Responsibilities:Document System Security plan and Contingency Plans for related projects

Document and evaluate security policies

Ensure security systems are up to date and create documentation and planning for all security-related information, including incident response and disaster recovery plans

Review policies and procedures for compliance with applicable standards; and to identify areas of improvement for finding remediation

Interact and collaborate with senior level management, including the ISSO

Basic Qualifications:Associates Degree with 7+ years of technical experience

5+ years of experience in the following: NIST 800-53 security controls, System Hardening (blue team), Implementing DoD STIGs, Leading Incident Response

Strong foundation in one or more of the following: Data management security, Authentication, Applied cryptography, Linux security, Network & Cloud security

Advanced knowledge of Linux platforms

Understanding of software development and working experience with any one of the higher level programming languages or scripting

Familiarity and experience with security technologies such as security engineering, security architecture, cryptography, data security, risk management, identity and access management, communication and network security, security assessment and testing, software development security, security operations

Familiarity with security assessment tools such as Nessus

Thorough understanding of issues documents in the OWASP Top Ten and CWE Top 25

Strong understanding of cryptography as applied to web application security (encryption, hashing, PKI management), including analysis and implementation

Experience using Linux/Unix at the command line for tasks related to web application development and deployment (DevOps)

Candidates must reside in the United States for a minimum of 3 full years out of the last 5 to qualify

Must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Assurance, Network Security Computer Engineering or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience or an MS and 3+ years of relevant experience

One or more of the following certifications: CISSP, GPEN, GXPN, Security +, CEH

Strong engineering background and strong technical acumen securing software and hardware.

Application architecture experience

Experience working in the healthcare industry

Federal Government contracting work experience

Professional Skills:Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work well in a team environment

Demonstrated time management skills.

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Working at ICFWorking at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth.We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO & AA policy (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity) .COVID-19 Policy: New or prospective U.S. employees must provide proof of complete vaccination on the date of their commencement of employment. If selected for employment, you will provide proof of your full vaccination status, defined as vaccinated two weeks after receiving the requisite number of doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved or authorized for emergency use by the FDA.Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email icfcareercenter@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about non-discrimination: EEO is the law (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migratedfiles/employers/posterscreenreaderoptimized.pdf) and Pay Transparency Statement (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transpEnglishunformattedESQA508c.pdf) . Nationwide Remote Office (US99)