Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

QED Systems LLC•Hood, TX

2h•$155,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

QED Systems, LLC is recruiting an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join their team at Fort Hood, TX to support Project Manager Intelligence Systems & Analytics (PM IS&A). This role involves providing expert support, analysis, and research in DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements and processes, serving as the technical SME, ISSO, or Information Security System Engineer (ISSE) on Army Program Of Record (POR)/Quick Reaction Capability (QRC) products. The position requires implementing and maintaining compliance with various security control requirements and standards, assessing security control requirements, developing compliant technical solutions, and supporting the continuous monitoring of RMF security controls. The ISSO will identify compliance gaps, recommend risk-based solutions, and collaborate with team members to address challenges.

Requirements

Detail-oriented with excellent technical, verbal, and written communication skills.
Direct experience with latest Army RMF requirement and processes.
Direct experience with NETCOM eMASS tool and able to support the program with the ISSO / ISSE functions.
Fully understand DISA Port Protocol, and Services Management (PPSM) requirements and able to obtain PPSM account for management of PPSM for supporting systems.
ACTIVE CLEARANCE LEVEL REQUIRED: Top Secret w/SCI eligibly
Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, computer science or similar field related to cybersecurity with ten years (10) of cybersecurity experience required.
High School diploma and fifteen (15) years of experience can substitute degree.
Must have Cyber baseline certification required for IAM II or IAT III (required for privileged users).

Responsibilities

Provide expert support, analysis and research in DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements and processes to support the Army RMF process.
Serve as the technical SME, Information System Security Officer (ISSO) or Information Security System Engineer (ISSE) on Army Program Of Record (POR)/Quick Reaction Capability (QRC) products.
Implement and maintain compliance with DoD, Intelligence Community, NIST, Army, and Risk Management Framework (RMF) security control requirements, including DoD-I-8500, DoD-I-8510, ICD 503, NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and Army AR 25-2.
Provide technical guidance and direction on the interpretation and implementation of cybersecurity and information assurance requirements.
Assess security control requirements and develop compliant technical solutions, alternatives, and recommendations.
Support the implementation, assessment, and continuous monitoring of RMF security controls to ensure systems remain compliant with applicable cybersecurity policies and standards.
Identify compliance gaps and recommend risk-based solutions to address security requirements while supporting mission and operational objectives.
Collaborate with team members and other function teams to discuss challenges and solutions.