Information System Security Officer II

Stratum Networks; Maryland; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Stratum Networks is seeking a talented Information Systems Security Officer II (ISSO II) to support one of our DoD/IC clients in the Annapolis Junction, MD area. An active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required to be considered.

You will lead information assurance initiatives, manage security documentation, and oversee risk assessment and authorization activities to ensure compliant security postures for mission-critical networks.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required.
• Ten years’ ISSO experience on programs/contracts of similar scope.
• Experience in security tools, hardware/software security, communication protocols, or encryption techniques/tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline; four years additional ISSO experience may substitute for a degree.
• DoD 8570 compliance with IAM Level 1 or higher is required.
• Security+ certification required.
• Experience with DMVPN, Blue Coat product line, ASAs, HPNA, or General Firewalls preferred.

Responsibilities

• Propose, coordinate, implement and enforce information systems security policies, standards and methodologies.
• Maintain operational security posture for an information system or program.
• Assist with management of security aspects and day-to-day security operations.
• Evaluate security solutions to meet requirements for processing classified information.
• Perform vulnerability/risk assessment to support certification and accreditation.
• Provide configuration management for information system security software, hardware, and firmware.
• Manage changes to system and assess security impact of those changes.
• Prepare and review SSPs, Risk Assessment Reports, C&A packages, and SRTMs.
• Support security authorization activities in compliance with NISCAP/DIACAP.

Skills

TS/SCI Polygraph

Security policy knowledge

Vulnerability assessment

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline

DoD 8570 IAM Level 1 or higher

Tools

DIACAP

NISCAP

C&A documentation

Job description

Stratum Networks is a rapidly growing information assurance and cybersecurity solutions company that provides high-end network and security consulting to Department of Defense and Intelligence Community clients. We are looking for a talented and passionate Information Systems Security Officer II (ISSO) who would support one of our clients located in the Annapolis Junction, MD area.

CANDIDATES ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE AN ACTIVE TS/SCI WITH POLYGRAPH TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

As our ISSO II, you will provide support for a program, organization, system, or enclave’s information assurance program. Day-to-day responsibilities could include:

• Propose, coordinate, implement and enforce information systems security policies, standards and methodologies.
• Maintain operational security posture for an information system or program to ensure information systems security policies, standards, and procedures are established and followed.
• Assist with the management of security aspects of the information system and perform day-to-day security operations of the system.
• Evaluate security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing classified information.
• Perform vulnerability/risk assessment analysis to support certification and accreditation.
• Provide configuration management (CM) for information system security software, hardware, and firmware.
• Manage changes to system and assess the security impact of those changes.
• 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).
• Support security authorization activities in compliance with NSA/CSS Information System Certification and Accreditation Process (NISCAP) and DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP).

REQUIREMENTS:

• TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Ten (10) years’ experience as an ISSO on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• Experience must include at least two (2) of the following areas: knowledge of current security tools, hardware/software security implementation; communication protocols; and encryption techniques/tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional ISSO experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
• DoD 8570 compliance with Information Assurance Management (IAM) Level 1 or higher is required.
• Security + Certification required.
• Experience in at least one (1) of the following is required: DMVPN, Blue Coat product line, ASAs, HPNA, or General Firewalls.

STRATUM NETWORKS OVERVIEW:

Stratum Networks is a rapidly growing information assurance and cybersecurity solutions company with expert knowledge of implementing secure infrastructure, providing security integration, development, assessment and training solutions. Our high-end network and security consulting to Department of Defense and Intelligence Community clients create robust, secure network infrastructure, policies, and procedures for local and global, terrestrial and satellite networks.

As leading experts in their fields, our certified and highly experienced network, software development, IT support and security professionals are able to provide the necessary design, implementation, and consulting services to meet the demanding requirements of mission‑critical networks. To learn more, visit www.stratumnet.com .

Stratum Networks, Inc is an equal opportunity employer, who participates in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any other classification as required by applicable law.