Information System Security Officer (Active Polygraph Required)

General Dynamics Information Technology; Great Falls Crossing (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Information Systems Security Officer, where you will play a crucial role in safeguarding information systems and ensuring operational security. This position offers the chance to work on cutting-edge cybersecurity projects and make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment. With a focus on innovation and professional growth, you will collaborate with a skilled team to implement security solutions and manage risks effectively. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive workplace culture that values work-life balance and career development.

Benefits

401K with company match

Health and wellness packages

Career development support

Paid education and certifications

Cutting-edge technology

Paid vacation and holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in information security roles.
• Strong knowledge of AWS infrastructure and cloud security.

Responsibilities

• Provide information assurance support to systems and programs.
• Maintain operational security posture through Risk Management Framework.
• Perform vulnerability scanning and risk assessments.

Skills

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M)

Risk Management Framework

Cybersecurity policies and standards

NIST 800-53

NIST 800-37

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity

Job description

**Req ID:** RQ197755

**Type of Requisition:** Regular

**Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:** Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

**Public Trust/Other Required:** None

**Job Family:** Information Security

**Skills:**

Amazon Web Services (AWS), Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M), Risk Management Framework

**Experience:**

5+ years of related experience

**US Citizenship Required:**

Yes

**Job Description:**

Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as an Information Systems Security Officer supporting customer activities. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As an ISSO, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on an ISSO joining our highly skilled team to provide cyber security services to the customer. We offer a comprehensive cyber security risk management platform across multiple fabrics and centers, ensuring operational IT capabilities provide the client with necessary timeliness, accuracy, and security of information. Be the change, lead our change – join us!

**HOW AN ISSO WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:**

1. Provide information assurance support to systems and programs.
2. Maintain operational security posture through customized Risk Management Framework (RMF).
3. Evaluate security solutions to meet security requirements for processing classified information.
4. Provide configuration management and documentation for system software, hardware, networks, and enclaves.
5. Prepare and review system documentation, including SSPs, C&A packages, architecture diagrams, contingency plans, incident response plans, etc.
6. Support programmatic and organizational project and risk management review boards.
7. Perform vulnerability scanning, risk assessments using NIST 800-53, and prepare responses to POA&Ms.

**WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:**

• **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• **Experience:** 5+ years.
• **Preferred Technical Skills:**
• Experience with cybersecurity policies, standards, and processes.
• Strong knowledge of AWS infrastructure, cloud security, and commercial cloud.
• Understanding of NIST 800-53, NIST 800-37, RMF, ICD 503, CNSSI 1253.
• Strong communication skills for technical reports and security plans.
• **Security Clearance:** TS/SCI with active polygraph.
• **Preferred Certifications:**
• Security+: CISSP, CISM, CEH, AWS CCP, Microsoft Azure, GCP.

**Location:** Reston, VA

**GDIT Benefits:**

• 401K with company match
• Health and wellness packages
• Career development support
• Paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology
• Paid vacation and holidays

Salary range: $115,768 - $156,628, based on experience and location.

Our benefits include various health plans, paid time off, disability benefits, life insurance, and more. We value work/life balance and regularly review our Total Rewards package.

Join GDIT, a global leader in technology and professional services, delivering solutions across the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence sectors. Our experts operate in over 50 countries, focusing on modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber, and more.

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