ISSO TS/SCI

We are seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to ensure compliance with agency directives, instructions, and memos related to information assurance. The ISSO will support a range of cybersecurity activities in accordance with Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements and will contribute to maintaining the operational security posture of critical systems.

Responsibilities:

• Perform tasks delegated by the ISSM to support information assurance programs including security authorization activities, SSPs, risk assessments, and A&A packages
• Maintain operational security posture to ensure policies, standards, and procedures are established and followed
• Perform vulnerability/risk assessment analyses in support of Assessment & Authorization (A&A)
• Review and analyze audit logs to detect anomalies and potential threats
• Conduct vulnerability scans and identify security weaknesses
• Ensure cybersecurity-enabled products reduce risk to acceptable levels
• Apply Cybersecurity policies, principles, and techniques to safeguard classified systems
• Conduct security reviews and provide risk-based recommendations
• Support incident response and vulnerability compliance activities with government clients
• Maintain documentation in government systems such as Xacta
• Provide configuration management for security-relevant IS components
• Conduct risk analysis when systems undergo major changes
• Contribute to RMF-related documentation and process activities

Must Have's:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Active TS/SCI clearance with ability to pass a polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 8+ years of relevant experience (an additional 4 years may substitute for a degree)
• At least 8 years of experience as an IA/Security Specialist
• Compliance with OMB Information Security directives
• Current DoD 8570 IAM Level II certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CISA)
• Strong working knowledge of FISMA and NIST Information Security guidelines
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills

Nice to Have's:

• Experience developing policies and procedures for federal or DoD information security programs
• Security Control Assessment experience using NIST SP 800-37, 800-53, 800-53A
• Experience performing risk assessments incorporating mission-specific constraints
• Experience with CSAM preferred
• Understanding of FISCAM compliance standards
• Experience with AWS and Xacta
• Current polygraph preferred

Location:
Springfield, VA

Salary:
$165,000–$185,000

Benefits:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Basic Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program