Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) L1 - TS/SCI with Poly required

EMTAK LLC • $90K — $120K *
Annapolis, MD 21401In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of ISSO experience in mission-critical environments
  • Strong background in RMF and familiar with multiple RMF tools
  • Proficient in NIST standards, particularly SP 800-53 and SP 800-37
  • Experience crafting comprehensive security documentation
  • Collaborative experience with system and privileged user oversight
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field preferred, with degree substitutions available
  • DoD 8570 IAT Level I certification or higher mandatory
  • Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph clearance required

Responsibilities

  • Support the security posture of classified information systems
  • Ensure compliance with the Risk Management Framework (RMF)
  • Implement security tools and monitor system configurations
  • Develop and maintain security documentation for various reports
  • Collaborate with system administrators and owners on security matters
  • Conduct continuous monitoring and management of security controls
  • Assist in obtaining and maintaining Authority to Operate (ATO) for systems

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Access to cutting-edge security tools and technologies
  • Supportive team environment within the Intelligence Community
  • Potential for career advancement in a high-stakes field
  • Contributions to mission-critical operations that impact national security
Full Job Description
Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
We are seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support mission-critical systems within the Intelligence Community. The ideal candidate will have experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF), security compliance, and maintaining the security posture of classified information systems.
Required Technical Skills:
  • RMF and RMF tools such as LATTEART, XACTA, BISCOTTI, WATCHCAT, and STE
  • Compliance and configuration scanning tools
  • Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 3/5 and NIST SP 800-37
  • Understanding of the complete RMF lifecycle, including Authority to Operate (ATO), Security Controls, and Continuous Monitoring
  • Experience developing and maintaining security documentation, including SSPs, POA&Ms, SPFs, BIAs, CMPs, AARs, CPs, SARs, and RARs
  • Experience collaborating with System Administrators, System Owners, and supporting privileged user oversight
Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum five (5) years of experience as an ISSO supporting programs or contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
  • Experience with current security tools, hardware/software security implementation, communication protocols, or encryption techniques/tools
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline (four additional years of ISSO experience may be substituted for the degree)
  • DoD 8570 IAT Level I certification (or higher) required
  • Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph required

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