Senior ISSO

B&A is seeking a Senior ISSO who will be responsible for leading cybersecurity compliance and security operations activities supporting cleared federal information systems. This role serves as the primary Task Lead for assigned efforts while also providing ISSO support across additional systems as needed. The position requires strong expertise in RMF, vulnerability management, security assessment tools, and enterprise cybersecurity operations within classified environments.

The ideal candidate possesses advanced knowledge of federal cybersecurity standards, hands-on experience supporting secure system operations, and the ability to lead cybersecurity initiatives in high-security mission environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Task Lead for assigned cybersecurity and information assurance activities.
• Provide ISSO support for multiple classified systems and environments as required.
• Support implementation and maintenance of RMF cybersecurity processes and documentation.
• Conduct security analysis, vulnerability management, and compliance activities.
• Utilize enterprise security tools to identify, assess, and remediate cybersecurity risks.
• Monitor systems for security vulnerabilities and coordinate remediation efforts with technical teams.
• Support system authorization activities, continuous monitoring, and audit readiness efforts.
• Maintain and update cybersecurity documentation, policies, procedures, and security artifacts.
• Coordinate with government stakeholders, system owners, and technical personnel to ensure compliance with federal cybersecurity requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to cybersecurity team members as needed.
• Assist with incident response, security investigations, and risk mitigation activities.
• Track and report cybersecurity status, risks, and remediation efforts to leadership., B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:
• The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
• A formal mentorship program
• Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
• Brand Ambassador program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
• Monthly teambuilding events
• B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more

At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.

• Minimum of 9 years of experience in computer science, cybersecurity, information assurance, or related IT fields.
• At least 7 years of experience serving as an ISSO or ISSE within a cleared facility or classified environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Business Management, or related discipline preferred.
• Advanced degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience supporting RMF, federal cybersecurity compliance, and continuous monitoring activities.
• Experience working in classified government or DoD/Federal environments preferred., * Strong understanding of RMF, NIST standards, and federal cybersecurity compliance frameworks.
• Experience using enterprise cybersecurity and vulnerability management tools including Tenable Nessus/Security Center, Splunk, IBM Guardium, NMAP and similar security assessment and monitoring tools.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for identifying and mitigating cybersecurity risks.
• Experience supporting system authorization and security assessment activities.
• Ability to manage multiple systems and priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and task management abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively across technical and non-technical teams.

Certifications

• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
• GISP (Global Information Security Professional)
• CASP+ (CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner)
• Or equivalent certification meeting DoD 8570 IAM Level III requirements

Security Clearance

• Active Top-Secret clearance required
• SCI eligibility may be required depending on assignment

B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.

Benefits and Programs

B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.

At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value - not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We’d love for you to join our team!