Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Company: Contract Professionals, Inc
Location: Fairfax
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description

An active DoD Secret Clearance is required prior to hire

As a member of the Information Assurance Security team the ISSO supports system security categorization efforts, security requirements selection/analysis, security control assessments and performs continuous monitoring.

Daily Tasks:

• Executes or supports the execution of A&A activities, including development of required security documentation, including items such as System Security Plans, Security Assessment Reports, SCTM's and POA&M's in compliance with IA policy
• Perform weekly system audit reviews, media reviews, hardware/software configuration management
• Executes security testing and evaluation to ensure correct implementation of security controls
• Supports the assessment and mitigation of vulnerabilities throughout a systems life cycle
• Conduct IA security education training for all system users on appropriate risk mitigation strategies
• Perform incident response and cleanup actions, when necessary, per company or customer directions
• Ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with internal security policies and procedures outlined in the System Security Plan (SSP).
• Assume ISSM responsibilities as assigned by the Region Manager and/or in the absence of the ISSM
  Knowledge Skills And Abilities:
  • Proficient understanding of cyber security specifications such as Risk Management Framework (RMF), JSIG (Joint SAP Implementation Guide), ICD-503, NIST SP 800-53
  • Experience implementing government security requirements to include technical computer/network system auditing
  • Trained and proficient in Assured File Transfer (AFT) processes and tools
  • Experience with various security assessment/hardening tools - STIGs, SCAP, ACAS, Nessus, etc.
  • Systems administration experience is highly desirable
  • Very strong writing, speaking, analytical, and customer service skills
  • Ability to participate in or lead security work groups
  • Must be a self-starter capable of multitasking and efficiently managing your time in a dynamic environment while requiring minimal levels of supervision
  • Maintains contact with external customer security professionals
    Education Requirements:
    Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience.
    
    CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
    Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a US Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, US citizenship is required.
    
    US CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENT:
    This assignment is a US Government Contract which requires all applicants to be US Citizens.

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