Careers

We understand the importance of a good work-and-family balance.

We are happy to offer a flexible work schedule, family-friendly leave policies, opportunities to grow, health insurance, stock options, and more.

If you are interested in working with our dynamic team, please forward your resume to jobs@candasolutions.com

Records Technician Team Leader

Job Duties

The Records Technician Team Leader directly supports national security and suitability investigations, focusing on performing background investigations on behalf of Government clients. This role maintains daily oversight of the Records Technician team and provides them effective guidance. This role is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Records Technician team and manages the daily workload in accordance with CANDA procedures, standards and guidelines, and our government clients. In addition, this role is responsible for retrieving records, conducting research, and preparing reports of investigation in compliance with Federal standards and agency regulations.

Security Clearance

Top Secret Clearance, or be able to obtain the required U.S. Government Security Clearance

Location

Remote/home-based

Supervisory Responsibilities

Recruit, interview, hire, and train new staff.
Oversee the daily workflow of the team.
Set clear team goals.
Monitor team performance and report on metrics.
Motivate team members.
Discover training needs and provide coaching.
Listen to team members’ feedback and resolve any issues or conflicts.
Recognize high performance and reward accomplishments.
Handle discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Duties/Responsibilities

Complete record searches at law enforcement agencies, courthouses, and employment, education, and health institutions.
Conduct online database searches for retrieval of various records pertinent to a background investigation.
Compile information obtained in a concise, comprehensive report of investigation in accordance with CANDA and government standards, guidelines and policies.
Meet quality, timeliness and production standards.

Basic Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship;
Minimum 18 years of age;
High School diploma or general education degree (GED); one to two years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience;
One-year supervisory experience managing a team;
Minimum of one year of experience within the last three years of conducting/reviewing background investigations for the Federal government;
Must be able to successfully complete and pass all required training.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
May be required to lift and carry awkward items weighing up to 15 lbs.
Regular use of phone, internet, and fax machine.

Other Requirements

Successfully pass criminal record and credit report checks;
Successfully complete a security interview;
Must have Top Secret Clearance or be able to obtain the required U.S. Government Security Clearance.

Benefits

Comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation, a flexible benefits package, work-life balance, and tailored career development programs that reflect a commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance
Paid Time-Off Program & Company Paid Holidays
401(k) Retirement Plan
Insurance: Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
On-the-job Training, Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

NO RECRUITERS

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Records Technician

Job Duties

The Records Technician directly supports national security and suitability investigations, focusing on performing background investigations on behalf of Government clients. This role is responsible for retrieving records, conducting research, and preparing reports of investigation in compliance with Federal standards and agency regulations.

Security Clearance

Top Secret Clearance, or be able to obtain the required U.S. Government Security Clearance

Location

Remote/home-based

Duties/Responsibilities

Complete online record searches at law enforcement agencies, courthouses, and employment, education, and health institutions.
Conduct online database searches for retrieval of various records pertinent to a background investigation.
Compile information obtained in a concise, comprehensive report of investigation in accordance with CANDA and government standards, guidelines and policies.
Meet quality, timeliness and production standards.

Required Skills/Abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Basic Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship;
Minimum 18 years of age;
High School diploma or general education degree (GED); one to two years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience;

Minimum of one year of experience within the last three years of conducting/reviewing background investigations for the Federal government;
Must be able to successfully complete and pass all required training.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
May be required to lift and carry awkward items weighing up to 15 lbs.
Regular use of phone, internet, and fax machine.

Other Requirements

Successfully pass criminal record and credit report checks;
Successfully complete a security interview;
Must have Top Secret Clearance or be able to obtain the required U.S. Government Security Clearance.

Benefits

Comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation, a flexible benefits package, work-life balance, and tailored career development programs that reflect a commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance
Paid Time-Off Program & Company Paid Holidays
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance Plan
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
On-the-job Training, Skills Development & Certifications

NO RECRUITERS

DCSA Credentialed Independent Contractor (IC) Background Investigator

Job Duties

CANDA is looking for Credentialed 1099 Independent Contractor )IC) Field Investigators for work on the DCSA contract.

We provide orientation, materials, and support on these contracts, along with a localized dedicated point of contact and best rates. Independent Contractors (ICs) supporting CANDA Investigations Division will:

Conduct background investigations on behalf of Federal government clients used for determining employment suitability and Federal security clearance eligibility.
Conduct face-to-face or telephone interviews with subjects and sources.
Complete record searches at law enforcement agencies, courthouses, and mental health, financial, and educational institutions.
Compile findings in a clear, concise report using a standardized reporting format.
Conduct research and prepare reports of investigations in compliance with federal standards, all laws, and other required federal agency regulations.
Interact with managers and representatives at contractor facilities, various U.S. Government organizations, and law enforcement agencies to develop and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships on a regular basis.

The independent investigative nature of the work requires self-disciplined individuals with exceptional organizational skills who manage their own schedules, with approximately 50% of the work
being conducted remotely from a home-based office and 50% of the work being conducted in the field.

Exceptional communication (both verbal and written) skills are required to perform the work of an Independent Contractor.

Other characteristics of a successful Independent Contractor include exceptional typing abilities, proficient use of technology (Windows, smartphones, etc.), and excellent interpersonal skills to interact with sources, customers, and CANDA points of contact.

Security Clearance

Hold a current (within the last 2 years) Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI), or

Top Secret Clearance based on an SSBI, or

Be able to obtain the required U.S. Government Security Clearance

Minimum Qualifications for Consideration

To be considered for IC positions, candidates must be trained to the National Training Standards, have at least 12 months of prior experience conducting Federal Background Investigations, and have actively performed this work within the last 12 months.
Additional qualifications may be specified and receive preference depending upon the nature of the offering.

Basic Qualifications

Must be a citizen of the United States.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Ability to obtain the required security clearance or hold a current (within the last 2 years) Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) or active Top Secret level security clearance based on an SSBI.
Ability to acquire and maintain any other specific special clearances/access requirements.
Reliable personal vehicle, valid driver’s license, and satisfactory driving record.
Must be able to successfully complete and pass all required orientations.
Ability to cover a local territory of approximately a 50-mile radius from home residence.

Benefits

NO BENEFITS

NO RECRUITERS

DCSA Credentialed Background Investigator

CANDA Solutions is seeking a Background Investigator to work with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) customer to help secure the trustworthiness and integrity of the United States Government’s workforce by delivering high quality National Security Background Investigations.

Location

Remote CONUS

Security Clearance

Active Clearance is a plus

Responsibilities

The duties will include but not be limited to the following tasks:

Conduct comprehensive face to face interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references, and other knowledgeable individuals and review appropriate records to obtain facts to resolve all material issues in a case or to establish the background, reputation, character, suitability, or qualifications of the subject under investigation
Review appropriate records to obtain facts to resolve all material issues in a case or to establish suitability, or qualifications of the subject under investigation
Document all information and submit a detailed report of investigation within a strict required timeline
Conduct efficient and accurate investigations and to meet quality, timeliness, and production metrics
Maintain a steadfast commitment to program mission in support of national security initiatives

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or 1-2 years of progressive work experience supporting DCSA background investigations
A current driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and willingness to extensively travel locally on a daily basis dependent on assignment location
A home office equipped with high-speed internet and a cell phone; laptop provided by government customer
Exceptional written and oral communication skills, such as typing detailed, extensive, and lengthy reports
Position requires candidates to have completed the National Training Standards course
Opportunities available for multiple level candidates based upon qualifications

NO RECRUITERS

Senior .NET Developer

Citizenship

All candidates must be U.S. citizens

Security Clearance

Public Trust, or be able to obtain the required U.S. Government Security Clearance

Designs and develops new software products or major enhancements to existing software. Troubleshoots production problems related to software applications. Researches, tests, builds, and coordinates the conversion and/or integration of new products based on client requirements. Consults with project teams and end users to identify application requirements. All candidates must be a U.S. citizens, pass the Government client’s Background Investigation as well as obtain a Public Trust clearance. Work must be performed onsite. Location: Washington, DC

Required Skills: Senior .NET Developer needed with 7 – 10 years of work experience in development using Microsoft .NET, Web services, and XML following an Agile methodology (SCRUM)

Creating and tracking user stories; sizing story points
Experience using Microsoft Visual Studio, TFS
Advanced understanding of MS SQL Server, experience with complex SQL queries and stored procedures
HTML5, CSS3, .NET 4.5, MVC, Bootstrap, JQuery, JavaScript, Kendo UI, Entity Framework
Excellent understanding of database design, data modeling concepts, and experience with data migration
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
An active clearance is a plus
NO RECRUITERS

Mid-Level .NET Developer

Citizenship

All candidates must be U.S. citizens

Security Clearance

Public Trust, or be able to obtain the required U.S. Government Security Clearance

Troubleshoots production problems related to software applications as a member of the operations support team. Researches, tests, builds, and coordinates the conversion and/or integration of new products based on client requirements. Consults with project teams and end users to identify application requirements; makes incremental changes to applications.

All candidates must be a U.S. citizen as well as obtain a Public Trust clearance. Some work might be performed onsite. Location: National Capital Region

Required Skills: Junior .NET Developer needed with 4 – 6 years of work experience in development using Microsoft .NET, Web services, and XML following an Agile methodology (SCRUM)

Familiarity with creating and tracking user stories; sizing story points, with Jira is a plus
Experience using Microsoft Visual Studio, gitLab
Exposure to SQL and MS SQL Server
HTML5, CSS3, .NET 4.5, MVC, Bootstrap, JQuery, JavaScript, Kendo UI, Entity Framework
Understanding of database design, data modeling concepts, and experience with data migration is a plus
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
An active clearance is a plus
NO RECRUITERS

Sales Development Representative (SDR)

Working Conditions

Work is typically based in a busy office environment and subject to frequent interruptions. Business work hours are Monday through Friday from 9 am to 6 pm, however, some extended or weekend hours may be required. The position does not require regular travel.

Responsibilities

The duties will include but not be limited to the following tasks:

Present, promote and sell products/services using solid arguments to existing and prospective customers
Perform cost-benefit and needs analysis of existing/potential customers to meet their needs
Establish, develop and maintain positive business and customer relationships
Reach out to customer leads through cold calling
Expedite the resolution of customer problems and complaints to maximize satisfaction
Achieve agreed upon sales targets and outcomes within schedule
Coordinate sales effort with team members and management
Analyze the market’s potential, track sales in CRM and produce status reports
Supply management with reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products and services.
Keep abreast of best practices and promotional trends
Continuously improve through feedback

Minimum Requirements

Proven 1-2 years of work experience as a sales representative
Excellent knowledge of MS Office
Familiarity with BRM and/or CRM practices along with ability to build productive business professional relationships
Highly motivated and target driven with a proven track record in sales
Excellent selling, communication and negotiation skills
Prioritizing, time management and organizational skills
Ability to create and deliver presentations tailored to the audience needs
Relationship management skills and openness to feedback

Basic Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship;
Minimum 18 years of age;
High School diploma or general education degree (GED); one to two years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience;
One year experience in an office, customer service, or sales environment, preferably with interaction with public;
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to customers or employees. An ability to establish and maintain telephonic rapport with various sources of information to complete assignments;
Ability to calculate figures and amounts. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra;
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations;
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), database software, E-mail, Internet;

Benefits

Comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation, a flexible benefits package, work-life balance, and tailored career development programs that reflect a commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance
Paid Time-Off Program & Company Paid Holidays
401(k) Retirement Plan
Insurance: Basic Life Insurance
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
On-the-job Training, Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

NO RECRUITERS

Sr. Security Code Reviewer

The CANDA Senior Security Code Reviewer should have a strong foundation in computer science and a deep understanding of various programming languages and frameworks. They should also be familiar with secure coding practices and be able to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities in code. In addition to technical skills, our Senior Security Code Reviewer should have excellent communication skills, as they may need to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and collaborate with other developers on the team. They should also be organized and able to prioritize tasks effectively, as they may be responsible for reviewing a large volume of code. Finally, they should be able to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the field of cybersecurity and continuously improve their skills and knowledge.

Department/Location

Home Office Teleworking

Security Clearance

Public Trust EoD

Minimum Qualifications

Five years of experience in performing software development, and three years of specialized experience performing security code reviews.
Two years’ experience utilizing BurpSuite or other static and dynamic code scanning tools to perform security assessments.
A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Management or Engineering, or other comparable degree or experience, which must be approved in advance by the Government on a case-by-case basis.
Shall demonstrate proficiency at scanning code, analyzing results, and communicating findings and possible resolutions to development teams and diverse stakeholders (auditors, managers, etc.)
Code Reviewer should have one or more of the following active certifications: EC-Council Certified Secure Programmer, Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP), SANS Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) Secure Software Programmer (.NET or JAVA), or another comparable certification, or other experience which demonstrates an understanding of the concepts covered by these certifications which must be approved in advance by the Government Program Manager on a case-by-case basis.
Shall have knowledge of DevSecOps and development pipeline integration and automation.
Code Reviewer shall be proficient in analyzing and testing web applications developed in at a minimum of two of the following languages listed below, and in combination, the team must have a proficiency in all of the following languages listed below:
- Java, C, C#, C++, Python, ColdFusion, Ruby, Swift, Objective C, HTML5, SQL, PLSQL, Visual Basic, Go, Scala, React, Node.js, Powershell Shell, and Perl.
- It is expected that this list of programing languages will evolve and change over time, and that the Contractor will provide expertise in newly introduced languages.

NO RECRUITERS

Vulnerability Management Project Manager

The CANDA Vulnerability Management Project Manager should have a strong understanding of cybersecurity and be able to identify and prioritize vulnerabilities in an organization’s systems and networks. They should have excellent project management skills, including the ability to plan and execute vulnerability management initiatives, coordinate with multiple teams and stakeholders, and track progress towards project goals. In addition, they should have excellent communication skills, as they will likely need to report on the status of vulnerability management efforts to senior leadership and present findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences. They should also be proactive and able to anticipate potential problems or roadblocks and develop contingency plans accordingly. Finally, they should be able to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the field of cybersecurity and continuously improve their skills and knowledge.

Department/Location

Hybrid – Home Office Telework, Burlington, VT, or Camp Springs, MD. Potentially alternative locales pending client approval

Security Clearance

Public Trust EoD

Minimum Qualifications

Eight years of experience in IT security, and five years specialized experience in Vulnerability Management or other comparable certification or experience which must be approved in advance by the Government Program Manager.
Superior problem solving and analytical skills and experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data.
Experience and familiarity with network security and host security technologies.
Understanding of security tools such as Splunk, MITRE ATT&CK, and other SIEM and log aggregation tools
Linux and Windows Administration skills
Familiarity with vulnerability management tools

NO RECRUITERS

Technical Proposal Writer

CANDA Solutions is seeking a technical proposal writer with experience writing proposals in response to risk management platform implementations with the Federal Government and Defense Industrial Base (DIB). A successful candidate will be familiar with basic understanding of the National Security space and various contracting vehicles.

Department/Location

Home Base and at least 2-3 times per week in person in Columbia, MD

Type

Full Time

Security Clearance

Active Clearance is a plus

Essential Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities

The duties will include but not be limited to the following tasks:

Write proposal content, including technical sections, management, and staffing sections, resumes, and executive summaries.
Review and edit sections drafted by other contributors.
Synthesize raw content from various sources into a cohesive and comprehensive passage.
Ensure final submission is compliant with regulations and instructions in the solicitation.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Experience preparing/helping with proposals
Understanding of context/country of RFP.
Proven technical writing skills and track record of creating compelling, clear, and succinct documents.
Exceptional organizational skills and an ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Power Point.

Minimum Requirements

A minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a writer on technical proposals.
Strong analytical skills and ability to understand and write about complex topics.
Strong attention to detail, including grammar, punctuation, and syntax.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant topical area and/or English, Communications, or a technical discipline required. Master’s degree preferred.

NO RECRUITERS

Senior DevOps Engineer

The DevSecOps Engineer is not afraid to learn new technologies, languages, and frameworks. This role requires impeccable communication and problem-solving skills. The DevSecOps Engineer is responsible for bridging the gap between our development teams’ needs and the implementation of infrastructure to support those needs, with a tremendous focus on security across all resources. The ideal applicant would be well versed in:

AWS, EKS and RDS
Azure and AKS
Databases – SQL Server is a plus
K8s
Docker
TeamCity
Gitlab

as well as various security tools and frameworks.

Active Security Clearance is a plus

No RECRUITERS

Business Analyst

Security Clearance

Active Clearance is a plus

Responsibilities

The duties will include but not be limited to the following tasks:

A business analyst analyzes large data sets to identify effective ways of boosting organizational efficiency
Using data analytics, they derive logical conclusions and forecasts from implementing strategies that can improve business performance
The basic responsibilities of a business analyst include working with colleagues and stakeholders to gain an in-depth understanding of critical business requirements; analyzing data models to deliver logical conclusions; developing innovative solutions for operational and strategic changes; being proficient in inventing processes or systems; and conducting tests, surveys, and workshops to ensure positive outcomes
The nature of a business analyst job involves interacting with developers, clients, end-users, and management
A project’s success depends on how clearly business analysts communicate details like requested changes, testing results, and project requirements. Fluency in communication is a must-have skill for any business analyst
Active working knowledge of the DCSA contract to include policies, procedures, regulations, databases, and operating programs to include troubleshooting knowledge
Proficiency with PC and networked environments, Microsoft Office programs, i.e., Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
Serve as a contract point of contact with clients to discuss any contract matters
Ensure appropriate management, customer relations, collaboration, and communication throughout the life of the contract

NO RECRUITERS

Project Liaison

Security Clearance

Active Clearance is a plus

Responsibilities

The duties will include but not be limited to the following tasks:

A project liaison must plan and develop the project idea. They need to create and lead the team, monitor project progress, set deadlines, solve issues that arise, manage money, ensure stakeholder satisfaction, and evaluate project performance, including the performance of their team members
A project liaison works closely with all the team members from the same or different departments/clients. They are responsible for planning, executing, monitoring, and completing the project. They oversee the project scope and team management assigned to the project
A project liaison must manage the team, maintain friendly relations with the client, build a realistic project plan, deliver the outcomes on time, schedule tasks, and delegate assignments. They need to track the progress and performance of the project, along with the performance and efficiency of their team members
The five critical roles in project management include sponsor, project liaison, team leader, team members, and the project steering committee. The project manager plays a key role in the management of the project after they receive authority from the sponsors
Provide oversight of the performance of the contract(s) performance criteria and have ultimate responsibility to ensure the success of the program(s)
Active working knowledge of the DCSA contract to include policies, procedures, regulations, databases, and operating programs to include troubleshooting knowledge
Proficiency with PC and networked environments, Microsoft Office programs, i.e., Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
Serve as a contract point of contact with clients to discuss any contract matters
Ensure appropriate management, customer relations, collaboration, and communication throughout the life of the contract

NO RECRUITERS

Process Improvement Specialist

Security Clearance

Active Clearance is a plus

Responsibilities

The duties will include but not be limited to the following tasks:

The Process Improvement Specialist works with management to identify and lead implementation of strategic improvements and innovative change
This role will review, analyze, and evaluate business needs in an effort to improve on existing processes and introduce processes to advance support services, reduce costs, and accelerate workload completion
Offers insight and recommendations through problem identification, resolution development, and implementation
Ensures standard operating procedures are established, tracked, reviewed, and updated
Drives solutions for cross-functional processes to maximize results
Evaluates current methods, identifies gaps, researches and develops to address concerns, communicates with additional decision-makers and executives regarding recommendations
Proactively offers insight, communicates potential issues and solutions to a cross-functional management team
Assesses for organization development opportunities in an effort to assist with change management needs
Proficiency with PC and networked environments, Microsoft Office programs, i.e., Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
Active working knowledge of the DCSA contract to include policies, procedures, regulations, databases, and operating programs to include troubleshooting knowledge

NO RECRUITERS

Information Assurance Engineer (IAE)

Information Assurance Engineer (IAE) – Security Control Assessor who will be responsible for assessment and authorization (A&A) activities for DHS systems, as well as assist and advise system and application developers in the design and development of secure systems architecture in accordance with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 800 series and Department guidelines.

Qualifications

Must be a US Citizen and have a current/active Top Secret security clearance.

Security Clearance

Top Secret with SCI eligibility

Responsibilities

The duties will include but not be limited to the following tasks:

Serve as the primary security lead for High, Moderate, and Low impact systems that support DHS applications.
Tests the required security controls monthly and drives the overall A&A life-cycle process in accordance with the DHS System Development Life-Cycle (SDLC) and includes the following functions:
Provide guidance to COR, IT Director and System developers as it related to the A&A process using both the National Institute of Standard and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800 series and Department guidelines.
Assist and advise System owners and System developers in the design and development of secure systems architecture as well as industry best practices and information systems technologies available to meet AIS security requirements.
Gathers required information to support system authorization by organizing technical working groups, conducting fact-finding interviews, attending system demos, assessing system security categorization levels, establishing system security control baselines, and acting as a security advisor to the COR during the security controls implementation.
Develop and update the SCA.
Monitor the assigned system weekly. In order to maintain an open line of communication, the IAE conducts weekly or monthly meetings with COR and developers.
Schedule and facilitate boundary meetings, RMF kick-off meetings and POA&M meetings.
RME review, monitor, and report POA&M status to all stakeholders including PM, ISSO, ISSM, System Owner, System Development Team, and System Operation Teams.
Analyze Configuration Change Requests (CCRs) by conducting a security impact analysis initiating required actions to maintain security posture and ATO status.

Required Experience

10 years of experience within the field of IT Security.
7-10 Years of proven IT assessments
Proficient writing and communication skills.
Knowledge of FISMA Compliance and NIST guidelines including Risk Management Framework, SP 800-53, and SP-800-53A.
A technical understanding of IT security as it relates to network, application, and database security.
Knowledge of security compliance processes.

Desired Education

ISC CAP and CISSP Certification
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred or equivalent experience.

No recruiters

Staff Adjudicator

The adjudicator will be assigned cases by the Senior Adjudicator containing the applicant’s personal history statement. The adjudicator shall review a criminal background check, Department of Motor Vehicle check, credit checks and checks through local law enforcement agencies. Upon receipt of documentation, the adjudicator shall evaluate and adjudicate for purposes of program or entitlement/benefit suitability based upon the Program Suitability Standards. The adjudicator determines eligibility for program benefits by preparing a formal determination including completion of forms and an explanation of the determination. Determines the type of documents necessary to support a decision. Using a legal framework establishes pertinent findings of fact and uses those to rationalize and explain decisions. Incorporates new material and· updates knowledge of program standards as a result of reading, feedback and training. The adjudicator will upload all required documents to the case management system and assemble case jackets for eligible candidates.

Must be knowledgeable about all applicable fraud statutes, local, state, and federal, to ensure duties and assignments are carried out within the requirements of applicable law and client expectations.
Must maintain the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality when handling information related to the contract.
Must be able to determine the information or evidence required to reach a judgement and best approach to obtain that information
Must provide customer service and serve as liaisons with insurance companies claim services, claimants, policyholders, agents, counterparts in other departments, external legal professionals, external medical professionals, financial institutions, government/regulatory agencies, potential customers, vendors and suppliers as necessary to perform assigned tasks under the contract.
Minimum Education: Associates Degree
The positions to be filled are Public Trust; Secret Clearance preferred
Bilingual Spanish preferred
No RECRUITERS

Adjudication Team Lead/ Senior Adjudicator

Adjudicator Plus+
Must be trained by an approved or recognized training program (e.g. Federal Background Investigator Training Program (FBITP), local law enforcement training or Reid School) and have no less than two years of experience as a Background Investigator, Criminal Investigator, Security Specialist or Adjudicator with a federal agency, police department, recognized private contractor or military related training specializing in background investigations.
Minimum education: Bachelor’s Degree
Secret Clearance Preferred, but must be obtainable
Bilingual Spanish preferred
No RECRUITERS

Personnel Security Assistant

Receives and processes investigation forms, checking for completeness and accuracy.
Establishes contact with individuals to obtain any missing information required to complete the forms.
Screens investigation forms for any derogatory information and refers any derogatory information to an adjudicator.
Prepares official and routine correspondence to applicants, employees, contractors, volunteers, other federal agencies, and external stakeholders for the purpose of requesting information and/or clarification of data.
Utilizes various software, automated systems, e-mail, word processing, databases, and spreadsheets to carry out duties that support the personnel security program.
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED
The positions to be filled are Public Trust; Secret Clearance preferred
Bilingual Spanish preferred
No RECRUITERS

Java / J2EE Senior Developer

• At least 8 years of experience
• OO Design and Development
• Java Development using J2EE, JSP, EJB, Servlets, Struts
• SOAP, XML, Web Services
• Ant
• Database experience using Oracle, mySQL or SQL Server
• Unix / Linux
• Application servers such as JBoss, Weblogic or WebSphere
• Agile Software Development Practices
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Experience using software development best practices
• US Citizen
• TSA or DHS experience is a plus
• Secret Clearance or higher is a plus
• No recruiters

Quality Assurance Automation Engineer

We are looking for an Automation Engineer who is a US Citizen.

No recruiters

Must Haves

3-5 years of experience in automation – specifically developing automated scripts from scratch
Experience testing GUI applications, web services and/or web applications (backend and frontend)
Experience with Selenium and cucumber/gherkins or spec flow
Recent experience w/ C#, .net – (preferably “first-language”)
Experience automating in Azure or AWS
Experience with cross-browser testing

Security Engineer (Junior)

This position will be based in Annapolis Junction, MD

No recruiters

Responsibilities

Review and analyze all system artifacts for accuracy, completeness, in support of an authorization to operate (ATO) requests.
Conduct audits of completed remediation packages for Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) for completeness and compliance
Draft document review and feedback on application of security and privacy requirements (eg. technical review board (TRB), review of SPs, RA’s, contingency plan, POA&M reports).
Determine the impact of new technology or policy (e.g., CDM technologies, anomaly based tools, virtual environments, etc.) on the TSA information security program
Where requested, conduct meetings, including preparing, documenting, and recording minutes
Recommend, develop, and maintain monthly, quarterly, and annual Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) reporting documents in TSA’s required format.
Maintain and leverage existing Security scan tools and techniques including:
- Tenable Security Center
- Nessus
- DbProtect
- AppScan Enterprise (including white and black box testing)
- Venafi
- RedSeal
- Burp Suite Pro.
Support implementation of new Security scan tools and techniques as necessary.
Prepare responses to federal ad hoc reporting requirements. The contractor shall provide to TSA an accomplishment report of Ad hoc Security Engineering services provided (Deliverable #4).
Prepare FISMA Reporting documents quarterly and annually.
Report on FISMA Inventory and provide POA&M reports monthly.
Develop alternatives of system designs and/or architectures which consider trade-offs between security requirements, functional/operational requirements and cost.
Determine the impact of new or changing applicable federal policy changes.
Determine the impact of new or revised legislation and regulations (OMB, HIPAA, FISCAM, etc.).
Provide security engineering subject matter expertise in coordination with Enterprise Architecture and Technical Review Board to conduct technical review board program planning reviews related to future enterprise architecture updates and proposed information security mechanisms

Qualifications

Active Secret Clearance
Possesses and applies expertise on multiple complex work assignments which are broad in nature, requiring originality and innovation in determining how to accomplish tasks.
Has the ability to apply a comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments.
Plans and leads major technology assignments.
Evaluates performance results and recommends major changes affecting short-term project growth and success.
Functions as a technical expert across multiple project assignments. May supervise others.
Associate’s Degree Certification Information Systems Security Professional active (CISSP)
5 years of experience
The following experience is preferred, but not required:
- Security Development lifecycle management;
- Experience with a variety of Programming Languages including Java, PHP, C, .NET;
- Experience with various Operating Systems including Windows, Linux and Unix. Network+, CCNA, Linux+, CEH, ECSA, OSCP.

Senior Database Architect

• Database Design and Architecture
• Erwin or Embarcadero
• Logical / Physical Modeling
• Data Warehouse experience is a plus
• Database Administration experience using Oracle, mySQL or SQL Server
• Unix / Linux, Windows
• Agile Software Development Practices
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Experience using software development best practices
• US Citizen.
• TSA or DHS experience is a plus
• Secret Clearance or higher is a plus
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Service Desk Analyst

This position will be based in Washington, D.C. and supports mission operations in support of one of the most dynamic and vital mission environments supporting our nation’s critical assets.

Candidates applying for this position must be motivated, creative, and able to work collaboratively across a wide spectrum of mission and technical personnel and technology.

Candidates applying to this program should have experience in military, intelligence, law enforcement, or other similar mission critical environments.

Candidates should be trustworthy, dependable, and capable of functioning effectively in a high-tempo environment where the candidate is part of a larger, integrated team of multi-functional professionals focused on mission accomplishment.

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Responsibilities

• Perform daily system checks on voice, video display server, video teleconferencing, information technology, and the radio communications systems.
• Operate, administer, troubleshoot and resolve technical issues relating to outages or system operation to include:

Radio equipment, secure telephones, video communications systems, video-wall display units, desktop computers and printers, and other ancillary technical equipment and components.
Systems administration and provisioning of Microsoft Operating Systems, Microsoft Office applications, third-party COTS products (e.g., Adobe, Internet Explorer, JAVA, etc.), Active Directory administration, and other Tier I and II systems administration functions.
Performing end-user and desk-side support to mission operations staff, executives, and other operations center staff.
Tracking and managing all problems and issues from identification through resolution, including pro-active inquiries, ticket management, and interfacing and collaborating with Tier II and Tier III technical experts, both Government and Contractor staff, to troubleshoot and resolve any technical issues.
Maintaining certifications and continually learning about new technologies, techniques, and procedures to stay abreast of leading technologies and aligning with enterprise-level modernization efforts.

Qualifications

• An active Top Secret Clearance is required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, professional training or work experience
• 15+ years of IT experience is required
• Experience in mission critical, 24×7 operational environments
• Strong written and verbal communications skills and the ability to interact with people at all levels are required
• A calm, professional attitude regarding attention to detail and customer service and excellent organizational skills are required
• The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements to access sensitive information, which requires US citizenship.
• Experience or Certifications with the following technology: Motorola LMR devices and Radio over IP consoles, Cisco network and VTC devices, Juniper network devices, Planar displays, Miscrosoft OS/Office, VIPER and STE phones, Microsoft SCCM, SolarWinds, Netcool, Netbrain, and other technologies.

QA Tester

We are looking for a QA Tester to assess software quality through manual and automated testing. You will be responsible for finding and reporting bugs and glitches. In this role, you should have a keen eye for detail and excellent communication skills. If you are also competent in executing test cases and are passionate about quality, we would like to meet you. Ultimately, you will ensure that our products, applications, and systems work correctly.

5-7 Years of test and testing experience; test case design, authoring test cases,
3-5 years of experience in automation – specifically developing automated scripts from scratch
Experience testing GUI applications, web services and/or web applications (backend and frontend)
Experience with Selenium and cucumber/gherkins, or spec flow, or Smart Bear TestComplete
Recent experience w/ C#, .net – (preferably “first-language”)
Experience with Java, JMeter, performance testing
Experience automating in Azure or AWS, gitlab, CI/CD, project management, teamcity, etc.
Experience with cross-browser testing

Site Reliability Engineer

As a Site Reliability Engineer, you will be part developer, part operations, all continuous integration and delivery expert; you will be integral to the design, set up, automation, and maintenance of our entire integration and delivery pipeline. The ideal candidate should have a deep software development background married with effective intercommunication skills to promote compromise with developers, support engineers, customers, and senior management. They will be embedded within the development teams, working with our clients and other engineers and developers gathering requirements, architecting and communicating an end-to-end, automated CI/CD pipeline.

Clearance

Public Trust Eligible; US Citizen

Location

Client site/Remote, Washington, DC

Responsibilities

Create and maintain terraform & ansible automation scripts for essential tools, services, and configurations.
Create automation frameworks and write automation scripts for moving code through the SDLC process, including testing scripts
Seek and explore opportunities to automate all operational activities.
Design, develop and deploy automation solutions to enable self service capabilities for end users.
Write robust frontend and backend API automation tests.
Design and develop automated solutions across several services and systems in a cross-functional, agile environment.

Knowledge and Skills

Strong ansible and Terraform development skills.
Advanced automated script design, coding, debugging, and maintenance skills (using bash, python, etc).
Strong experience in CI/CD toolsets (e.g. AWS Code Pipeline/Code Build, Jenkins, GitLab, etc).
Patience and tolerance for when things just go wrong.
Skilled and disciplined to work remote with a distributed team.
Excellent communications skills (written, verbal, & virtual).
Strong drive, self-motivated, logical, and detail-oriented.
Passion for new technologies, software & processes.
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines is essential.
Other tools: Packer, Docker, Selenium, ReadyAPI (SoapUI Pro, LoadUI Pro, ServiceV Pro)

Education and work experience

Bachelors Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
8+ years’ experience in a specifically DevOps role supporting developers by providing infrastructure, maintaining CI/CD systems
10+ years’ experience in overall software development and distributed applications
AWS Solutions Architect (Professional) Preferred
AWS Solutions Architect (Associate) Required

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