Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, or related field, plus 12+ years of relevant experience; additional experience can substitute for a degree.
Over 10 years of hands-on experience as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) or equivalent security role.
Proficient in customer security tools, corporate repositories, and existing playbooks.
Familiar with applicable security frameworks, regulations, and standards.
Operational knowledge of server and information assurance technologies and networking protocols.
Must possess IAM Level II certification or higher (CASP+ or CISSP).
Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is mandatory.
Responsibilities
Enhance the security posture by promoting information assurance initiatives and ensuring adherence to security policies.
Oversee daily security operations for classified information systems, conducting risk assessments and vulnerability analysis.
Administer configuration management for security systems to maintain compliance and assess the impact of changes.
Develop and manage security documentation and lifecycle activities to meet system security requirements.
Provide technical security expertise to implement measures and ensure compliance across teams.
Drive continuous improvement in security processes by identifying vulnerabilities and proposing proactive solutions.
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
Robust retirement plans.
Opportunities for professional development and continued education.
Flexible work arrangements and potential remote work options.
Full Job Description
Description
Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph required.
Primary Responsibilities:
Enhancing the system security posture by supporting the program, organization, system, or enclave's information assurance initiatives and enforcing security policies, standards, and methodologies.
Overseeing security operations for information systems, managing daily security aspects, evaluating security solutions for classified processing, and conducting vulnerability and risk analysis/assessments for system authorization.
Managing configuration and system integrity by administering configuration management for security software, hardware, and firmware, ensuring compliance with security controls, and assessing the impact of system changes.
Developing and maintaining security documentation and System Security Plans lifecycle management activities to ensure compliance with system security requirements.
Providing technical expertise in security policies and operations, supporting the implementation and maintenance of security measures and countermeasures, and collaborating with stakeholders to maintain compliance and strengthen the system security posture.
Driving continuous improvement by assessing existing security processes, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing proactive solutions to enhance system resilience.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security, or a related discipline, plus 12+ years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, an additional 4 years of experience may be considered on a case by case basis.
Direct Experience: 10+ years of in-depth experience as ISSO or combination of ISSO and other security related role
Proficient with with customer security tools, corporate repositories, playbooks and guidelines
Knowledgeable with appliclable frameworks, regulations, standards, policies and procedures
Operational understanding of server and IA technologies, internetworking protocols and services
Certifications & Compliance with DoD 8140.03 with IAM Level II or higher (CASP+, CISSP or higher)
Clearance Requirement: Must hold an active TS/SCI with Polygragh
