Cyber Security Engineer-Information Systems Security Officer - Senior

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Cyber Security Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) where you will play a crucial role in protecting vital information systems. This position offers the opportunity to work on significant national defense programs while ensuring compliance with security protocols. You will be responsible for managing security operations, conducting risk assessments, and coordinating with various stakeholders. With a commitment to employee ownership and a supportive work environment, this role provides an exciting chance to contribute to critical cybersecurity initiatives. If you're passionate about security and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

20 days PTO/year

Flexible schedules

6% 401k match

Semi-annual bonus eligibility

Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000

Company funded ESOP

Life and disability insurance

Zero deductible health insurance plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity roles.
• Experience with system and network administration.

Responsibilities

• Assist in security operations and prepare authorization packages.
• Monitor compliance and conduct periodic reviews of systems.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Incident Handling

Configuration Management

Security Documentation

Risk Assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related discipline

4-6 years of equivalent experience

Tools

Security Management Tools

Network Monitoring Tools

Job description

Overview

Own Your Future. Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Cyber Security - Information Systems Security Officer ( ISSO) in Dayton, OH or Hanscom Air Force Base, MA.

As a Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) with MTSI you will support a customer operating out of Wright Patterson AFB Ohio or Hanscom AFB, MA. This position will require Travel up to 20%, as required by the Government. The position shall have the detailed knowledge and expertise required to manage the security aspects of an information system and, in many organizations, is assigned responsibility for the day-to-day security operations of a system.

This also will include physical and environmental protection, personnel security, incident handling, and security training and awareness. It will be required to work in close coordination with the ISSM and ISO in monitoring the information system(s) and its environment of operation to include developing and updating the authorization documentation, implementing configuration management across authorization boundaries. This will include assessing the security impact of those changes and making recommendation to the ISSM

Why is MTSI known as a Great Place to Work?

• Interesting Work: Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
• Values:Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.
• 100% Employee Ownership:we have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.
• Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
  • Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
  • Flexible schedules
  • 6% 401k match with immediate vesting
  • Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
  • Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
  • Up to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement
  • Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
  • Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
• Track Record of Success: We have grown every year since our founding in 1993

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance.

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com.

Responsibilities

• Assist the ISSM in meeting their duties and responsibilities
• Prepare, review, and update authorization packages
• Ensure approved procedures are in place for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying various types of hardware and media
• Notify ISSM when changes occur that might affect the authorization determination of the information system(s)
• Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with the security authorization package
• Coordinate any changes or modifications to hardware, software, or firmware of a system with the ISSM and AO/DAO prior to the change
• Monitor system recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly restored and functioning correctly
• Ensure all IS security-related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals
• Ensure audit records are collected, reviewed, and documented (to include any anomalies)
• Attend required technical and security training (e.g., operating system, networking, security management) relative to assigned duties
• Execute the cyber security portion of the self-inspection, to include providing security coordination and review of all system assessment plans
• Identify cyber security vulnerabilities and assist with the implementation of the countermeasures for them
• Prepare reports on the status of security safeguards applied to computer systems
• Perform ISSO duties in support of in-house and external customers
• Conduct security impact analysis activities and provide to the ISSM on all configuration management changes to the authorization boundaries

Qualifications

Required Experience:
• 5 years relevant experience required; 7+ highly desired
• Demonstrated performance in roles such as System, Network Administrator or ISSO

Education Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline or equivalent experience (4-6 years) may be substituted for Bachelor’s Degree

Certifications:
• Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8140 for Information Assurance Manager Level II or Information Assurance Architect and Engineer Level I

Clearance Requirements:
• Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI and SAP eligibility
• 2 years’ experience with Special Access Programs (SAP)

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