Information Systems Security Officer III (ISSO III)

SYSTEM HIGH CORPORATION•Bedford, MA

12d•$135,000 - $162,000•Onsite

About The Position

System High Corporation, a recognized Top Washington-Area Workplace and Top Workplaces Culture Excellence honoree, is seeking an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) II to join their team. This role focuses on protecting and advancing the nation’s critical missions by tackling complex security challenges across Special Access Programs (SAP), Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Collateral programs. The ISSO is responsible for maintaining the appropriate operational security posture for information systems, working closely with the ISSM and ISO. This position requires detailed knowledge and expertise in managing the security aspects of an information system, often including day-to-day security operations, physical and environmental protection, personnel security, incident handling, and security training. The role involves close coordination with the ISSM and ISO to monitor information systems, develop and update authorization documentation, implement configuration management, assess security impacts of changes, and make recommendations. The primary function is supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies within Special Access Programs (SAPs), providing day-to-day support for Collateral, SCI, and SAP activities.

Requirements

Minimum of two years of Special Access Program Experience
5 - 7 years related experience
Prior performance in roles such as System, Network Administrator or ISSO
Bachelor’s degree OR Associate’s degree in a related area + 2 years’ experience OR equivalent experience (4 years)
Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level II or Information Assurance Manager II within 6 months of the date 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

Develop physical or logical topologies for a system
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
Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with the security authorization package
Coordinate any changes or modifications to hardware, software, or firmware of a system with the ISSM and AO/DAO prior to the change
Monitor system recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly restored and functioning correctly
Ensure all IS security-related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals
Ensure audit records are collected, reviewed, and documented (to include any anomalies)
Attend required technical and security training (e.g., operating system, networking, security management) relative to assigned duties
Execute the cyber security portion of the self-inspection, to include provide security coordination and review of all system assessment plans
Identify cyber security vulnerabilities and assist with the implementation of the countermeasures for them
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 to the ISSM on all configuration management changes to the authorization boundaries
Conduct continuous monitoring activities for authorization boundaries under your preview
Assist Department of Defense, National Agency and Contractor organizations with all RMF efforts