Information Systems Security Officer II (ISSO II)

SYSTEM HIGH CORPORATION•Andrews Air Force Base, MD

6d•$130,000 - $156,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) II ensures the appropriate operational security posture of information systems and works closely with the ISSM and ISO. The role requires detailed knowledge of information system security and may include responsibility for day-to-day security operations, physical and environmental protection, personnel security, incident handling, and security training and awareness. The ISSO monitors systems and their operating environments, develops and updates authorization documentation, and implements configuration management across authorization boundaries. The position assesses security impacts of changes and makes recommendations to the ISSM. The primary function is supporting Department of Defense agencies and Special Access Programs (SAPs), including efforts for HQ Air Force, the Office of the Secretary of Defense, and Military Compartments. The role provides day-to-day support for Collateral, SCI, and SAP activities. The position is located at Andrews Air Force Base in Clinton, Maryland, is full-time, and has a day shift. It requires a current Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, SAP access eligibility, and willingness to submit to a counterintelligence polygraph.

Requirements

2–5 years of related experience.
Prior experience in a role such as System Administrator, Network Administrator, or ISSO.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (4 years).
Must meet DoD Directive 8570.01-M position and certification requirements for Information Assurance Technician Level II or Information Assurance Manager II within 6 months of hire.
Current Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
Eligibility for access to Special Access Program information.
Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph.
Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.

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 hardware and media.
Notify the ISSM of changes that might affect information system authorization determinations.
Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with the security authorization package.
Coordinate hardware, software, or firmware changes with the ISSM and AO/DAO before changes are made.
Monitor system recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly restored and functioning.
Ensure IS security-related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals.
Ensure audit records are collected, reviewed, and documented, including anomalies.
Attend technical and security training relevant to assigned duties.
Execute the cybersecurity portion of the self-inspection, including security coordination and review of 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 for configuration management changes to authorization boundaries and provide the results to the ISSM.