Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY OFFICER (ISSO)

The company is seeking junior, mid-level, and senior Information Systems Security Officers (ISSO) to provide SETA support in Hanover, MD. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the ISSMs in meeting their duties and responsibilities. Implement and enforce all DoD Information Systems and  Platform IT system cybersecurity policies and procedures, as defined by cybersecurity-related documentation.

• Ensure that all users have the requisite security clearances and access authorization, and are aware of their cybersecurity  responsibilities for DoD IS and PIT systems under their purview before being granted access to those systems.

• In coordination with the ISSM, initiate protective or corrective measures when a cybersecurity incident or vulnerability is  discovered and ensure that a process is in place for authorized users to report all cybersecurity-related events and potential  threats and vulnerabilities to the ISSO.

• Ensure that all DoD IS cybersecurity-related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals.

• Review reports from static code analysis, Pen Testing, and Scanning Results.

• Review network, data flow, org charts and etc...for potential vulnerabilities related to processes or personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science

• Information Assurance (IA) baseline certification commensurate to position

• Minimum years of related experience in executing life cycle information assurance/cyber security

  • Junior:  2 years of experience

  • Mid-level:  5 years of experience

  • Senior:  7 years of experience

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Thorough knowledge of NIST 800 series Special Publications, Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) and other  relevant federal and DoD cybersecurity regulations.

• Experience in creating and maintaining security configuration baselines for Windows and Linux platforms, networking  equipment, cloud technologies and custom hardware and software applications.

SECURITY CLEARANCE

·        Active DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance required

TRAVEL

·        Some travel may be required.

 Systek offers a very comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, life, disability, and long-term care insurance, and also offers a 401k plan, paid time off, service anniversary awards, and tuition reimbursement.