1481 - Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Sigma Defense is seeking a dynamic and skilled Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team in San Antonio, TX. This critical role ensures the security and compliance of information systems, driving the adoption of advanced technologies to support government clients. As an ISSO, you will safeguard mission-critical systems, implement secure cloud solutions, and optimize processes to meet stringent regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is flexible, hardworking, and ready to learn new things. The candidate should have strong verbal and written communication skills with exceptional interpersonal, problem-solving, organizational, and multitasking abilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience supporting Linux-based infrastructure.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure or other cloud platforms.
• Background supporting DoD or Intelligence Community System Program Offices.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud engineering principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Understanding of operational excellence, configuration management, and security controls.
• One or more certifications in cloud technologies.
• Familiarity with cloud paradigms, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.
• Knowledge of project management tools such as Jira and Confluence.

Personnel Clearance Level:

• Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Clearance will be sponsored for the right candidate.

Education Requirement:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Cybersecurity, or equivalent experience.

Mandatory Certifications:

• DoD IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE).

Essential Job Duties (not all-inclusive):

• Customer Support and Enablement:

• Onboard government customers, providing comprehensive support to meet their security needs.
• Guide customers through security certification and deployment processes, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Monitor and maintain the security and performance of mission-critical applications.

• Security and Compliance Management:

• Implement log aggregation and analysis to detect and respond to security events.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and risk management to enhance system resilience.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, such as NIST SP 800-53 and DoD requirements.

• Cloud Technology Implementation:

• Research and implement secure cloud technologies, including hybrid-cloud and government-specific solutions (e.g., AWS GovCloud, Azure Government).
• Design and manage migrations to secure cloud environments, ensuring operational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to support and troubleshoot cloud-based systems.
• Process Optimization:
• Develop and optimize processes to evaluate and improve system security and performance.
• Assess proposed changes for security implications and conduct post-implementation reviews.
• Maintain compliance and security across cloud environments, aligning with federal mandates.

Salary Range: $120,000- $140,00 annually.

Benefits

• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 12 (Floating) Holidays
• Educational Assistance
• Highly Competitive Salary