Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) 2

Sentar

$108K — $130K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Cyber Security, IT Engineering or related field required, or 12 years of work-related experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is mandatory.
  • IAM Level I certification or higher (e.g., CAP, CND, Cloud+, GSLC, Security+ce, HCISPP) required.
  • Eight years of experience in IT, cybersecurity or security authorization is essential.
  • Experience in security tools, hardware/software security, communication protocols, or encryption tools is necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Support information assurance program development and implementation.
  • Implement and enforce information systems security policies and standards.
  • Maintain security posture and ensure adherence to security procedures.
  • Manage daily security operations and assess the impacts of system changes.
  • Conduct vulnerability and risk assessments to inform security practices.
  • Evaluate security solutions for classified information processing compliance.
  • Prepare and review essential documentation for system security and authorization.

Benefits

  • Voluntary Medical, Dental, Vision insurance with Flexible Spending Plan options.
  • Life, Critical Illness, Accident, and Long Term Care insurance options available.
  • Group Term Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability provided for qualifying employees.
  • Generous 401(k) matching program to enhance retirement savings.
  • Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) plan that increases with service tenure.
  • Comprehensive leave programs, including holidays and bereavement.
  • Tuition and professional development reimbursement to support continuous learning.
  • Recognition and Awards programs to honor employee contributions.
Full Job Description
Sentar is seeking a Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) 2 at Ft. Meade!

Role Description:
  • Provide support for a program, organization, system, or enclave's information assurance program.
  • Provide support for proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies.
  • Maintain operational security posture for an information system or program to ensure information systems security policies, standards, and procedures are established and followed.
  • Assist with the management of security aspects of the information system and perform day-to-day security operations of the system.
  • Evaluate security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing classified information.
  • Perform vulnerability/risk assessment analysis to support security authorization.
  • Provide configuration management (CM) for information systems security software, hardware, and firmware.
  • Manage changes to system and assess the security impact of those changes.
  • Prepare and review documentation to include System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessment Reports, Certification and Accreditation (C&A) packages, and System Requirements Traceability Matrices (SRTMs).
  • Support security authorization activities in compliance with National Institute of Standards and Technology Risk Management Framework (NIST RMF)

Abilities:
  • Provide support to senior ISSOs for implementing, and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies
  • Assist with preparation and maintenance of documentation
  • Assist in the evaluation of security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing classified information
  • Assist with Configuration Management (CM) for information system security software, hardware, and firmware
  • Maintain records on workstations, servers, routers, firewalls, intelligent hubs, network switches, etc. to include system upgrades
  • Propose, coordinate, and implement information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies
  • Develop and maintain documentation for Security Authorization in accordance with ODNI and DoD policies
  • Provide CM for security-relevant information system software, hardware, and firmware
  • Ensure compliance with system security policy
  • Evaluate security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing classified information
  • Maintain operational security posture for an information system or program
  • Provide support to the information System Security Manager (ISSM) for maintaining the appropriate operational Cybersecurity posture for a system, program, or enclave
  • Develop and update the system security plan and other Cybersecurity documentation
  • Assist with the management of security aspects of the information system and perform day-to day security operations of the system
  • Track and ensure appropriate user identification and authentication mechanism of the information System (IS)
  • Obtain system authorization for ISs under their purview
  • Provide support for a program, organization, system, or enclave's information assurance program
  • Plan and coordinate implementation of IT security programs and policies
  • Manage and control changes to the system assessing the security impact of those changes
  • Provide daily oversight and direction to contractor ISSOs
  • Interact with customers, IT staff, and high-level corporate officers to define and achieve required Cybersecurity objectives

Qualifications:

Clearance Level: TS/SCI with active Poly

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Cyber Security, IT Engineering or related field is required.
  • In lieu of a bachelor's degree, four (4) additional years of work-related experience may be substituted for a total of twelve (12) years.

Certifications: IAM Level I or higher - CAP, CND, Cloud+, GSLC, Security+ce, HCISPP

Experience:
  • Eight (8) years of combined work-related experience in the fields of IT, cybersecurity or security authorization is required. Experience in at least two of the following areas is required: knowledge of current security tools, hardware/software security implementation; communication protocols; or encryption tools and techniques. Familiarity with commercial security products, security authorization techniques, security incident management, and PKI and authorization services.

Benefits at Sentar:

Our unique employee ownership model attracts top talent, giving employees the freedom to take initiative and drive meaningful improvements. In addition to cultivating a thriving and inclusive work environment, Sentar offers an extensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of employees and their families. Employee ownership is the foundation of our culture, promoting participation, teamwork, and accountability while ensuring long-term financial security and a commitment to excellence.
  • Voluntary Medical, Dental, Vision, with Flexible Spending Plan options
  • Voluntary Life, Critical Illness, Accident, and Long Term Care insurance options
  • Group Term Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability is provided by Sentar to all qualifying employees
  • Generous 401(k) match
  • Competitive PTO plan that graduates quickly with years of service
  • Other leave programs; holiday schedule along with bereavement, maternity, jury and military duty
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Professional development reimbursement
  • Recognition and Awards programs

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