Abacus Technology

Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Abacus Technology$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years experience in cybersecurity for DoD programs
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field (experience can substitute)
  • Security+ CE certification required
  • Knowledgeable in Certification and Accreditation (C&A) processes and Risk Management Framework (RMF)
  • Experience with eMASS and security audits
  • Strong familiarity with Air Force and DoD cybersecurity directives
  • Excellent communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain the information assurance (IA) program for the organization
  • Supervise and oversee the IA program execution
  • Enforce Air Force IA policies and procedures diligently
  • Ensure compliance with installation security policies
  • Verify user security clearances and need-to-know status before system access
  • Conduct annual IA refresher training for all users
  • Create and maintain Certification and Accreditation documentation for systems

Benefits

  • Full-time position with a focus on national security
  • Opportunity to work at Hanscom AFB
  • Involvement in critical defense cybersecurity initiatives
  • Diverse tasks that enhance managerial and technical skills
  • Collaborative environment with military and government stakeholders
Full Job Description
Overview

Abacus Technology is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support security and information assurance activities for Hanscom AFB.  This is a full-time position.

Responsibilities
  • Develop, implement, oversee, and maintain customer organization information assurance (IA) program that identifies IA requirements, personnel, processes, and procedures.
  • Supervise the customer organization’s IA program.
  • Implement and enforce all Air Force IA policies and procedures using the guidance within this instruction and applicable specialized IA publications.
  • Comply with the installation WCSO policy and direction.
  • Ensure all users have the requisite security clearances, supervisory need-to-know authorization, and are aware of their IA responsibilities before being granted access to Air Force information systems according to AFSSI 8522.
  • Ensure all users receive IA refresher training on an annual basis.
  • Develop and maintain Certification and Accreditation (C&A) documentation for organization-specific systems connected to the Hanscom Network.
Qualifications

6+ years experience in cyber security for DoD programs.  Bachelor’s degree in a related field.  Additional years of experience may be substituted for degree requirements.  Must be Security+ CE certified.  Knowledge of C&A processes and the RMF.  Experience with eMASS.  Knowledge of CCRI or similar functions/audits.  Strong knowledge of Air Force, DoD and applicable Federal Cybersecurity Directives and Instructions.  Possess excellent technical writing, critical thinking/analytical, and communication skills.  Knowledge and experience communicating IA concepts to technical and nontechnical personnel.  Able to develop technical documents and produce system design documentation.  Must have excellent customer service skills; be able project a positive image and professional manner at all times; and be able to work within the confines of a set time schedule.  Must be a US citizen and hold a current Top Secret clearance with SCI access (TS/SCI).

 

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

 

About Abacus Technology

Abacus Technology is a provider of information technology services and solutions to government agencies and the private sector. The company offers a range of services, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, software development, and program management. Abacus Technology was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Chevy Chase, Maryland.
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1,000 employees
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1983

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