Job Description

Position Title: Information Systems Security Officer / ISSO II

Location : Washington, DC Metro Area (Hybrid)
Position Type: Full-Time
Clearance : Secret or Top-Secret
Salary : $90K-$100K
Application Deadline : February 7, 2025

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Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) responsible for supporting the Information System Security Manager (ISSM). The ISSO will support a critical mission within the DISA. This role involves continuous monitoring, implementing, problem solving, documenting, and communicating cybersecurity policies. The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) will perform security audits to ensure the continuous monitoring of systems to ensure compliance with cybersecurity policies throughout phases of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Document a body of evidence within eMASS. Conduct vulnerability assessment and analysis utilizing SCAP, ACAS/NESSUS and DISA STIGs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and implement security procedures and practices in support of Customer goals and current DoD regulations.

• Communicate regularly with stakeholders to provide updates on project status and address any issues or concerns.

• Use the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) of Information security controls to measure the effectiveness of controls and identify control gaps.

• Report on compliance with internal policies, controls, and standards and provide recommendations for remediation of identified deficiencies.

• Develop and update assessment and authorization documentation (Body of Evidence) for management and continuous monitoring of information systems.

• Using knowledge of the Information System (IS) and understanding of established Information Assurance requirements validate security policies and procedures outlined in the System Security Plan (SSP), customer policies & regulations, and ensure local policies are followed.

• Initiate the authorization or re-authorization efforts and process for new or expiring systems and coordinate, schedule, and attend required meetings.

• Serve as the System ISSO for various DISA systems

• Take corrective action to resolve problems identified and ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with established policies and procedures.

• Perform security audits IAW established procedures. Develop process for the management, review, and retention of security audit data. Make decisions and implement corrective action as required to resolve audit discrepancies.

• Author and review are security-related documentation and submit to eMASS.

• Conduct vulnerability assessment and analysis utilizing SCAP, ACAS/NESSUS and DISA STIGs

• As an IA Subject Matter Expert (SME), provide critical thinking to ensure system security requirements are addressed during all phases of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

• Establish system specific recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly protected and restored.

• Conduct ongoing security reviews and tests of systems to verify security features and controls are functional and effective. Take corrective action to resolve identified vulnerabilities.

• Provide security engineering review of proposed changes or additions to the IS (including hardware, software, or connectivity), and advise the ISSM of the security relevance.

Required Qualifications, Experience, Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Information Systems, or related discipline and 4+ years of direct experience.

Additional relevant/specialized training and experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.

• Possess a current DoD 8570.01 compliant certification for I IA Level: IAT II: CCNA-Security, or GICSP, or GSEC, or Security+, or SSCP, or CSSP, or CASP+, or CISA, or CISSP

• Experience with DoD implementation of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and governing directives (NIST, CNSS, DSS, etc.)

• Experience creating and/or updating a project management plan

• The qualified candidate shall have excellent customer service skills and the ability to work independently, prioritize, schedule, and complete multiple tasks along with extensive knowledge and experience in specialized area of expertise to include Department of Defense (DOD), Special Access Programs (SAP) clients, program customers, and program sponsors Security staff.

• Experience with vulnerability assessment and analysis experience utilizing SCAP, ACAS/NESSUS and DISA STIGs

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Current DoD Top Secret clearance

• Experience conducting security audits of information systems.

• Extensive training or experience with Windows based Information Systems standards with a working knowledge of LINUX & Solaris operating systems.

• Current Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) certification

About S2i2

S2i2 is a growing company with a supportive and inclusive culture and many opportunities for professional development and growth. We have created a supportive, family-like work environment where contributions are recognized. Regular company updates and open lines of communication with leadership fosters collaboration within the company.

We are proud to include:

• Support to achieve professional certifications and degrees
• Leadership that is accessible to all employees
• Regular company updates including "Ed Talks" with the CEO
• Client networking social engagements
• Monthly team-building activities (past examples: Top Golf)
• Supporting our community - including veterans

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

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