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Principal Security Analyst (Top Secret)
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Job Description
The Principal GRC Security Analyst at Appian will play a key role in advising and assisting federal customers in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure Appian-based solutions. This position requires a strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, the government's IT security authorization process, and experience with the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes. The Senior Analyst will leverage their experience to guide customers through the security authorization process, contribute to the development of secure architectures, and mentor junior team members. This role involves working with cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure in the context of government managed services.
This role is based at our HQ in McLean, VA. Appian was built on a culture of in-person collaboration, which we believe is a key driver of our mission to be the best. Employees hired for this position are expected to be in the office 4 - 5 days per week to foster that culture, ensure we thrive through shared ideas and teamwork, and maximize opportunities to connect with the exceptional people across Appian. While working in-person with customers is our main priority, we also believe the office environment enables more opportunities to celebrate wins, collaborate effectively, and build strong relationships across teams.
Responsibilities:
- Leading and Applying RMF Processes: Independently manage and execute the RMF steps, including system categorization, security control selection, implementation guidance, assessment support, authorization package development, and continuous monitoring for Appian-based solutions.
- Driving ATO and FedRAMP Authorization: Take ownership of the preparation and management of Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages and lead the FedRAMP authorization process for federal customers, ensuring compliance with federal security standards.
- Designing Secure Solutions: Architect secure end-to-end solutions for federal customers leveraging cloud platforms like AWS and Microsoft Azure, applying security best practices and federal requirements.
- Mentoring Junior Analysts: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior security analysts, sharing your knowledge and experience in GRC and cybersecurity.
- Collaborating with Customers and Internal Teams: Partner directly with federal customers and Appian's Customer Success team to understand their security requirements and provide expert guidance on implementing cybersecurity strategies . Collaborate with senior cyber advisors to refine security approaches.
- Contributing to Security Authorization Strategies: Play a significant role in developing and implementing comprehensive cybersecurity strategies for Appian deployments within federal environment.
- Maintaining Knowledge of Federal Policies: Stay current with the latest federal cybersecurity policies, standards (including FedRAMP), and best practices to ensure ongoing compliance and effective security authorization support.
- Contributing to System Security Packages (SSPs): Lead the development and maintenance of System Security Packages (SSPs) in accordance with RMF requirements.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in any Engineering discipline, Computer Science, Mathematics, Information Technology, or similar work.
- An Active Government Clearance (Top Secret and above, without any limitations) is required.
- Ability and interest to maintain an Active TS:SCI Clearance (CI or FSP), with the ability and willingness to perform work within cleared facilities (SCIF work is required).
- Approximately 5+ years of experience as an IT systems administrator building, maintaining, scripting, patching, & managing hosts, databases, and interconnected Cloud services with significant experience in a security-focused role and a strong understanding of GRC principles.
- Demonstrated experience in navigating the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
- Proven ability to contribute to the development of System Security Packages (SSPs).
- Experience with cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure, with a focus on security best practices for cloud environments.
- Passion for cybersecurity and a strong desire to architect secure solutions for federal customers.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively advise and guide customers.
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