Information System Security Officer

General Dynamics - IT; Newington Forest (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Information System Security Officer, where your expertise will help safeguard critical systems for a DOD customer. In this dynamic role, you will lead Accreditation & Authorization efforts, collaborating with stakeholders and government representatives to ensure compliance and security. With a focus on strong communication and organizational skills, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment, tackling challenges and making a significant impact. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while contributing to vital projects that enhance national security.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in information security roles.
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage relationships effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead Accreditation & Authorization efforts for DOD customers.
• Gather system documentation to support cyber risk management.

Skills

Security+

Strong communication skills

Team management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

eMASS

ACAS

ITIL

Job description

Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as an Information System Security Officer supporting a DOD customer in the National Capital Region. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As an Information System Security Officer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on your joining the team to lead the organization’s Accreditation & Authorization efforts.

How an Information System Security Officer will Make an Impact:

• Communicate with the team, stakeholders, and Government representatives to complete A&A packages across multiple environments.
• Solve challenges through perseverance, attention to detail, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Support a dynamic work environment with multiple competing priorities and Authorizing Officials.
• Gather system documentation across various work centers to support cyber risk management.
• Utilize both soft and hard customer relationship skills to achieve desired outcomes.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree

Required Experience:

• 6+ years

Required Technical Skills:

• Security+
• eMASS

Security Clearance Level:

• TS/SCI

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong communication skills
• Team management
• Organizational skills

Preferred Skills:

• ACAS
• ITIL

Location:

• On Customer Site

Citizenship Required:

• US Citizenship

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