Mid-Level Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Be Challenged and Make a Difference 
In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture. 
Description of Task to be Performed:Come join our growing team and make a difference every day! AnaVation is seeking a skilled Tier II Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support a high-impact cybersecurity program). This mid-level role is perfect for candidates with hands-on RMF experience who are ready to take ownership of system authorizations, continuous monitoring, and federal compliance activities.
Key responsibilities include:• Support the maintenance of security documentation and support system ATO and ATT efforts.• Conduct security control assessments and provide recommendations for remediation.• Perform biweekly audit log and vulnerability scan reviews and track POA&M items.• Collaborate with system owners and technical teams to manage risk and respond to incident.• Support Ongoing Authorization (OA) and continuous monitoring activities.• Prepare and brief senior leadership on system security posture and compliance metric.• Ensure alignment with DOJ cybersecurity policies and NIST SP 800-53, 800-37, and 800-137.
This position is full-time onsite with our customer in a Metro-accessible location in Washington, DC.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of four (4) years of hands-on relevant experience is required.
• Experience: 4 years
• Required Skills/Certs:
• Minimum of four (4) years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity, with at least one (1) year maintaining an Authorization to Operate (ATO) for a moderate or high-impact federal information system.
• Strong working knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST publications, especially SP 800-53, 800-37, and 800-137.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and maintaining system security documentation (e.g., SSP, CMP, POA&M, IRP)
• Familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools and interpreting results (e.g., Tenable Nessus, Splunk).
• Must possess at least two of the following certifications:
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Certified Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC)
• Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
• Information Systems Security Management Professional (ISSMP)
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• CompTIA Security+
• Required Clearance:
• Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance; Secret clearance strongly preferred.

Benefits ·        Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents ·        100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents ·        100% company paid long-term and short term disability insurance ·        100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents ·        401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting ·        Competitive Pay ·        Generous paid leave and holiday package ·        Tuition and training reimbursement ·        Life and AD&D Insurance
About AnaVation AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.  
If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you! 
AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.