What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information System Security Officer (ISSO) position at Cyber Defense Technologies?
Overview: Cyber Defense Technologies (CDT) is seeking a skilled and motivated Information Systems Security Officer to join our team in Westford, MA.
Clearance Requirements: An active Secret clearance is required. Candidates who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Why Join Cyber Defense Technologies?
At CDT, we offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment where your expertise in system security can help shape the future of cybersecurity and engineering solutions.
Compensation and Benefits:
Apply Now:
If you are a proactive Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) and thrive in dynamic environments, we encourage you to apply and join the CDT team!
Clearance Requirements: An active Secret clearance is required. Candidates who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Ensure the implementation of Information System security controls continue to meet organization and customer requirements.
- Review system documentation to confirm it accurately reflects the system security posture, capabilities, processes, and ensure it remains in compliance with designated security controls.
- Monitor System Logs in accordance with System Audit and Accountability Policies
- Contribute to the upkeep of the Information System Authorization to Operate through the management of Continuous Monitoring Strategies and Artifacts
- Secure and maintain system components IAW established Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) and customer directives.
- Update anti-virus definitions, IPs signatures, and scan plugins to ensure visibility into the latest threats and attack vectors.
- Assess network vulnerability scans and work with system engineers to schedule and apply patches in accordance with risk tolerance.
- Manage system baseline changes and perform Security Impact Assessments to comply with customer and organization Change Control Processes
- Review and Update System Security Plan and controls based on evolving and cutting-edge requirements in order to minimize system risk and maintain acceptable security posture.
- NIST 800-53, RMF, and/or ICD 503
- Linux/Unix
- Windows Operating Systems
- DISA STIGs & SCAP scans
- Cisco Networking Appliances
- VMWare Virtualization
- Bachelor degree or equivalent years of either professional or military experience in related field
- 4 years of experience working as an ISSO supporting a government customer
Why Join Cyber Defense Technologies?
At CDT, we offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment where your expertise in system security can help shape the future of cybersecurity and engineering solutions.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive salary based. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on work experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and contract wage determination that align with the specified role.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short-term and Long-term disabilities, Life Insurance, Retirement plans, Learning and Development opportunities, Wellness programs as well as other optional benefits elections.
Apply Now:
If you are a proactive Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) and thrive in dynamic environments, we encourage you to apply and join the CDT team!