Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Modern Technology Solutions Inc•Boston, MA

16h•$120,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

MTSI is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join its team at Hanscom Air Force Base, Massachusetts. The role supports the security and compliance of information systems in Department of Defense Special Access Program (SAP), SCI, and collateral environments. Working closely with the ISSM and ISO, the ISSO oversees day-to-day cybersecurity operations, maintains authorization and compliance documentation, assesses security impacts of system changes, and helps ensure information systems remain secure, compliant, and mission-ready in accordance with DoD requirements. The position requires at least five years of related experience, with seven years desired; relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree. A related bachelor's degree is required unless experience is considered in its place. Candidates must meet the DoD Directive 8570.01-M certification requirements for Information Assurance Technician Level II or Information Assurance Manager II, hold an active Top Secret clearance with SCI and SAP eligibility, and be willing to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph. The stated pay range is $120,000 to $140,000 per year. Base pay may vary based on government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other factors. MTSI offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis, and the posting will be renewed periodically until the position is filled.

Requirements

At least 5 years of related experience; 7 years of experience is desired. Years of experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
Prior performance in roles such as System Administrator, Network Administrator, or ISSO.
Experience implementing and supporting the DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) and system authorization processes.
Must meet DoD Directive 8570.01-M certification requirements for Information Assurance Technician Level II or Information Assurance Manager II.
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI and SAP eligibility.
Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph.
Bachelor's degree in a related discipline, unless years of experience are considered in lieu of the degree.

Nice To Haves

Seven years of experience is desired.

Responsibilities

Assist the ISSM in meeting their duties and responsibilities.
Prepare, review, and update authorization packages.
Ensure approved procedures are in place for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying various types of hardware and media.
Notify the ISSM when changes occur that might affect the authorization determination of information systems.
Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with the security authorization package.
Coordinate hardware, software, or firmware changes and modifications with the ISSM and AO/DAO before implementation.
Monitor system recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly restored and functioning correctly.
Ensure all information-system security documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals.
Ensure audit records are collected, reviewed, and documented, including anomalies.
Attend required technical and security training relevant to assigned duties, such as operating system, networking, and security management training.
Execute the cybersecurity portion of the self-inspection, including providing security coordination and reviewing all system assessment plans.
Identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities and assist with implementing countermeasures.
Prepare reports on the status of security safeguards applied to computer systems.
Perform ISSO duties in support of in-house and external customers.
Conduct security impact analysis activities and provide the results to the ISSM for configuration management changes to authorization boundaries.