8 years of experience in IT, cybersecurity, or security authorization required.
Experience in security tools, hardware/software implementation, or encryption techniques.
Familiarity with commercial security products and incident management.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or IT Engineering required.
DoD 8570.01-M compliance with IAM Level I certification required.
Active TS/SCI w/Polygraph clearance required.
Responsibilities
Support the implementation and enforcement of security policies and standards.
Maintain operational security posture for information systems.
Manage day-to-day security operations of the system.
Evaluate security solutions for classified information processing.
Perform vulnerability and risk assessments for security authorization.
Prepare and review security documentation, including System Security Plans.
Assist in configuration management for security software and hardware.
Benefits
Collaborative work environment that values employee input.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Supportive team culture that celebrates achievements.
Full Job Description
Description
Position Overview
Cyber B.A.T. is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to Provide support for a program, organization, system, or enclave's information assurance program. Interacts with the Government regarding technical considerations and for associated problems, issues or conflicts.
What You'll Do
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 1ensure 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).
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
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
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.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security or IT Engineering is required.
In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, four (4) additional years of work-related experience may be substituted.
Compliance with DoD 8570.01-M with a minimum certification of IAM Level I is required.
A current and active TS/SCI w/Polygraph with the MD customer is required for this position.
Bonus Points If You:
Love solving difficult technical challenges
Enjoy collaborating and sharing knowledge
Like working where your voice actually matters
Appreciate a culture that celebrates wins and supports growth
Interested? We'd love to connect. Apply today and learn why Cyber B.A.T. continues to attract people who want meaningful work, strong culture, and a team that genuinely supports one another.
