ManTech International

Junior Information Systems Security Officer

ManTech International$76K — $128K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) at a cleared facility.
  • 5+ years in a computer science or cybersecurity role.
  • Relevant certifications like CISSP, CISM, or Security+ required.
  • Experience with security tools such as Tenable Nessus and IBM Guardium.
  • Current/active Top Secret security clearance required.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee implementation and maintenance of security practices for information systems.
  • Act as liaison between system owners and security personnel.
  • Conduct vulnerability scans based on risk assessments.
  • Develop Plans of Action and Milestones (POAMs) for vulnerabilities.
  • Coordinate risk management and ensure timely completion of corrective actions.
  • Upload security control evidence to the GRC application for monitoring purposes.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance and Life Insurance options.
  • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay.
  • Short-term and long-term Disability coverage.
  • Retirement and Savings plans.
  • Learning and Development opportunities.
Full Job Description
MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Junior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team in Washington, D.C. This is an onsite position.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Ensure the day-to-day implementation, oversight, continuous monitoring, and maintenance of the security configuration, practices, and procedures for each IS. Ensure that selected security controls are implemented and operating as intended during all phases of the IS lifecycle. Ensure that system security documentation is developed, maintained, reviewed, and updated on a continuous basis
  • Provide liaison support between the system owner and other IS security personnel. Conduct required IS vulnerability scans according to risk assessment parameters.
  • Develop Plan of Action and Milestones (POAMs) in response to reported security vulnerabilities
  • Manage the risks to ISs and other FBI assets by coordinating appropriate correction or mitigation actions and oversee and track the timely completion of (POAMs). Coordinate system owner concurrence for correction or mitigation actions. Monitor security controls for FBI ISs to maintain security Authorized to Operate (ATO)
  • Upload all security control evidence to the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) application to support security control implementation during the monitoring phase
  • Ensure that changes to an FBI IS, its environment, and/or operational needs that may affect the authorization status are reported to the system owner and IS Security Manager (ISSM). Ensure the removal and retirement of ISs being decommissioned in coordination with the system owner, ISSM, and ISSR


Minimum Qualifications:
  • 3+ years' experience performing duties of an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) at a cleared facility
  • 5 + years of work experience in a computer science or cybersecurity related field
  • Possessing one or more relevant industry certifications, such as GMON, SecurityX / CASP+, CCISO, CCSPC, GRC/CAP, CISM, CISSO, CISSP, CISSP-ISSMP, Cloud+, FITSP-M, GCIA, GCIH, GCSA, GICSP, GSEC, GSLC, Security+, or SSCP.
  • Familiarity with the use and operation of security tools including Tenable Nessus and/or Security Center, IBM Guardium, HP Weblnspect, Network Mapper (NMAP), and/or similar applications


Preferred Qualifications:
  • A bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or other cyber discipline
  • Possession of a Cloud Certification


Clearance Requirements:
  • Must have a current/active Top Secret security clearance with eligibility to obtain SCI.
  • Selected candidate must be willing to undergo a Polygraph.


Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%
  • Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
  • Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer
  • Often positions self to maintain computers in the lab, including under the desks and in the server closet
  • Frequently communicates with co-workers, management and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations


The projected compensation range for this position is $76,800.00-$128,300.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

About ManTech International

ManTech International Corporation is an American defense contracting firm that was founded in 1968. The company provides cybersecurity, intelligence, and defense solutions to the United States Government. ManTech has over 9,000 employees and operates in 40 countries worldwide. The company's services include software development, systems engineering, and enterprise IT solutions. ManTech has been awarded numerous contracts by the U.S. Department of Defense and other government agencies.
Learn more about ManTech International
Size
9,800 employees
Market Cap
$3.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$120.5 million
Founded
1968
5 Year Trend
+9.8%
Revenue
$2.5 billion
NASDAQ

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at ManTech International

More Information Technology Jobs

Find similar Junior Information Systems Security Officer jobs: