6+ years of experience in information security for DoD programs
Bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent experience)
Security+ certification required
Strong knowledge of Air Force, DoD, and Federal Cybersecurity Directives
Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills
Ability to work effectively in dynamic team environments
Must be a U.S. citizen with a current Top Secret clearance and SCI Access
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain the information assurance (IA) program for the customer organization
Supervise the implementation of the IA program
Enforce Air Force IA policies and procedures
Comply with installation WCSO policy and direction
Ensure users have necessary security clearances and training before system access
Provide annual IA refresher training for all users
Maintain Certification and Accreditation (C&A) documentation for systems connected to the Hanscom Network
Benefits
Full-time position with a focus on security and information assurance
Opportunity to work at Hanscom AFB
Engagement in a critical defense environment
Potential for professional growth in cybersecurity
Collaboration with military and government personnel
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 (via IA training) 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 information security supporting a DoD program. Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Additional years of experience may be substituted for degree requirements. Must be Security+ certified. Strong knowledge of Air Force, DoD and applicable Federal Cybersecurity Directives and Instructions. Able to work dynamically and effectively with people on projects (formal and informal) and conduct technical interchanges as required. Strong communication, organizational, customer service and critical thinking skills. 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.
