Requisition #: 1761

Job Title: ISSO/Information Assurance Security Specialist

Location: Quantico, VA

Clearance Level: Secret, Must Have Clearance to Start

Required Certification(s): DoD 8570 IAT II Level Certification Required (CCNA-Security, CySA, GICSP, GSEC, Security+CE, SSCP)

Job Description

The successful candidate will provide Information Systems Security support for enterprise network assets. A strong understanding of DoD STIG/ IAVA and compliance processes are necessary in order to be successful in this position. Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) is the primary tool used to facilitate a compliant and secure network.

The auditing environment consists of Cisco Identity Service Engine (ISE), SolarWinds, Marine Corps Database (MCD), Operational Directive Reporting System (OPDRS), RedSeal, DISA STIG Viewer, Marine Corps Compliance and Authorization Support Tool (MCCAST) and vulnerability scanning tools such as ACAS. Auditing compliance aligns with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Secure Technical Implementations Guides (STIGs).

Education and Background

• Active Secret clearance
• DoD 8570 IAT II Level Certification Required (CCNA-Security, CySA, GICSP, GSEC, Security+CE, SSCP).

Years of Experience

5 years of Cyber/Systems Security experience

Required Skills

• High-level familiarity with Vulnerability Management tools such as ACAS and SCAP.
• A Cyber Security Team team-player contributing to policy development, RMF package accreditation requirements.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate in a clear speaking voice as well as the ability to respond clearly to questions.
• Aptitude to address negative situations, and resolve them in a positive manner.

Preferred Skills

The ideal candidate has a background as an Information Systems Security Officer and has a strong systems security mindset and is very detailed oriented with strong written and oral communication skills.

Working Conditions

Environmental Conditions: General office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may involve standing and walking for up to 10% of the time. The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are not hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available. Contractor site with 0-10% travel possible. Possible off-hours work to support releases and outages

Strength Demands: 10 lbs. maximum lifting, occasional lift/carry of small articles.

Physical Requirements: The role may involve periods of standing, walking, and sitting. The role may involve use of hands and fingers for tasks such as typing, handling materials, or operating equipment. The role may occasionally involve movements such as climbing, balancing, bending, stooping, kneeling, or crawling. The role involves frequent communication to perform job duties. The role requires visual ability to operate equipment, use a computer keyboard, and read technical information.

$120,000 - $125,000 a year