Information System Security Officer

CACI International; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 218,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International is seeking an Information System Security Officer in Chantilly, VA. This full-time role requires TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance and focuses on maintaining the security posture of the information system, supporting security authorization activities, and guiding SecOps and IRM/CAM processes.

The successful candidate will prepare SSPs, C&A packages, risk assessments, and SRTMs, review AIS documentation, perform continuous monitoring, coordinate with customers and technical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 5 years of related experience.
• Sec+ or any level II DoD 8570 compliant cert.
• Experience with network and information system security principles and test practices.
• Familiarity with cloud computing.
• Data transfer procedures across varying classification levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communications.
• Experience using Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review SSPs, Risk Assessment Reports, C&A packages, and SRTMs.
• Review AIS accreditation/certification support documentation.
• Notify customers of changes impacting AIS accreditation/certification.
• Perform system and network self-inspections.
• Provide security coordination on system test plans.
• Monitor vulnerabilities and track remediation efforts.
• Attend system technical exchange meetings.
• Identify AIS vulnerabilities and implement countermeasures.
• Represent the customer on technical review teams.
• Coordinate and track AIS inspections, reports, and responses.
• Maintain AIS security records.
• Advise on network nodes operating in subordinate facilities.
• May provide work leadership for lower-level staff.
• Support migration of SecOps and IRM/CAM processes to new tools.
• Facilitate communication between technical teams and stakeholders.
• Support ATO processes and continuous ATO modernization.

Skills

Security concepts

Vulnerability assessment

Policy & compliance

Cloud computing familiarity

Network security

IA/IM concepts

Excellent communication

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

SSCP certification (DESIRED)

Tools

Confluence

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Information System Security Officer

Job Category: Security

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: None

As an Information System Security Officer, you will be responsible for maintaining operational security posture for the information system, support security authorization activities in compliance with the sponsor's policy and develop/maintain procedures to perform vulnerability/risk assessment analysis to support certification and accreditation. As a Subject Matter Expert, assist and guide development teams implementing SecOps and IRM/CAM processes.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review documentation to include System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessment Reports, Certification and Accreditation (C&A) packages, and System Requirements Traceability Matrices (SRTMs)
• Review and develop Automated Information System (AIS) accreditation/certification support documentation
• Notify the customer when changes occur that might affect AIS accreditation/certification
• Perform system and network self-inspections
• Provide security coordination and review on all system test plans
• Perform continuous monitoring of automated vulnerability detection scan results and track the engineering efforts to remediate/address vulnerabilities
• Attend system technical exchange meetings
• Identify AIS vulnerabilities and implementing countermeasures
• Represent the customer on various technical review teams
• Conduct security surveys at subordinate facilities and gathering pertinent security documentation for inclusion into system accreditation packages
• Coordinate, prepare, and track AIS inspections, reports, and responses
• Maintain AIS security records
• Advise on network nodes operating in subordinate government and contractor facilities and receiving direction from the government PSO
• May provide work leadership for lower-level employees and customer
• Assist and support migration effort for SecOps and IRM/CAM processes to new tools
• Facilitate communication between technical teams and stakeholders, translating security requirements into actionable user stories
• Support security authorization activities including Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and continuous ATO modernization initiatives

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and 5 years of related experience
• Sec+ or any level II DoD 8570 compliant cert
• Experience with network and information system security principles and test practices
• Familiarity with cloud computing
• Previous experience controlling, labeling, virus scanning, and appropriately transferring data (upload/download) between information systems at varying classification levels
• Build rapport with military, civilian, and contractors at all levels
• Familiarity with applicable IC, DoD policies, procedures and operating instructions related to IT, IA, and IM
• Excellent communications skills including verbal and written
• Experience using Microsoft Office products
• Comfortable working with users and customers, preparing and providing briefings for related to security initiatives

Desired Qualifications:

• Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) certification
• Exposure to projects using an Agile development approach
• Experience leading mid to large security initiatives and managing small teams
• Experience with Confluence

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$103,800 - $218,100

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.