Appcast

Cyber Security Analyst / Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Appcast$125K — $225K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS degree and 8+ years of related professional experience, advanced degree preferred.
  • Active Secret Clearance (with TS eligibility).
  • DoD 8570 compliant IAM Level II certification required (Sec +).
  • Demonstrated experience with Department of Defense RMF and SSP processes.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Azure or similar cloud environments preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Serve on the joint Government/Contractor cybersecurity team to develop security plans.
  • Analyze and resolve Information Assurance technical problems using the Risk Management Framework process.
  • Ensure timely updates of system security artifacts as needed.
  • Verify RMF requirements and manage required artifacts in eMASS.
  • Collaborate with cyber teams to address RMF Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs).
  • Monitor GMD system audits and track corrective actions until resolution.
  • Perform vulnerability/risk analysis of systems from an information security perspective.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off and flexible work schedules.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Life insurance and additional holiday benefits.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Cyber Security Analyst / Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team! In this role you will be part of Parsons' Federal Solutions team providing Systems Engineering Technical Assistance to the Ground-based Midcourse Dense (GMD) Product Office under the Teams-Next Missile Defense Systems Engineering (TN-MDSE) contract managed by the Missile Defense Agency (MDA).

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Serve as member of the joint Government/Contractor cybersecurity team, developing System Security Plans (SSPs), Interim Authority to Test (IATT), Authority to Connect (ATC) and, Authority to Operate (ATO) packages for the MDA GMD Cybersecurity Division.
  • Perform technical work utilizing the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process including analyzing and solving Information Assurance (IA)-related technical problems.
  • Ensure system security artifacts are developed, reviewed, and updated as needed.
  • Confirm RMF requirements are properly addressed and required artifacts are loaded and managed within Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS).
  • Interface with other cyber teams to review RMF Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) and ensure timely delivery of CDRL artifacts, while providing feedback to ensure the sufficiency and quality of cyber artifacts.
  • Periodically conduct reviews of GMD system audits and monitor corrective actions until all actions are closed.
  • Perform vulnerability/risk analysis of systems using expertise in relevant information systems security.
  • Track and monitor Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), artifacts, schedules, and metrics.
  • Conduct reviews of cybersecurity artifacts and technical briefings and work with customer to resolve any findings.
  • Ensure identified security controls are implemented and operating as intended through all phases of system lifecycle.


What Required Skills You'll Bring:
  • BS degree and 8+ years of related professional experience. An advanced degree may be preferred at this level.
  • Active Secret Clearance (with TS eligibility)
  • DoD 8570 compliant IAM Level II certification is required (Sec +)
  • Demonstrated experience with Department of Defense RMF and SSP processes


What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Azure or similar cloud-based environments (hands-on experience strongly desired)
  • Experience or familiarity with Docker and/or Kubernetes
  • Familiar with or experience with Virtual Machines and container technology
  • Basic understanding of cloud security best practices (RBAC, network policies, image security)
  • Active TS clearance


Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Salary Range: $125,100.00 - $225,200.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

About Appcast

Appcast is a global leader in programmatic recruitment advertising technology. More than just a job board, Appcast?s programmatic recruitment advertising exchange connects employers and job seekers through real-time bidding and automatic job ad optimization. Appcast?s proprietary technology and advanced data analysis tools enable employers to source and hire top talent quickly, efficiently, and cost-effectively. Appcast is headquartered in Lebanon, New Hampshire, with offices in Boston, New York City, San Francisco, London, Manchester, and Budapest.
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200 employees
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2014

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