ISSO

Halvik is seeking a candidate to support a Federal customer in implementing and maintaining security measures to protect the customer’s systems, data, and networks from cyber threats. The position includes performing Information Assurance (IA) engineering activities that support cybersecurity posture and ensure compliance with applicable Federal requirements, and performing assessments and monitoring activities, and maintaining compliance with Federal security requirements.

Core Responsibilities

• Performing regular security assessments of networks, systems, applications, and cloud environments
• Developing or supporting the development of incident response plans and conducting security training sessions
• Monitoring compliance with applicable security standards, regulations, and NTIA security policies
• Supporting continuous monitoring activities, including vulnerability scanning, log analysis, and remediation tracking
• Preparing security assessment documentation such as SAPs, SARs, and POA&Ms in accordance with NIST RMF
• Validating remediation effectiveness through retesting, evidence review, and compliance verification

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Business -OR- Associate’s Degree and one (1) year relevant experience with professional certification
• Experience: One+ years of information technology experience; minimum one year of ISSO experience preferred
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in planning for and performing audits to ensure compliance with agency and federal security requirements. Knowledge of and/or capability to review and develop system security plans and other required security documentation; perform vulnerability assessment scans or interpret results of scans and track mitigation actions and progress of system engineers and administrators; and perform certification and accreditation activities as required to ensure assigned systems remain accredited and risk is managed to an acceptable level.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with Federal cybersecurity regulations, including NIST, FISMA, and associated guidance. Ensure artifacts, assessments, and system configurations remain aligned with NIST SP 800-53 controls, FedRAMP baselines, Federal agency policy and directives.
• Certifications:
• Per education requirements above.
• Must possess an active Secret clearance.

Preferred Expertise

• CISSP or equivalent Cybersecurity certification (e.g., Security+) preferred.
• Demonstrated success supporting Federal contracts.
• Strong background coordinating with stakeholders (e.g., system owners, ISSOs, architecture teams, and cybersecurity leadership) to validate cybersecurity requirements, address information assurance concerns, and resolve compliance or security issues.
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical risks and content into terms suitable for executive and government stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.

Eligible employees may receive performance-based incentives in recognition of individual and/or team achievements.

401(k) with company matching

Flexible Spending Accounts for commuter, medical, and dependent care expenses

Tuition Assistance

Charitable Contribution matching

Halvik Corp delivers a wide range of services to 13 executive agencies and 15 independent agencies. Halvik is a highly successful WOB business with more than 50 prime contracts and 500+ professionals delivering Digital Services, Advanced Analytics, Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning, Cyber Security and Cutting-Edge Technology across the US Government. Be a part of something special!