Parsons

Cyber Security Analyst / Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Parsons • $112K — $196K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field or equivalent work experience
  • 8+ years of related professional experience
  • Active Secret Clearance (with TS eligibility)
  • DoD 8570 compliant IAM Level II certification required (Sec +)
  • Experience with DoD RMF and SSP processes

Responsibilities

  • Develop System Security Plans (SSPs) and operate within the Risk Management Framework (RMF)
  • Analyze and solve Information Assurance (IA) technical issues
  • Ensure timely development and management of cybersecurity artifacts
  • Review and provide feedback on RMF Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs)
  • Conduct audits of GMD systems and monitor corrective actions
  • Perform risk analysis of systems leveraging information systems security expertise
  • Track progress on cybersecurity compliance plans and artifacts

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and flexible work schedules
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Life insurance and holidays
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:

  • Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or related field, or equivalent work experience that meets guidelines established for job

  • 8+ years of related professional experience

  • Master's Degree or equivalent, 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:

  • Master's degree and 12+ years of related professional experience or a Bachelors degree and 20+ years of related professional experience

  • 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: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00

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 Parsons

Parsons Corporation is a technology-driven engineering services firm with more than 70 years of experience in the engineering, construction, technical, and professional services industries. The corporation is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on infrastructure, defense, security, and construction. Parsons delivers design/design-build, program/construction management, systems design/engineering, cyber/converged security, and other professional services packaged in innovative alternative delivery methods to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on infrastructure, defense, security, and construction. Parsons delivers design/design-build, program/construction management, systems design/engineering, cyber/converged security, and other professional services packaged in innovative alternative delivery methods to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
Learn more about Parsons
Size
15,500 employees
Market Cap
$4.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$98.5 million
Founded
1944
5 Year Trend
+3.8%
Revenue
$3.9 billion
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