Cyber Security Specialist (ISSO)

CACI International-posted 3 months ago
$103,800 - $218,100/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Ashburn, VA
5,001-10,000 employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
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The Cybersecurity Specialist with both strong cybersecurity and network security delivery skills will need to have a deep technical understanding of Cybersecurity practices, delivering secure and reliable hardware and software solutions in short sprints. They will work as an integral part of a highly productive team of seasoned technical professionals who thrive on supporting our customer's mission and growth objectives- responsible for designing, developing, leading, and implementing secure application and infrastructure capabilities for a variety of legacy and modernized systems and applications. They will work in close collaboration with software developers/engineers, quality assurance engineers, stakeholders, and end users within Agile Engineering processes. They must have a working knowledge of enterprise class information assurance requirements and network security and survivability. This position is responsible for ensuring that all assigned work activities are performed in a timely, secure, compliant and cost-effective manner while maintaining the highest quality of performance.

  • Serve as a Cybersecurity Team member responsible for the Information Assurance and Security of application, database, and enterprise network services.
  • Implement Cybersecurity Program strategy.
  • Apply information security in accordance with National/DHS/CBP directives security policy including, but not limited to, NIST SP 800-30, NIST 800-37, NIST 800-53a, NIST SP 800-61, NIST 800-171, DHS 4300A, CBP Handbook 1400-05D.
  • Assess entire system lifecycle requirements and network security impacts.
  • Support creation of, and ensure approval for, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assess and Authorize (A&A) Process for development and sustainment projects.
  • Support program and customer management, and government Authorizing Official (AO) for all information security status, policies, and procedures.
  • Document DHS RMF Security Implementation Plan artifacts. Coordinate and assist development team with application artifact documentation.
  • Assist government personnel in preparing and presenting Information Assurance Compliance System (IACS) packages to the Control Assessor (SCA).
  • Assess and analyze the current threat environment.
  • Enhance - Implement Cybersecurity vulnerability/A&A hardening testing.
  • Optimize - Cybersecurity development environment certification.
  • Architect & Engineer security - develop security goals, capabilities, controls, and architecture.
  • Design & Implement security - vulnerability management, build security into development.
  • Integrate & Test Security - test patches and settings, document A&A artifacts.
  • Validate & Verify security - validate patch status and software control status.
  • Implement security - apply patches and security settings, performance incident handling and remediation.
  • Maintain security posture - audit security settings, track security training, monitor threats, track reaccreditation.
  • Enable assurance for information security during all phases of agile software development and deployment.
  • Continuously evaluate and recommend innovative proven best business practices and tools to enhance defense-in-depth.
  • Identify, assess, and recommend zero-day cyber threat remediation.
  • Address Cybersecurity issues to help maintain Continuity of Operations Plans (COOP).
  • Perform information security vulnerability testing and mitigate any nonconformance.
  • Supports reviews and audits of continuous system monitoring and contingency planning. Updates associated documentation as needed.
  • Create and manage Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M).
  • Implement and validate Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) requirements for all development and implementation projects.
  • Understand and assist developers with static code analysis processes.
  • Report and help investigate security-related incidents and security violations as requested by the Computer Security Incident Response Center (CSIRC).
  • Monitor and inspect for approved software usage and implementation of approved antivirus and other security related software.
  • Develop and maintain security training programs are developed and maintained.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to pass CBP background investigation, criteria will include: 3-year check for felony convictions, 1-year check for illegal drug use, 1-year check for misconduct such as theft or fraud.
  • College degree (B.S., M.S.) in Information Assurance, Computer Science, Information Management Systems or a related discipline.
  • Certifications: minimum Security+ CE or equivalent, CISSP or CASP preferred.
  • Demonstrated knowledge DHS 4300A, 'Sensitive Systems Handbook', and CBP Handbook 1400-05D, 'Information Systems Security Policies and Procedures Handbook'.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of NIST Information Technology Security Special Publications (SP) 800 series, with emphasis on NIST SP 800-37, 'Guide for Applying the Risk Management Framework to Federal Information Systems' and NIST SP 800-53A, 'Guide for Assessing the Security Controls in Federal Information Systems'.
  • Professional Experience: 7+ years related technical experience.
  • Working knowledge of and ability to assist others in the use of information security provisioning and monitoring tools to support process improvement.
  • Working knowledge of Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) reporting requirements and processes.
  • Ability to apply advanced principles, theories, and concepts, and contribute to the development of innovative IA principles and ideas.
  • Experience working on unusually complicated problems and providing solutions that are highly creative and ingenious, exhibiting ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness.
  • Experience with continuous integration tools and environments.
  • Experience with scripting languages like Perl, VBScript, Ruby, etc.
  • Experience with Computer Network Defense (CND) processes, procedures, and tools.
  • Acting independently to expose and resolve problems.
  • Demonstrated experience with HP Fortify Software Security Center.
  • Demonstrated experience with Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)/Tenable Nessus Vulnerability Scanner.
  • Demonstrated experience with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) implementation and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) tool usage.
  • Demonstrated familiarity and experience with Firewalls, Intrusion Prevention Systems, WebGateways, and/or enterprise Antivirus software technologies.
  • Demonstrated experience using IACS.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify and manage risk.
  • Understanding all elements of the DHS and CBP Cybersecurity policies and requirement.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong collaboration skills and desire to work within a team.
  • Highly responsible, team-oriented individual with very strong communication skills and work ethic; self-starter.
  • Healthcare
  • Wellness programs
  • Financial benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Family support
  • Continuing education
  • Time off benefits
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