Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
About The Position
Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) needed to work as part of the IT Security Support Team which manages and operates an information systems security program for a U.S. government customer. The successful candidate will provide technical support in the areas of vulnerability assessment, risk assessment, network security, product evaluation, security implementation, and remediation. They will also provide technical assistance in the designing and implementation of solutions for protecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of sensitive information, and provide technical support and analysis in the identification, evaluation, investigation, and remediation of cyber and insider threats. The role involves providing technical evaluations of Civil Division systems and assisting with making security improvements, as well as participating in the design of information system contingency plans that maintain appropriate levels of protection and meet time requirements for minimizing operations impact to the Civil Division. The ISSO will perform assessments of present levels of cyber security, offer recommendations on levels of risk, and train personnel in proper cyber security protocols. Additionally, they will conduct security product evaluations, and recommend products, technologies and upgrades to improve the Civil Division systems security posture. The role includes conducting testing and audit log reviews to evaluate the effectiveness of current security measures, and participating in the management of accreditation of the Civil Division systems evaluating and certifying the implementation of FISMA, the NIST security guidelines, and the Department’s plans, policies and guidelines.
Requirements
- Will be required to work onsite in Washington DC.
- B.S. in Information Technology or a closely related field.
- 7+ years of progressive, technical (hands-on) experience in Information Assurance C&A.
- Experience working as an ISSO supporting federal government information systems.
- Experience with ISO, NIST and US Government standards and cybersecurity frameworks (e.g. FISMA, FIPS, HSPD), system administration.
- Experience with ITS Publication 1075 for safeguarding of Federal Tax Information (TFI).
- IT security management, engineering, and analysis experience.
- Must have active CISSP certification.
- Active Top Secret clearance.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical support in the areas of vulnerability assessment, risk assessment, network security, product evaluation, security implementation, and remediation.
- Provide technical assistance in the designing and implementation of solutions for protecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of sensitive information.
- Provide technical support and analysis in the identification, evaluation, investigation, and remediation of cyber and insider threats.
- Provide technical evaluations of Civil Division systems and assist with making security improvements.
- Participate in design of information system contingency plans that maintain appropriate levels of protection and meet time requirements for minimizing operations impact to the Civil Division.
- Performs assessment of present levels of cyber security, offer recommendations on levels of risk, training personnel in proper cyber security protocols.
- Conduct security product evaluations, and recommend products, technologies and upgrades to improve the Civil Division systems security posture.
- Conduct testing and audit log reviews to evaluate the effectiveness of current security measures.
- Participate in the management of accreditation of the Civil Division systems evaluating and certifying the implementation FISMA, the NIST security guidelines, and the Department’s plans, policies and guidelines.
Benefits
- Inclusive and supportive work environment
- Competitive compensation package
- Professional growth through annual subsidy for trainings, certifications, professional memberships as well as mentorships and job shadowing
- Medical, dental, vision, 401(K) with company match
- Flexible Paid Time Off Program, 11 holidays, paid parental leave, military leave, and government shutdown leave
- Rewards and recognition through peer awards, service year awards, spot bonuses, and annual company awards
- Wellness and mental health benefits
- Commuter benefits
- Flexible work options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
