Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) - FULLY CLEARED with POLYGRAPH REQUIRED

Constellation Technologies•Hanover, MD

About The Position

The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) supports the security of information systems and programs handling classified information. The role includes helping implement and enforce security policies, standards, and methodologies; maintaining security authorization and cybersecurity documentation; evaluating security solutions; managing configuration changes and their security impacts; and maintaining the operational security posture of information systems, programs, or enclaves. The ISSO also supports the Information System Security Manager (ISSM), oversees day-to-day security operations, and coordinates with customers, IT staff, corporate officers, and contractor ISSOs to meet cybersecurity objectives. The position requires U.S. citizenship and an active TS/SCI clearance with an active polygraph. The job posting lists a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT Engineering, with an additional four years of experience accepted in lieu of the degree. It also specifies eight years of combined work-related experience in IT, cybersecurity, or security authorization and an IAM Level 1 certification. The stated annual pay range is $160–$255, with compensation depending on factors including responsibilities, education, experience, skills, and internal equity.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must hold an active TS/SCI security clearance with an active polygraph.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT Engineering, or four additional years of experience in lieu of the degree.
Eight years of combined work-related experience in IT, cybersecurity, or security authorization.
IAM Level 1 certification is required.
Familiarity with commercial security products, security authorization techniques, security incident management, PKI, and authorization services.
Knowledge of at least two of the following: current security tools; hardware/software security implementation; communication protocols; encryption tools and techniques.
The posting also lists BASH, Linux, Perl, Python, Java, ETL, Cassandra, Agile, and IAM Level 3 certification.

Responsibilities

Support senior ISSOs in implementing and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies.
Assist with preparing and maintaining documentation.
Evaluate security solutions to ensure they meet requirements for processing classified information.
Assist with configuration management (CM) for information system security software, hardware, and firmware.
Maintain records for workstations, servers, routers, firewalls, intelligent hubs, network switches, and system upgrades.
Propose, coordinate, and implement information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies.
Develop and maintain security authorization documentation in accordance with ODNI and DoD policies.
Provide configuration management for security-relevant information system software, hardware, and firmware.
Ensure compliance with system security policy.
Maintain the operational security posture of an information system or program.
Support the ISSM in maintaining the appropriate operational cybersecurity posture for a system, program, or enclave.
Develop and update the system security plan and other cybersecurity documentation.
Assist with management of information system security aspects and perform day-to-day system security operations.
Track and ensure appropriate user IDs and authentication mechanisms for the information system.
Obtain system authorization for information systems under the role's purview.
Support an information assurance program for a program, organization, system, or enclave.
Plan and coordinate implementation of IT security programs and policies.
Manage and control system changes and assess their security impact.
Provide daily oversight and direction to contractor ISSOs.
Interact with customers, IT staff, and high-level corporate officers to define and achieve cybersecurity objectives.

Benefits

Affordable healthcare options with 80% of the premium paid by the employer, plus a company-funded HSA.
Comprehensive dental insurance.
Vision coverage with 80% of the premium paid by the employer.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Annual training, continued education, and professional-membership reimbursement.
Access to Red Hat Enterprise Linux and AWS training and accreditation.
Annual reimbursement for technology such as phones, computers, and printers.
401(k) with company match up to 5%, with 100% immediate vesting after 90 days of employment.
Professional development investment and paid time off for training.
Team-building events throughout the year.
Leadership-team engagement and mentorship.
Performance Recognition Program.
Complimentary branded apparel.
Referral bonus of up to $10,000 through the CTI External Referral Program.