ISSO/ISSE- Hybrid (Philadelphia)

$90K — $120K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Philadelphia, PA
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Assurance, CyberSecurity, or equivalent.
  • Three years or more of relevant experience as an ISSO, ISSE, or Navy Qualified Validator (NQV).
  • Minimum one certification from a defined list (e.g., CISSP, CISM, Security+ CE).
  • Active U.S. government security clearance required.
  • Familiarity with RMF, continuous monitoring, and security control assessments.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain Authorizing Official approvals and authorizations to operate (ATOs) through continuous monitoring activities.
  • Assess, document, and review security controls according to NIST guidelines.
  • Perform automated vulnerability assessments using approved tools like ACAS and SCAP.
  • Conduct RMF Annual Security Reviews in compliance with guidelines.
  • Document and manage system changes following NAVSEA rules and procedures.
  • Oversee RMF system packages and artifacts in eMASS.
  • Develop project schedules for RMF projects and maintain Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).

Benefits

  • Supportive working environment with a focus on professional growth.
  • Opportunities for continuous training and certification.
  • Engagement in meaningful projects within the defense sector.
  • Potential for career advancement within the Navy's cybersecurity framework.
  • Contributions towards national security through cybersecurity roles.
Full Job Description
Overview

The ISSO/ISSE will provide Risk Management Framework (RMF) and cybersecurity support to Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) Code 418 Information Technology Operations. These duties include but are not limited to:  

  • Maintain Authorizing Official (AO) Approvals and Authorizations to Operate (ATOs) by performing Continuous Monitoring (CM) activities IAW DoD, Navy, and NAVSEA policy, guidelines, and directives.
  • Assess, document, and review NIST SP 800-53 security controls IAW DoD, Navy, and NAVSEA policy, guidelines, and directives.
  • Perform automated vulnerability assessments utilizing DoD, Navy, and NAVSEA approved tools such as Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP), Evaluate-Stig, and eMASSter.
  • Perform RMF Annual Security Reviews (ASRs) IAW the RMF Process Guide (RPG), NAVSEA Business Rules, and NAVSEA Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Document, assess, and seek approval for system/baseline changes IAW Navy Authorizing Official (NAO) and Functional Authorizing Official (FAO) guides as documented in the NAVSEA Business Rules.
  • Manage and maintain RMF system packages and the required A&A artifacts in Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) IAW DoD, Navy, and NAVSEA policy, guidelines, and directives.
  • Perform System Level Continuous Monitor (SLCM) IAW approved System Security Plans (SSPs) in eMASS.
  • Develop and maintain Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) for systems in eMASS.
  • Develop and maintain project integrated master schedules for RMF projects.
  • Evaluate, remediate, and mitigate technical and non-technical vulnerabilities.
  • Provide cybersecurity patching of assets as required by DoD and DoN TASKORDs, FRAGORDs, or as designated by Command ISSM, ACIO, and/or Code 418 management. 
  • Ensure correct application and implementation of DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Security Requirements Guide (SRGs).
  • Lead or assist with developing, maintaining, and tracking Risk Management Framework (RMF) system security plans to include System Categorization, Security Control Set, Platform Information Technology (PIT) Determination Checklists, Assess Only (AO) Determination Checklists, Implementation Plans, System Level Continuous Monitoring (SLCM) Strategies, System Level Policies, Hardware Lists, Software List, System Diagrams, Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA), and other package evidence or implementation guidance as required.
Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Assurance, CyberSecurity, or an equivalent technical degree from an accredited college or university.  

 

Experience: Three (3) years or more of direct experience performing the above duties as an ISSO, ISSE, or Navy Qualified Validator (NQV) within a DoD component.

 

Minimum Certification Requirement includes one of the following: CGRC, SecurityX, CISM, CISSP, GSLC, CCISO, CCNA/CCNP Security, CySA+, GICSP, CND, GSEC, Security+ CE, SSCP, CISA, GCED, GCIH

 

Security Clearance:  Requires U.S. Citizenship and an active government security clearance.

 

Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified, you may be contacted for this and future openings.

 

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