Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Peraton

$104K — $166K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5 years of experience with a BS/BA; 3 years with an MS/MA; 9 years of relevant experience may substitute for a degree.
  • At least 3 years of security engineering experience in Information Systems.
  • Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required.
  • Proven experience as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) in large-scale IT programs.
  • Familiarity with Scrum methodologies.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate effectively.
  • Proficiency in Nessus (ACAS), Splunk, STIGs, and SCAP tools.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in developing and maintaining Risk Management Framework (RMF) documentation and artifacts.
  • Collaborate with ISSE and engineering teams to assess security controls and provide guidance for design and implementation.
  • Monitor and manage systems' security posture, ensuring compliance with security controls.
  • Conduct security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigations.
  • Review and maintain security documentation to ensure alignment with security policies.
  • Support the security authorization and accreditation processes, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance plans.
  • Retirement savings plans with company matching.
  • Professional development opportunities and training programs.
  • Flexible work hours and potential for remote work.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to work on a large-scale enterprise Information Technology (IT) program onsite in Washington D.C. This role will work closely with the team to monitor, assess, and maintain the security controls, ensuring that systems meet the necessary security requirements as outlined in the Risk Management Framework (RMF). Responsibilities include:

  • Assist in the development and maintenance of RMF documentation and artifacts, ensuring proper security controls and safeguards are implemented for all systems.
  • Collaborate with the ISSE and other engineering teams to assess and integrate security controls, providing security guidance for design and implementation efforts.
  • Monitor and manage the security posture of systems, ensuring that security controls are effective and compliant with applicable standards and regulations.
  • Conduct security assessments and audits, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending mitigations to strengthen the overall security posture.
  • Review and maintain security-related documentation, ensuring all system components and information types are clearly described and aligned with security policies.
  • Provide support for security authorization and accreditation processes, ensuring compliance with federal laws and regulations and assisting in the creation of security
Qualifications

Required:

  • 5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 9 years experience may be considered in lieu of BS degree.
  • Minimum 3 years9 experience in security engineering of Information Systems
  • Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required
  • Proven ISSO experience across a large-scale enterprise Information Technology (IT) program
  • Experience with Scrum methodologies
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Organizational and multitasking skills
  • Proficiency with Nesssus (ACAS), Splunk, STIGS, SCAP tools
  • DoD 8570.1-M IAT Level II certification (i.e., Security+ CE, CAP) required

Desired:

  • ITILv4 Foundation Certification desired
  • Experience with ServiceNow
  • Proficiency with eMASS and Xacta
  • DoD 8570.1-M IAT Level III certification (i.e., CISSP or CISM) desired

Target Salary Range$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual9s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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