Information Systems Security Officer
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Job description
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Assist the Department of War and USMC with the development and execution of assessment and authorization (A&A) efforts.
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Prepare, review, and update authorization packages (IATT/ATO) to maintain the security posture of mission-critical systems.
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Manage and track Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) within ISSO responsibility to ensure timely remediation of findings from audits.
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Conduct continuous monitoring activities for authorization boundaries and notify the ISSM of changes affecting the system's authorization.
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Coordinate hardware, software, and firmware modifications with the ISSM and AO/DAO prior to implementation.
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Monitor system recovery processes to ensure security features are properly restored and audit records are accurately collected and reviewed.
Requirements
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Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or a related field with 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in information systems security. A total of 10 years' experience without a degree.
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Proven experience accrediting IT systems against U.S. Government standards such as NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and DISA STIGs.
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Hands-on experience supporting system accreditation and authorization tasks using eMASS.
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Possess active foundational cybersecurity certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or CySA+.
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Demonstrated ability to perform ISSO duties including the execution of cybersecurity self-inspections and the review of system assessment plans.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Possess advanced technical certifications such as CompTIA PenTest+ or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).
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Experience managing secure network infrastructures and enterprise firewall policies in DoD environments.
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Self-starter with excellent people skills who can collaborate across teams to drive organization-wide security improvements.
Clearance Requirements:
- Must have a current active SECRET security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with SAP clearance eligibility.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able and willing to perform occasional manual labor and warehouse duties, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.