Senior Information System Security Officer
About The Position
The Senior Information System Security Officer (Sr. ISSO) assists in preparing, developing, and maintaining specialized information system security plans used to obtain or retain DCSA accreditation. The role provides day-to-day technical support for classified information systems, oversees system compliance and auditing, and prepares system configurations for ISSM certification and/or DCSA accreditation or assessment. The Sr. ISSO also supports security training, control implementation and validation, spill response, and investigations of information system security violations, while assisting the ISSM in safeguarding, handling, and controlling classified materials, documents, and equipment. The position requires knowledge of applicable company and government security requirements, including NISPOM, DAAPM, DAAG, and the Risk Management Framework. It requires a current security clearance and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. Domestic and international travel of approximately +/-10% may be required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as computer science, information systems, engineering, or another technical discipline involving information systems.
- 15+ years of relevant experience.
- Knowledge of Windows desktop and server operating systems, Red Hat Linux operating systems, and their peripherals.
- Knowledge of information systems security and the ability to enforce company and government regulations.
- Experience interpreting, implementing, and assessing DISA STIGs.
- Knowledge of NISPOM, DAAPM, and the Risk Management Framework; the job description also identifies DAAG knowledge as required.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Outlook, Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio.
- Experience supporting and configuring SIEM tools.
- Must obtain and maintain an Intermediate cybersecurity certification, such as Security+ or equivalent under DoD 8140.
- Must obtain a CISSP, CISM, GSLC, CASP, CCISO, or other advanced-level certification required under DoD 8140 within one year of hire.
- Must have a current security clearance and be able to obtain a Secret clearance.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally approximately +/-10%.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Nice To Haves
- Linux+, Network+, or similar certifications are preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Review and revise information system plans based on analysis of existing equipment configurations, documenting changes and special security requirements.
- Provide day-to-day technical support to classified information systems and ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Oversee information system compliance and auditing.
- Prepare information system configurations for ISSM certification and/or DCSA accreditation or assessment.
- Assist with designing, developing, and implementing annual information system security training for end users, Data Transfer Agents, and System Administrators.
- Assist System Administrators in implementing and validating security-relevant controls on computing systems, network devices, SAN storage, virtualization hosts, and virtualized systems and appliances.
- Assist with spill containment and cleanup.
- Participate in investigations of information system security violations and provide lessons learned to help prevent recurrence.
- Assist the ISSM with information system security tasks for safeguarding, handling, and controlling classified materials, documents, and equipment.
- Follow import/export requirements and consult with facility import/export personnel as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
