Policy Specialist at GuidePoint Security in Falls Church, VA

GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation’s top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk. About GuidePoint Security GuidePoint Security is a leading cybersecurity solutions and services firm enabling federal government organizations to make smarter security decisions that minimize risk. With more than 800 vetted technology vendor partnerships and deep practitioner expertise across every major cybersecurity domain, GuidePoint serves more than half of the U.S. Government’s cabinet-level agencies across Civilian, DoD, and Intelligence Community segments, as well as Federal System Integrators and major defense prime contractors. We are growing our Federal presales engineering team and looking for technically exceptional engineers who thrive at the intersection of federal mission and cybersecurity technology. Required Skills 2-3 years of technical writing experience in policy analysis or a related role. Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, law, economics, or a related field. If the individual's degree is not in the applicable field then four additional years of related experience is required. A minimum of eight (8) to twelve (12) years’ relevant experience. 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. 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. 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. “Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.” We use Greenhouse Software as our applicant tracking system and Zoom Scheduler for HR screen request scheduling. At times, your email may block our communication with you. Please be sure to check your SPAM folder so that you don't miss updates on your application. Why GuidePoint? GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value added reseller that focuses exclusively on Information Security. Since its inception in 2011, GuidePoint has grown to over 1,200 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 6,200 customers. Firmly-defined core values drive all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to the company’s success and establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At GuidePoint, your colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced and will seek to collaborate and provide mentorship and guidance at every opportunity. This is a unique and rare opportunity to grow your career along with one of the fastest growing companies in the nation. Some added perks…. Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions) Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family). If you choose the High Deductible / HSA plan, GPS will contribute in 4 equal quarterly installments: ($850 per EE annually / $1750 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options) Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment Pet Benefit Option