Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

General Dynamics Information Technology•Fort Meade, MD

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

GDIT is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) in support of the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Global Video Services (GVS) business area to enable and sustain the integration of video services into the Department of War. This position is a combination of remote (20%) and onsite (80%) support in Fort Meade, MD or Chantilly, VA. NOTE: This position is contingent upon contract award and task funding. MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT This professional will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining System Security Plans (SSP) and creating and maintaining documentation required for ATO (Authorization to Operate) accreditation. This professional should exhibit experience in managing and automating the cyber security compliance and risk management process using DISA Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) and strong familiarity with DoD and DISA Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) for cyber security.

Requirements

Security clearance: Active Secret
Certification: DoD 8570 IAT/IAM II certification (Security+ CE, or similar)
Education: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, or equivalent experience in lieu of degree.
Experience: 8+ years of related experience
Technical skills: Experience in developing and reviewing Authorization packages and artifacts
Experience in evaluating security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing classified information
Prior Defense experience, preferably with DISA or similar agencies
Expert knowledge of cloud cybersecurity technology principles, methods, and techniques, as well as knowledge of the associated hardware, software, and equipment
Knowledge of the Defense Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes, Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA), etc.
Experience with ACAS, STIGs, and HBSS
Experience with Azure Cloud services and cybersecurity requirements
Expertise in cybersecurity programs, policies, and implementation in support of Defense and its Combatant Commands, Services, and Agencies (CC/S/As)
Strong familiarity with Defense and DISA SOPs for cybersecurity, including understanding the guidelines and procedures for maintaining compliant security postures
Proper knowledge and technical expertise relevant to the Computing Environment (CE) requiring support
Extensive experience with DISA eMASS for managing and automating the cybersecurity compliance and risk management process
Proficient in leveraging eMASS to support A&A activities and maintaining detailed records of system security postures
Skills and Abilities: Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative, fast-paced, growth-focused environment
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Perform, or review, technical security assessments of computing environments to identify points of vulnerability, non-compliance with established IA standards and regulations, and recommend mitigation strategies
Validate and verify system security requirements definitions and analysis and establishes system security designs
Design, develop, implement and/or integrate IA and security systems and system components including those for networking, computing, and enclave environments to include those with multiple enclaves and with differing data protection/classification requirements
Build IA into systems deployed to operational environments
Assist architects and systems developers in the identification and implementation of appropriate information security functionality to ensure uniform application security policy and enterprise solutions
Support the building of security architecture
Enforce the design and implementation of trusted relations among external systems and architectures
Assess and mitigate system security threats/risks throughout the program life cycle
Contribute to the security planning, assessment, risk analysis, risk management, certification and awareness activities for system and networking operations
Work closely with existing GDIT Cyber Team within the DISA Portfolio to ensure quality consistency and knowledge sharing

Benefits

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Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

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