Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science or related field
10+ years of ISSO experience on similar programs
Familiarity with security tools, hardware/software, communication protocols, or encryption
DoD 8570 compliance with IAT Level 1 or higher
Basic networking fundamentals knowledge
Experience with NIST 800-53 and NIST 800-171
Active TS/SCI Polygraph clearance or ability to obtain DoD Top Secret Security Clearance
Familiarity with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)
Responsibilities
Plan and coordinate IT security programs and policies for information systems
Manage system changes and assess their security implications
Support the certification and accreditation process per ODNI and DoD policies
Maintain operational security posture and handle daily security operations
Evaluate security solutions for compliance with classified processing
Administer user identification and authentication for information systems
Maintain records for hardware and software infrastructure
Provide configuration management for security-relevant software and hardware
Assist in security documentation preparation and maintenance
Benefits
$10k annual training and education allowance
10% 401(k) contribution fully vested on day one
Annual health and technology allowances
Access to a technology lab
Full Job Description
The Information Systems Security Officer will be responsible for maintaining the security posture of information systems by evaluating security solutions, managing configuration, and ensuring compliance with policies for classified information.
You Will Excel in the Role if You Are:
A detail-oriented security professional who takes ownership of maintaining and improving the operational security posture of complex information systems
A clear communicator who can propose, coordinate, and enforce security policies across teams and programs
Comfortable serving as an Approval Authority and making sound, independent security decisions
Collaborative by nature, supporting ISSMs and senior ISSOs while also contributing individually to team goals
Someone who models integrity and accountability in all aspects of their work, consistent with core values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility, and Accountability
A Day in the Life Consists of:
Planning and coordinating IT security programs and policies across assigned information systems
Managing and controlling system changes and assessing their security impact
Supporting the certification and accreditation (C&A) process in accordance with ODNI and DoD policies
Maintaining operational security posture and performing day-to-day security operations
Evaluating security solutions to ensure they meet requirements for processing classified information
Administering user identification and authentication mechanisms for assigned Information Systems (IS)
Maintaining records on workstations, servers, routers, firewalls, intelligent hubs, network switches, and other infrastructure, including system upgrades
Providing configuration management (CM) for security-relevant software, hardware, and firmware
Supporting senior ISSOs with implementing and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies
Assisting with the preparation and maintenance of security documentation
Must Haves:
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science or a related technical field from an accredited university
Minimum of 10 years of experience as an ISSO on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
Experience in at least one of the following: knowledge of current security tools, hardware/software security implementation, communication protocols, or encryption techniques/tools
DoD 8570 compliance with Information Assurance Systems Technical (IAT), Level 1 or higher
Knowledge of basic networking fundamentals
Experience with NIST 800-53 and NIST 800-171
Active or current TS/SCI Polygraph clearance, OR the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI Access
Experience with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements, implementation, or compliance programs
Nice to Have:
Experience supporting multiple programs or enclaves simultaneously
Familiarity with ODNI-specific C&A documentation requirements
Prior experience serving as an Approval Authority for classified information systems
Advanced DoD 8570 certifications (IAT Level II or III, or IASAE)
Experience with cloud security or hybrid environment security operations
ClearEdge offers an extremely competitive benefits package-including a $10k annual training and education benefit, a 10% 401(k) contribution fully vested on day one, annual health and technology allowances, and access to a state-of-the-art technology lab. Learn more at www.clearedgeit.com/careers/
