2-4 years of experience as an ISSO on similar programs
Knowledge of security tools, software/hardware implementation, and encryption techniques
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
High School Diploma or equivalent with relevant experience, or a bachelor’s degree in computer science and 2 years of experience
Certification in compliance with DoD 8570 IAT Level I or higher is required
Active TS SCI clearance with Polygraph required.
Responsibilities
Support the information assurance program for systems or organizations
Propose, implement, and enforce security policies and procedures
Monitor and analyze Intrusion Detection Systems for security issues
Conduct regular audits for secure system operation and compliance
Develop and operate firewalls and intrusion detection systems
Research and implement new security software or devices
Communicate alerts regarding network intrusions and compromises.
Benefits
Employee-first culture with a focus on collaboration and integrity
Opportunities for ongoing training, mentorship, and career development
Competitive compensation with generous benefits
Work-life balance support
Involvement in national security missions that are impactful.
Full Job Description
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:
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
Education and Experience:
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
Certifications:
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
