Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

InDyne•Colorado Springs, CO

20h•$95,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

InDyne is a full-service military, civilian and commercial operations company. Our Mission is to provide tailored cost effective, quality services and solutions. Our Vision is to exceed customer expectations by delivering results through agility, flexibility and responsiveness. Our Core Values include integrity, trust and loyalty. Job Title: Information System Security Officer (ISSO) Contract: SSPARS Location: Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station (CMSFS) FLSA Status: Exempt Job Summary: Maintain Mission Specific Vendor Plug-in (MSVP) training system cybersecurity procedures in accordance with applicable Department of Defense (DoD) directives. Perform computer security assessments and implement required countermeasures; implement and maintain a site mission system and network Cybersecurity program. Execute cybersecurity responsibilities protecting and defending information systems by ensuring availability, integrity, confidentiality, authentication, and non-repudiation of data through the application of cybersecurity measures. Protect Information Systems (ISs), their operating system, peripherals (media and devices), applications, and the information it contains against loss, misuse, unauthorized access, or modification.

Requirements

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
Three years of computer maintenance and three years minimum experience in networking/inter-networking in the Windows and/or Red Hat Linux environment to include domain administration, cabling concepts, router configurations, and switch connections.
Must possess an active, or be able to acquire a TOP SECRET security clearance
High school diploma

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (preferred)
DoD 8570.01-M IA Workforce Certification, IAM I approved baseline certification, CompTIA Security+ CE (preferred)
Valid U.S. Driver’s License

Responsibilities

Provides security oversight and ensures compliance with all Performance Work Statement (PWS) directive requirements for Information Technology (IT) equipment.
The Information System Security Officer (ISSO), under the direction of their supporting Special Security Officer (SSO) and Information System Security Manager (ISSM), is responsible for the day-today management and implementation of CMSFS’s site IT security programs.
Required to interface with all levels of management and Government customers.
Develops/implements/manages security policies, procedures, processes, and best practice standards specific to program requirements such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Concept of Operations (CONOPs), etc.
Provide artifacts identified in Performance Work Statement (PWS) to the requesting ISSM for IA control validation and inclusion into the AF Assessment and Authorization (A&A) package.
Develop a RMF Security Plans Tracker that tracks completion of the plans for each control family.
Review, update, and coordinate documentation for TEMPEST packages.
Conducts or supports internal company and/or other customer security assessments.
Participates in technical meetings with internal/external customers.
Conducts security incident/violation investigations and formally report results.
Process System Access Requests (SARs) for all managed IT systems to include maintaining documentation associated with each system, as required.
Compiles data and provides necessary metrics or performance highlights.
Review, monitor, prepare, or update artifacts for assessment packages, as necessary.
Identifies security vulnerabilities and implement countermeasures.
Conducts security surveys and gathers pertinent security documentation for inclusion into system assessment packages.
Prepares reports on the status of security safeguards applied to computer systems.
Ensures AIS and network nodes are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with security policies and practices.
Serves as the security point of contact for the Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) equipment and peripherals.
Must be able to work inside a cleared facility and monitor all activities in the SCIF.
Serves as the alternate SCIF Contractor Special Security Representative (CSSR).
Supports all users of the SCIF and Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communications System (JWICS).
The position will provide day-to-day security support for JWICS operations.
Perform general housekeeping, safety, and environmental practices, maintaining data/logs/files, and complying with security policies, PWS directive publications, and other security manuals and guidance.
Complete ancillary training and participate in exercises.