Information Systems Security Officer/Engineer (ISSO/ISSE)

Nightwing

$90K — $130K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph Clearance required.
  • Experience with forensic tools and investigation methodologies.
  • Knowledge of security assessment tools like SCAP Compliance Checker and Nessus.
  • Familiarity with both wide and local area networks.
  • DoDD 8570/8140 IAM Level 2 certification required.
  • Prior experience as ISSO/ISSE essential.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and update various RMF documents including SSPs and POAMs.
  • Perform technical security control assessments to identify vulnerabilities.
  • Conduct cybersecurity sustainment activities like account management and auditing.
  • Carry out system audits and baseline validations.
  • Interface with internal and external stakeholders effectively.
  • Provide initial and ongoing user training regarding cybersecurity practices.
  • Support actions related to cyber incident responses.

Benefits

  • Employee referral award eligibility.
  • Opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Engagement with senior leadership and diverse stakeholders.
Full Job Description
Position Role Type: Onsite Information Systems Security Officer/Engineer (ISSO/ISSE) (Open) Nightwing seeks a cybersecurity professional to serve as an ISSO/ISSE in Sterling, VA. The ISSO/ISSE will help execute the cybersecurity program as various USG doctrines require, including the ICD 503 and its supplements. The selected candidate will sustain and positively contribute to our cybersecurity program by successfully: - Developing and updating RMF documents, including SSPs, Addendums, POAMs, SCTMs, SOPs, ConOps, test plans, etc. - Performing technical security control assessments to identify vulnerabilities and potential deficiencies as part of the continuous monitoring program - Performing cybersecurity sustainment activities, including change management, account management, auditing, media protection, user training, file transfers, etc. - Conducting system audits, system baseline validations, and ConMon activities - Interfacing with internal/external customers, program managers, IT staff, senior leadership, etc. - Performing initial and annual general/privileged user training and associated functions - Supporting various actions related to cyber incident response, investigation, and resolution - Developing and enforcing cybersecurity policies and procedures for accredited systems - The ideal candidate will possess strong written and oral communication skills, in-depth technical aptitude, exemplary customer service skills, time management skills, and the ability to solve complex challenges and thrive in a fast-paced environment Required Skills - TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph Clearance Required - Experience with computer forensic tools and investigation methodologies - Experience with various information system security assessment/hardening tools - SCAP Compliance Checker, STIG Viewer, Nessus, etc. - Practitioner knowledge of wide and local area networks, including servers, workstations, routers, switches, and firewalls - DoDD 8570/8140 IAM Level 2 professional certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CISSM, etc.) - Prior ISSO/ISSE experience - Self-starter with the ability to work independently, customer service orientated - In-depth knowledge of NIST special publications, CNSS policies, and instructions Education Requirement A bachelor's degree in information systems or cybersecurity or six years of experience in place of education is required for this role. Employee Referral Award Eligibility: This requisition is eligible for an employee referral award.  ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the referral award. NOT Relocation Eligible - Relocation assistance not available Requires advanced knowledge of work area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have practical knowledge of project management. Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience Engineering/Other Technical Positions: Typically requires a degree in Science,Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

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