Information Systems Security Officer Level 3 (FORECASTED)

Columbia Technology Partners

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About The Position

Provide comprehensive support to an organization's information assurance and cybersecurity programs. This role ensures that information systems maintain compliance with established security policies, standards, and procedures. Responsibilities include maintaining the operational security posture, evaluating and implementing security solutions, managing security documentation, and supporting system authorization activities in alignment with NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and applicable DoD/IC policies.

Requirements

• Ten (10) years of combined experience in IT, cybersecurity, or security authorization.
• Experience in at least two of the following areas: Security tools and technologies, Hardware/software security implementation, Communication protocols, Encryption tools and techniques
• Familiarity with commercial security products, security authorization processes, incident management, PKI, and related authorization services.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field (e.g., Engineering, Mathematics, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Information Assurance, Information Security, Information Systems).
• In lieu of a bachelor's degree, four (4) additional years of relevant experience may be substituted.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.
• DoD 8570 compliance with IAM I is required
• This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, implementation, coordination, and enforcement of information system security policies, standards, and methodologies.
• Maintain the operational cybersecurity posture for assigned systems, programs, or enclaves.
• Assist in the daily security operations of information systems and manage their security-related aspects.
• Evaluate security tools and configurations to ensure compliance with requirements for processing classified information.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and risk analyses to support system authorization efforts.
• Provide configuration management (CM) for security-relevant hardware, software, and firmware.
• Manage system changes and assess associated security impacts.
• Prepare, update, and review cybersecurity documentation such as System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessment Reports, Certification and Accreditation packages, and System Requirements Traceability Matrices (SRTMs).
• Support security authorization activities in accordance with NIST RMF guidelines.
• Assist senior ISSOs with implementing and enforcing security policies and procedures.
• Maintain records on system components including workstations, servers, routers, firewalls, and network devices.
• Develop and maintain authorization documentation in compliance with ODNI and DoD policies.
• Track and maintain appropriate user identification and authentication mechanisms for assigned systems.
• Support ISSMs in sustaining proper cybersecurity posture across systems and enclaves.
• Plan and coordinate the implementation of IT security programs.
• Provide oversight and direction to contractor ISSOs.
• Collaborate with customers, IT teams, and senior leadership to define and achieve cybersecurity objectives.

Benefits

• Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options.
• Vision + Dental: Both free to you + paid in full by CTP.
• Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution
• PTO + Leave: A work life balance is extremely important to our team here at CTP, which is why our paid time off plans are so lucrative. Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs is just one of our many perks! Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided.
• Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.
• Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: More peace of mind, at zero cost to you.
• Profit Sharing Bonus: End of year cash gets added to your bottom-line.
• Referral Bonus Program: Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7,000-$20,000, if your referral joins the team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level