STIG Compliance Specialist*

Location : Adelphi, MD
Required Clearance : Top Secret
Certifications : IAM ll Level
Required Education : Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
Required Experience : Minimum of 5+ years of experience in IT compliance, cybersecurity, or a related field.
Description
PingWind is seeking a STIG (Security Technical Implementation Guide) Compliance Specialist responsible for ensuring that the organization's IT systems and applications adhere to DoD (Department of Defense) security standards. This role involves conducting compliance assessments, implementing security controls, and maintaining documentation to meet STIG requirements.
Responsibilities
Typical Responsibilities/Tasks:
• Conduct thorough compliance assessments of IT systems, applications, and networks against applicable STIGs.
• Identify and document security vulnerabilities and non-compliant configurations.
• Implement and configure security controls in alignment with STIG requirements.
• Work with IT and development teams to ensure systems are configured securely and in compliance with STIGs.
• Strong knowledge of STIG requirements and DoD security standards
• Experience with compliance assessment tools and techniques
• Proficiency in configuring and securing IT systems IAW STIG requirements
• Provide technical guidance and support for the implementation of security controls.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation of compliance activities, including assessment findings, remediation actions, and status reports.
• Prepare and submit compliance reports to management and regulatory authorities as required.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Qualifications
• Top Secret
• IAM II Level
Desired Qualifications
• Master's Degree
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 a VA CVE certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with offices in Washington DC and Northern Virginia.
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.