Information System Security Officer

Leidos • Columbia, MD

93d • $104,650 - $189,175

About The Position

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) in our National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in information security, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Information Technology or related discipline and 8 years of related experience. In lieu of Bachelor's Degree, an additional 4 years of experience may be substituted.
• Possess a current DoD 8570.01 compliant certification for IAM Level I or higher.
• Understanding of the Risk Management Framework (RMF), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and Committee on National Security Systems (CNSS) cyber security requirements and guidance, cyber security related risk management techniques.
• Demonstrative experience preparing and maintaining SSP or security related documentation.
• Proven ability to manage compliance timelines and adapt quickly within dynamic regulatory environments.
• Prior experience as an ISSM, ISSO, System Administrator, or CSSO supporting DoD and DCSA security requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; self-motivated and capable of working independently.

Nice To Haves

• Experience conducting security audits of information systems.
• Vulnerability assessment and analysis experience utilizing SCAP, NESSUS and DISA STIGs.
• Experience with DoD implementation of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and governing directives (NIST, CNSS, DSS, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Support the ISSM in maintaining the operational Information Assurance (IA) posture across systems and enclaves.
• Review and approve change requests, audit logs, system accounts, and vulnerability scans.
• Maintain and monitor system security policies, procedures, and configurations.
• Perform daily security operations and assist in managing system security aspects.
• Prepare and review System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessments, and A&A documentation.
• Coordinate with system administrators to remediate vulnerabilities and manage POA&M status.
• Provide configuration management for security-related software, hardware, and firmware.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 11 paid Holidays
• 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting
• Flexible Schedules
• Discounted Stock Purchase Plans
• Technical Upskilling
• Education and Training Support
• Parental Paid Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree