IT - Information Security/Privacy Analyst II

PlanIT Group

Reston, VA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Communication Skills, Computer Security, Documentation, Economics, Gap Analysis, Industry Standards, Industry/Trade Analysis, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Legal, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Political Science, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Privacy Controls, Public Policy, Regulatory Requirements, Research Skills, Risk Management, Sales Management, Security Analysis, Team Player, Technical Writing, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), United States Citizen, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Reston, VA
POSTED
Today
Policy Specialist
Required Skills
• 2-3 years of technical writing experience in policy analysis or a related role.
• Knowledge of AI tools and capabilities to perform technical writing.
• Good working knowledge of NIST CSF and CIS Controls and other relevant security frameworks.
• Ability to distill complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and actionable language.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to tailor messaging for diverse audiences.
• Strong research skills, with the ability to contribute meaningfully to lifecycle updates.
• Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
• Familiarity with security governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) processes.
• Bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, law, economics, or a related field.

What You Will Do
• Research, draft, and analyze policies to ensure alignment with stakeholder needs, subject matter experts, industry standards, and organizational goals.
• Conduct gap analyses against industry frameworks and regulatory requirements, to recommend policy enhancements.
• Collaborate with security engineers, compliance officers, and business managers to ensure policies are both technically sound and operationally practical.
• Translate technical security concepts into clear, concise, and accessible documentation for diverse audiences.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to update CISO policies for annual lifecycle updates.
• Review and contribute to policies and standards for groups outside of CISO.

o A minimum of eight (8) to twelve (12) years' relevant experience.
o A degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is required. If the individual's degree is not in the applicable field then four additional years of related experience is required.

Additional Provisions:
• Pass a client mandated clearance process to include drug screening, criminal history check and credit check.
• Once candidate's resume is approved and interview passed, the agency is responsible for providing drug screening. Failure to submit the drug screening results will delay the security clearance process.
• If a candidate is given an interim clearance, continuation of employment is then based on the candidate receiving a sensitive clearance.
• All candidates must be a US Citizen or permanent status Green Card holder.
• Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.)
• All overtime must be pre-approved in writing by the client manager or his/her designated representative.
• Agency will not be reimbursed for overtime charges without previous written authorization. Authorized overtime will be reimbursed at straight time.
• The enforced dress code is business casual, i.e., collared shirt with slacks for men, no skirts above the knee for women.

About the Company

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PlanIT Group

PLANIT Group is a fast-growing global technology consulting firm dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to our clients that drive results. We collaborate with our partners and customers to help them improve performance, efficiency, and quality. Our team delivers innovative solutions and services - including management consulting, systems integration, ERP solutions, enterprise architecture, communications, and infrastructure services. We focus on delivering value and driving increased productivity and efficiencies for our clients’ mission. Our extensive experience in the Federal, Defense, Intelligence, State, Local, Healthcare and Commercial industries delivers proven results and accelerated benefits.

Clients engage PLANIT for our expertise, innovative approach, and our exceptional team. We promote a creative, client-centric work environment and culture, striving to provide challenging and rewarding opportunities for our company’s employees and partners. Integrity and innovation are the core principles of our company philosophy. Our customers engage us to create solutions to complex mission challenges, and PLANIT delivers. For more information, visit http://www.planitgroup.com/. Innovation. Integration. Integrity.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Government and Military
WEBSITE
https://www.planitgroup.com/