2-4 years of experience as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) in similar environments
Familiarity with security tools and techniques (e.g., communication protocols, encryption)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to lead and collaborate within a team setting
High School Diploma or equivalent with 4 years' experience or a bachelor's degree in computer science with 2 years' experience
Certification in compliance with DoD 8570 IAT Level I or higher
Active TS/SCI security clearance with a Polygraph
Responsibilities
Support and enforce information systems security policies and standards
Monitor and analyze Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) for potential security threats
Conduct regular security audits to ensure compliance with policies and procedures
Develop, test, and operate security technologies like firewalls and antivirus systems
Research and implement new security tools and software
Perform system audits and vulnerability assessments to gauge compliance
Communicate security alerts and incident reports to relevant agencies
Benefits
Support national security missions that have significant impact
Employee-first culture promoting collaboration and communication
Opportunities for continuous training, mentorship, and career growth
Competitive benefits package and emphasis on work-life balance
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
