Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Lockheed Martin; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative technology leader dedicated to solving the toughest challenges in cybersecurity. As an Information System Security Officer, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding critical systems and ensuring compliance with security standards. This dynamic position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge tools and collaborate with a talented team of professionals. Embrace the chance to make a real impact while enjoying a supportive work environment that values your contributions and encourages professional growth. If you are ready to take your career to the next level, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Time Off

Relocation Assistance

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with security controls and vulnerability management.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage system security and continuous monitoring activities.
• Perform vulnerability scans and remediation tasks.

Skills

Windows and Linux Servers

Vulnerability Management

Continuous Monitoring

Splunk

Python

PowerShell

NIST SP800-53

DoD Security Directives

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Related Discipline

DoD IAT Level II Certification

Tools

Splunk

ACAS

Evaluate-STIG

Ansible

ePO

Job description

Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Description:Lockheed Martin is a Cyber Security pioneer, partner, innovator, and builder. Our amazing employees are on a mission to make a difference in the world and every single day we use our unique skills and experiences to create, design and build solutions to some of the worlds’ hardest engineering problems.

We encourage our employees to think big, perform with excellence, and build incredible products. If you have the passion and courage to dream big, we invite you to join our culture and build a better tomorrow with us. We provide the resources, inspiration, and focus to help you succeed.

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we are driven by innovation and integrity. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and visionary thinking, anything is possible – for our employees and our organization. We value your skills, training, and education, and we invite you to experience your future with us.

This position is located at Lockheed Martin's Manassas, Virginia facility and is part of a team of Classified Cybersecurity Professionals supporting the Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) Undersea Warfare (USW) cybersecurity team.

The ideal candidate will have experience developing, implementing, and maintaining Windows and Linux servers/clients, PC desktops, network devices, and supported applications. Successful candidates will have a thorough understanding of the DCSA accreditation process under the Risk Management Framework (RMF), including guidance directives such as DoDI 8500.01, NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53, JSIG, and Committee on National Security Systems Instruction (CNSSI) 1253.

As an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), you will be responsible for systems security, continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and system accreditation activities for multiple programs. You will require a strong background in continuous monitoring of system security controls, including vulnerability scanning and remediation using tools like Splunk and ACAS. You will also have experience with Splunk, including data analysis, visualization, configuration, and management, as well as experience with other security information and event management (SIEM) tools.

You will have experience with automation tools and scripting languages, such as Python or PowerShell, to automate security tasks and workflows. You will develop and maintain the Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM) and other security-related documentation. Your responsibilities will include performing vulnerability management activities, including security scans and remediation, and applying information technology security principles to configure security settings.

You will consult on the design, development, integration, and analysis of classified computing systems with the programs and information systems security manager (ISSM). You will assist with self-inspection reviews and conduct comprehensive investigations of computer security incidents, coordinating with other organizations for expertise.
Basic Qualifications:
• Secret Clearance.
• DoD IAT Level II certification: CCNA Security, CSA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security + CE, or SSCP is required before applying.
• Must have experience implementing NIST SP800-53 Security Controls, including evaluating and implementing STIGs using tools such as Evaluate-STIG, SCAP, Ansible, and PDQ, as well as experience with vulnerability management and remediation.
• Must have experience performing continuous monitoring of system security controls, including vulnerability scanning and remediation using tools such as Splunk and ACAS.
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, and organizational and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines, and collaborate with cross-functional teams and build and maintain effective team and customer relationships.
• Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex security issues and develop effective solutions, and stay up-to-date with emerging threats and vulnerabilities and apply this knowledge to improve the organization's security posture.
Desired Skills:
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 5 years of professional experience; or 3 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree. Considered career, or journey, level.
• Previous experience as an Information System Security Officer or Information System Security Manager, with a strong understanding of DoD Security Directives, Policies, Publications, and Regulations.
• Experience with SPLUNK, including data analysis, visualization, configuration and management, as well as experience with other security information and event management (SIEM) tools.
• Experience with automation tools and scripting languages, such as Python or PowerShell, to automate security tasks and workflows.
• Experience with ePO, including managing and deploying endpoint security solutions.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Security
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

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