Information System Security Officer

The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) will support the DC3 program and will be responsible for ensuring the implementation and maintenance of security controls in accordance with RMF v5, managing ATO packages, and drafting security documentation.

Location

DC3, Linthicum Heights, MD

Full-time onsite/no telework

The Work You’ll Do

Seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) with a proven track record of DevSecOps success to include a combination of technical skills, communication skills, and cybersecurity skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the implementation and maintenance of security controls in accordance with RMF v5, managing ATO packages, drafting security documentation including Operating Procedures, Cybersecurity Strategy (CSS), System Security Plans (SSP) ATO packages as well as System Security and Privacy Plan (SSPP) in accordance with DoD policies, Department of Airforce (DAF) regulations and our Federal Government customer’s guidance.

The candidate must have expert knowledge and demonstrated experience with cybersecurity technologies, risk management, and incident response procedures as well as have a solid working understanding of computer functions, including hardware, software, and operating systems. This includes knowledge of Windows, Unix, and Linux operating systems, along with other applications such as databases, web servers, networking technologies, including routing, switching, and VPNs.

The ISSO must be able to work autonomously, manage their workload effectively, shift priorities with little to no loss of productivity and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical personnel.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience, or Master’s Degree and 6 years of experience, or 3 years with PhD. Four (4) years of additional relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.
• Active Secret Clearance required to start.
• Active Security Certification required to start.
• Well-versed in best practices for cyber security program standards, processes, and procedures compliance, industry-standard security frameworks and demonstrated expert working knowledge of NIST Special Publication (SP) 800-53: Recommended Security Controls for Federal Information Systems, NIST SP 800-53A: Guide for Assessing the Security Controls in Federal Information Systems, AFPD 17-1 and AFI 17-130, Cybersecurity Program Management.
• Ability writing security policies and procedures, CSS, SSP, SSPP, and assess all ATO package artifacts.
• Expert knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) v5 (Processes, workflow, etc.).
• Ability to use eMASS to execute, RMF v5 to include document / update system status, identify, document, and manage implementation of operational and technical security controls, implementation and risk assessment tabs, non-compliant and non-validated controls, POAM management (entry, evidence, close-out), produce report and track Plan of Action and Milestone (POA&M) due dates, etc.
• The ability to complete a checklist to ensure Security Authorization Process documents are complete and comply with all guidance.
• Ability to work collaboratively with IT counterparts, communicate effectively (skilled in communicating complex technical information to non-technical audience) and coordinate STIG remediation with system administrators and developers.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments, monitor security Incidents and respond appropriately to Security Threats.
• Working understanding of network technology (includes knowledge of network protocols, TCP/IP), operating systems as well as the necessary security protocols, system details (Architecture, data flow, security cat, requirements, configuration management process/procedures, and user profile) firewalls, rules and configurations, intrusion detection tools and prevention systems, encryption techniques, Windows, Unix, and Linux) operating systems, along with other applications such as databases and web servers.
• Ability to execute tasks with little to no oversight or support as well as manage multiple, and at times, competing priorities without loss of productivity.

Preferred

• Experience transitioning from RMF v4 to v5.
• Experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS and Azure.
• Basic understanding of identity and access management system capabilities and configuration.
• Experience with TASKORDS, OPORDS, etc.
• Experience leading Cybersecurity (ISSO & ISSE) teams.
• Preferred Certifications: CISM, CISSP, CISSP-ISSMP, FITSP-M, GCIA, GCIH, GICSP, GSLC, CASP , CCISO, CCSP, CISSO, Cloud , GCSA, SSCP, GMON

Salary Range: $110,000 – $135,000

Our Approach

At SecureStrux, we are committed to core values that guide the way we work with one another and our clients. As a team member, you will Create Team Synergy, Drive Continuous Innovation, Deliver with Integrity, and have the Freedom to Own it. Our thriving company culture supports our employees as they seek to grow with us!

What We Offer

Between our virtual environment where you can evaluate recent technologies and enhance your skills, and a generous annual professional development stipend, you will join a team that enjoys working on leading-edge technologies for world-class clients. We offer a robust total compensation package that includes comprehensive health benefits to support you and your family, flexible time off, continuing education allowance, a donation allowance for charitable causes, and a matched 401k.