What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information System Security Officer position at Independent Software?
What you will be doing!
As an Information System Security Officer, you will support a program, organization, system, or enclave's information assurance program. You will support proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies. Maintains operational security posture for an information system or program to ensure information systems security policies, standards, and procedures are established and followed.
Requirements
Certification in compliance with the requirements of the DoD 8570 IAT Level I or higher is required.
Clearance Requirement
At Independent Software, our people are the mission. We’ve built a company around collaboration, integrity, and innovation and we make sure our team has the tools and support to grow, succeed, and thrive.
When You Join Us, You Will
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We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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As an Information System Security Officer, you will support a program, organization, system, or enclave's information assurance program. You will support proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies. Maintains operational security posture for an information system or program to ensure information systems security policies, standards, and procedures are established and followed.
Requirements
- Performs all procedures necessary to ensure the safety of information systems assets and to protect systems from intentional or inadvertent access or destruction
- Monitors and analyzes Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) to identify security issues for remediation
- Conducts regular audits to ensure that systems are being operated securely and information systems security policies and procedures are being implemented as defined in security plans
- Develops, tests, and operates firewalls, intrusion detection systems, enterprise antivirus systems, and software deployment tools
- Researches, evaluates, tests, and implements new security software or devices.
- Implements, enforces, communicates, and develops security policies or plans for data, software applications, hardware, telecommunications, and information systems security education awareness programs.
- Performs periodic and on-demand system audits and vulnerability assessments, including user accounts, application access, file system, and external Web integrity scans to determine compliance
- Communicates alerts to agencies regarding intrusions and compromises to their network infrastructure, applications, and operating systems
- Requires 2-4 years' experience as an ISSO on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity are required.
- Experience is to include at least one (1) of the following areas: knowledge of current security tools and hardware/software security implementation; communication protocols; encryption techniques/tools.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong communications skills
- Ability to lead and work as part of a team
- High School Diploma or equivalent and (4) years' experience or bachelor's degree in computer science or related discipline from an accredited college or university and (2) years experience
Certification in compliance with the requirements of the DoD 8570 IAT Level I or higher is required.
Clearance Requirement
- Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role
At Independent Software, our people are the mission. We’ve built a company around collaboration, integrity, and innovation and we make sure our team has the tools and support to grow, succeed, and thrive.
When You Join Us, You Will
- Support critical national security missions that matter
- Be part of a close-knit, employee-first culture where your voice is heard
- Expand your skills through ongoing training, mentorship, and career development
- Enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, and work-life balance
Apply today.
We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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