What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Lead / Senior ISSO position at Coalfire Federal?
About Coalfire
Coalfire Federal is a market leading cybersecurity consultancy firm that provides independent and tailored advice, assessments, technical testing and a full suite of cyber engineering services to Federal agency customers. Coalfire Federal along with its parent company, Coalfire, has an unparalleled client list with deep customer relationships with leading cloud and technology providers including Amazon, Microsoft, IBM, Google and Oracle and Federal agencies. Coalfire has been a cybersecurity thought leader for over 20 years and has offices throughout the United States and Europe and is committed to making the world a safer place by solving our clients’ toughest security challenges.
But that’s not who we are – that’s just what we do.
We are thought leaders, consultants, and cybersecurity experts, but above all else, we are a team of passionate problem-solvers who are hungry to learn, grow, and make a difference.
We’re currently seeking an experienced Project Lead/Senior ISSO to support our team in Washington, D.C (Hybrid).
Location Details: Hybrid
This is a full time employment position reporting to a government client site 3 days a week in D.C.
What you'll do
- Serve as the principal information assurance advisor to the Chief Information System Officer (CISO) and IT Program Manager/System Owner.
- Collaborate with Chief Information Officer (CIO) office to ensure security/privacy/A&A requirements are met.
- Lead a team of information assurance / security engineering professionals supporting unclassified networks and applications.
- Ensure that the security team is conducting audit review, analysis, and reporting.
- Represent customer at monthly meetings as needed.
- Coordinate with security engineers to ensure all identified events on the network are audited and analyzed.
- Provide technical expertise in the areas of vulnerability assessment, risk assessment, network security, product evaluation, and security implementation.
- Provide technical evaluations of customer systems and assists with making security improvements.
- Support continuous monitoring of production systems in accordance with defined security controls.
- Participate and contribute to the Configuration Control Board (CCB).
- Manage a team of ISSOs and engineers
What you'll bring
- Experience, charisma, and enthusiasm to lead teams, build capabilities, and ability to serve as a trusted advisor
- Experience with NIST 800-37, NIST 800-53, and FISMA.
- Knowledge of FedRAMP and cloud security
- Enterprise security and consulting experience
- Flourishes in a fast-paced, collaborative work environment
- Excellent communication and client-facing skills
Education
Completed Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, preferably in an IT related field.
Clearance / Suitability
Ability to obtain a clearance or a Public Trust is preferred. All clearance levels and non-cleared applicants will also be considered.
Certifications
One or more of the following is required: CISSP, CISM, CISA
Ability to obtain the PMP certification
Years of Experience
- Ten (10) years of information technology, cybersecurity experience for a consulting or government organization or
- A minimum of five (5) years of management experience.
Bonus Points
- PMP Certification
- Previous Peace Corps or State Department Experience
Why you'll want to join us
Our people make Coalfire Federal great. We work together on interesting things and achieve exceptional results. We act as trusted advisors to our customers and are committed to client-focused innovation as well as innovation in the industries that we serve.
Coalfire offers our people the chance to grow professionally with colleagues they like and respect while tackling challenges that stretch their minds and expand their skill sets. Regardless of location, you’ll experience a company that prioritizes connection and wellbeing and be part of a team where people care about each other and our communities. You’ll have opportunities to join employee resource groups, virtual events, and more.
You’ll enjoy competitive perks and benefits to support you and your family, like paid parental leave, flexible time off, certification and training reimbursement, digital mental health and wellbeing support memberships, and comprehensive insurance options.
Coalfire is an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.