Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) II

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.

$88K — $119K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of relevant experience in information security
  • Experience with Special Access Programs (SAPs)
  • Familiarity with system, network administration, or ISSO roles
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field
  • Certifications: CCNA Security, GICSP, and GSEC required
  • Must hold TS/SCI clearance or be able to obtain it with CI Polygraph
  • IAT Level II or IAM Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA Security)

Responsibilities

  • Ensure operational security posture is maintained for information systems
  • Collaborate with ISSM and ISO on daily security operations
  • Develop and update security authorization documentation
  • Conduct compliance reviews of information systems
  • Monitor system recovery processes and security features
  • Coordinate hardware and software changes with appropriate authorities
  • Identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities and assist in implementing countermeasures

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Opportunities for professional development and certifications
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Potential for travel opportunities within the role
Full Job Description

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Cyber and IT Risk Management

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Information Security, Information Security Management, Information System Security

Certifications:

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Security - Cisco - Cisco, GICSP: Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional - Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), GSEC: GIAC Security Essentials Certification - Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) - Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC)

Experience:

2 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

The ISSO is responsible for ensuring the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for an information system and as such, works in close collaboration with the ISSM and ISO. The position shall have the detailed knowledge and expertise required to manage the security aspects of an information system and, in many organizations, is assigned responsibility for the day-to-day security operations of a system. This also will include physical and environmental protection, personnel security, incident handling, and security training and awareness.

It will be required to work in close coordination with the ISSM and ISO in monitoring the information system(s) and its environment of operation to include developing and updating the authorization documentation, implementing configuration management across authorization boundaries. This will include assessing the security impact of those changes and making recommendation to the ISSM.

The primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and Military Departments efforts. The position will provide “day-to-day” support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.


Performance shall include:

  • Develop physical or logical topologies for a system.

  • Assist the ISSM in meeting their duties and responsibilities.

  • Prepare, review, and update authorization packages.

  • Ensure approved procedures are in place for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying various types of hardware and media.

  • Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with the security authorization package.

  • Coordinate any changes or modifications to hardware, software, or firmware of a system with the ISSM and AO/DAO prior to the change.

  • Monitor system recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly restored and functioning correctly.

  • Ensure all IS security-related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals.

  • Ensure audit records are collected, reviewed, and documented (to include any anomalies)

  • Attend required technical and security training (e.g., operating system, networking, security management) relative to assigned duties.

  • Execute the cyber security portion of the self-inspection, to include provide security coordination and review of all system assessment plans.

  • Identify cyber security vulnerabilities and assist with the implementation of the countermeasures for them.

  • Prepare reports on the status of security safeguards applied to computer systems.

  • Perform ISSO duties in support of in-house and external customers.

  • Conduct security impact analysis activities and provide to the ISSM on all configuration management changes to the authorization boundaries.

Experience:

  • 2+ years related experience.

  • SAP experience required.

  • Prior performance in roles such as System, Network Administrator, or ISSO.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree OR Associate’s degree in a related area + 2 years’ experience OR equivalent experience (4 years)

Certifications:

  • IAT Level II or IAM Level II (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, etc.)

Security Clearance:

  • TS/SCI required

  • Must be able to Attain – TS/SCI with CI Polygraph

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The likely salary range for this position is $88,400 - $119,600. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

10-25%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA FL Homestead

Additional Work Locations:

USA FL Coral Gables, USA FL Davie, USA FL Doral, USA FL Fort Lauderdale, USA FL Hialeah, USA FL Hollywood, USA FL Miami, USA FL Miami Gardens, USA FL Miramar, USA FL North Miami Beach, USA FL Plantation, USA FL Sunrise, USA FL West Palm Beach

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