Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)--Zero Trust/DPaaS

Red Arch Solutions•Reston, VA

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About The Position

As an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) , you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) security protocols and procedures . You will implement security measures, conduct audits, and ensure systems meet DIA standards. Job Description Key Responsibilities: Lead RMF activities and manage security documentation using XACTA. Drive IATT and ATO efforts, coordinating with stakeholders and the Authorizing Official. Implement and validate NIST 800-53 controls in cloud-native DPaaS environments. Apply Zero Trust principles to secure data services, including identity, segmentation, and flow control. Develop and maintain SSPs, POA&Ms, SARs, and other security artifacts. Provide strategic security leadership and mentorship to junior staff.

Requirements

20+ years of cybersecurity experience with increasing leadership responsibilities (Bachelors can be substituted for 4 years of experience, Masters for 6 years)
Expert-level proficiency in RMF and XACTA.
Proven success in managing IATT and ATO processes.
Strong understanding of Zero Trust architecture and cloud-native security.
Experience securing data services such as NiFi flows and cloud databases.
Exceptional technical writing and communication skills.
CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional
Sec+ Certification
Cloud Security Certification - (e.g., CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate)

Nice To Haves

CCSP and/or CISA
Experience with NiFi, data flow security, and cloud-native database platforms.
Familiarity with the DOD/IC cloud environments, and continuous monitoring strategies.

Responsibilities

Lead RMF activities and manage security documentation using XACTA.
Drive IATT and ATO efforts, coordinating with stakeholders and the Authorizing Official.
Implement and validate NIST 800-53 controls in cloud-native DPaaS environments.
Apply Zero Trust principles to secure data services, including identity, segmentation, and flow control.
Develop and maintain SSPs, POA&Ms, SARs, and other security artifacts.
Provide strategic security leadership and mentorship to junior staff.

Benefits

100% paid employee healthcare premiums.
CareFirst Advantage Best in Class Benefits.
HaloScripts Concierge prescription medication service
Generous PTO.
10 % 401K 6% match vested day one and up to 4% profit sharing contribution.
Annualized bonus compensation.
Spot bonuses for hard work.
Tuition reimbursement.
529 College Saving Plan.
College Loan Pay Back Program.
11 Paid Federal Holidays
Generous Referral Bonuses.
Red Arch Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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