What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Information Security Specialist position at PingWind?
Location: National Capital Region, VA
Required Clearance: Secret
Required Certifications: IAM III Level
Required Education: MA/MS and 10 years’ experience or BA/BS and 12 years’ experience
Position Description:
PingWind is seeking a Senior Information Security Specialist who is responsible for using current information security technology disciplines and practices to ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of corporate information assets in accordance with established standards and procedures. Develops and maintains knowledge base on changing regulatory, threat, and technology landscapes to continually develop or maintain security policies and standards and ensure compliance throughout the organization.
Primary Responsibilities:
Typical Responsibilities/Tasks:
• Coordinates and manages all matters related to information security and assurance.
• Responsible for ensuring FTSMCS maintains Authority to Operate (ATO) and other DoD system certifications as set forth in the current DoD guidelines and regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and security audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend improvements.
• Monitor and analyze security alerts, identifying and mitigating potential threats proactively.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (e.g., GDPR, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, NIST).
• Manage and configure security tools, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), antivirus software, and encryption solutions.
• Proven expertise in risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management.
• Familiarity with cloud security (e.g., AWS, Azure) and securing hybrid environments.
Required Qualifications
• IAM III Level
Desired Qualifications
• CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC are highly desirable.
• 10 Years of Specialized experience leading IS/IA programs for systems comparable in size and complexity to FTSMCS including leading an Information Security/Assurance program for the FTSMCS, or other Army project that utilizes the same or similar low code environment.
About PingWind
PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with offices in Northern Virginia and Huntsville AL. www.PingWind.com
Our benefits include:
Paid Federal Holidays
Robust Health & Dental Insurance Options
401k with matching
Paid vacation and sick leave
Continuing education assistance
Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program through Sun Life Financial EAP Guidance Resources
Veterans are encouraged to apply
PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.
