Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Leidos currently has an opening for an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) in Alexandria, VA. The position will have a direct impact maintaining and improving the security posture of a primary IT and cybersecurity service provider to the Pentagon and DoD 4th Estate across the National Capital Region.  An active Secret security clearance is required prior to start.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the Government Information System Security Manager (ISSM) the ISSO specific responsibilities will include:
• Establish and implement security procedures and practices in support of Customer goals and current DoD regulations.
• Develop and update assessment and authorization documentation (Body of Evidence) for management and continuous monitoring of information systems.
• Using knowledge of the Information System (IS) and understanding of established Information Assurance requirements validate security policies and procedures outlined in the System Security Plan (SSP), customer policies & regulations, and ensure local policies are followed. 
• Initiate the authorization or re-authorization efforts and process for new or expiring systems and coordinate, schedule, and attend required meetings
• Serve as the System ISSO for various JSP systems
• Take corrective action to resolve problems identified and ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Perform security audits IAW established procedures.  Develop process for the management, review, and retention of security audit data.  Make decisions and implement corrective action as required to resolve audit discrepancies.
• Author and review IS security-related documentation and submit to eMASS.
• As an IA Subject Matter Expert (SME), provide critical thinking to ensure system security requirements are addressed during all phases of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Establish system specific recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly protected and restored.
• Conduct ongoing security reviews and tests of systems to verify security features and controls are functional and effective. Take corrective action to resolve identified vulnerabilities.
• Provide security engineering review of proposed changes or additions to the IS (including hardware, software, or connectivity), and advise the ISSM of the security relevance.
• Mentor and train junior ISSO personnel
• Create and maintain processes and procedures for use by members of the ISSO team
• Support the ISSO Team Lead in conducting lessons learned activities to improve the overall productivity and efficiency of the ISSO team

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Information Systems, or related discipline and 12+ years of direct experience; or Master’s degree and 10+ years of experience. Additional relevant/specialized training and experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.

• Significant experience with DoD implementation of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and governing directives (NIST, CNSS, DSS, etc.)

• Extensive experience creating and/or updating a project management plan

• The qualified candidate shall have superb customer service skills and the ability to work independently, prioritize, schedule, and complete multiple tasks along with extensive knowledge and experience in specialized area of expertise, especially as it relates to the Department of Defense (DoD).

• Hands-on experience conducting vulnerability assessment and analysis utilizing SCAP, ACAS/NESSUS and DISA STIGs

• Possess a current DoD 8570.01 compliant certification for IAT Level II, e.g. Security + w/CE prior to start.

• An active DoD Secret clearance is required for consideration.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current DoD Top Secret clearance

• Substantial experience conducting security audits of information systems.

• Extensive training or experience with Windows based Information Systems standards with a working knowledge of LINUX & Solaris operating systems.

• Current Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) certification

About Us:

Through the Risk Management Executive (RME) Cybersecurity Task Order on our GSM-O contract, we identify, assess, and prioritize risks to DISA and DoD mission partners, as well as develop risk mitigation strategies to increase the security posture of systems, networks, programs, and data in the face of internal and external threats.  Our overall mission is to ensure DISA’s information systems, assets, and enclaves possess the necessary security measures to ensure their confidentiality, integrity, and availability as well as maintain RME’s adherence to DoD, DISA, and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) approved cybersecurity and Risk Management Framework (RMF) policies, standards, and guidelines.

Original Posting Date:

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.