Lead Information System Security Officer

Cfocus Software
Washington, DC, United States
7 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
8 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Identity and Access Management Information Security Management Information Technology

Job description

cFocus Software seeks a Lead Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join our program supporting the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA). This position is on site in the Washington DC, MD, & VA area. This position requires a TS/SCI + CI Polygraph clearance., * Serves as the primary ISSO responsible for Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation and system accreditation activities.

  • Develops and maintains Authority to Operate (ATO) packages, security control assessments, and continuous monitoring programs.
  • Coordinates with Authorizing Officials, security teams, and auditors. Manages Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) and ensures timely remediation of security findings.
  • Implements security controls and ensures compliance with all applicable security requirements.
  • Provides ISSO support for multiple systems and mentors junior ISSO staff.

cFocus Software seeks a Lead Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join our program supporting the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA). This position is on site in the Washington DC, MD, & VA area. This position requires a TS/SCI + CI Polygraph clearance., * Serves as the primary ISSO responsible for Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation and system accreditation activities.

  • Develops and maintains Authority to Operate (ATO) packages, security control assessments, and continuous monitoring programs.
  • Coordinates with Authorizing Officials, security teams, and auditors. Manages Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) and ensures timely remediation of security findings.
  • Implements security controls and ensures compliance with all applicable security requirements.
  • Provides ISSO support for multiple systems and mentors junior ISSO staff.

Requirements

  • Active TS/SCI + CI Polygraph clearance
  • B.S. Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
  • 8+ years of experience with as an ISSO for DoD/IC systems
  • Active DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level II or III ce1iification (e.g., CISSP, CISM)

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