Information system security officer

Softthink Solutions; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to work onsite in Washington, DC. The role requires a strong background in computer science or related fields, along with industry-recognized certifications. The ideal candidate will have experience in the Federal Government environment, effective communication skills, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Experience working as an ISSO in the Federal Government environment.
• Knowledge of Federal Government SA&A practices and policies.

Responsibilities

• Key personnel may have multiple roles and responsibilities.
• Work independently and collaborate with application developers.

Skills

Communication

Motivation

Collaboration

Education

BS/BA in Computer Science

BS/BA in Information Systems

BS/BA in Software Engineering

Tools

CISSP Certification

CISA

GIAC Enterprise

PMP Certification

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary

Location: Onsite Washington, DC 20005.

Role: ISSO

Security Clearance required.

Key personnel staff may have multiple roles and responsibilities. At a minimum, key personnel must have:

1. BS/BA in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or other related analytical, scientific, or technical discipline.
2. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certification, GIAC Enterprise.
3. Vulnerability Assessor, or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) is highly preferred. Experience working as an ISSO in the Federal Government environment.
4. Knowledge of Federal Government SA&A practices and policies, particularly FISMA and NIST.
5. Knowledge of Special Publications 800 series.
6. Industry-recognized certifications relating to Project Management are preferred, such as Project Management Professional (PMP).
7. Ability to work independently and collaborate with application developers, engineers, and others.
8. Must be motivated and results-oriented.
9. Effective written and oral communication skills.