Information System Security Officer (ISSO) (Government)

AT&T; Great Falls Crossing (VA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

AT&T seeks a qualified Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support classified systems for defense intelligence collection. The role involves maintaining security plans, monitoring system security, and guiding compliance with cybersecurity regulations. Candidates should have extensive experience in information security and a relevant bachelor's degree.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Adoption Reimbursement

Disability Benefits

Life and Accidental Death Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in cybersecurity or related fields.
• 8570 compliance (IAT Level 2) is required.
• Experience with classified systems and the SAPs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop System Security Plans and Security Controls.
• Monitor data logs to identify and mitigate threats.
• Assist in Authorization and Accreditation processes for classified systems.

Skills

Assessment and Authorization (A&A)

Information Security Controls

Cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field

Tools

XACTA

Job description

Job Description:

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located at customer's site.No relocation is offered.

AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to theFederal Government. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing, and empowering a diverse, high-performing workforce that is passionate about what they do, committed to our shared values, and dedicated to our customers’ mission.

AT&T has an opening for an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) for the TAC2O systems in providing managed IT support of SAP-IT systems for high-priority defense intelligence collection needs and develop and field advanced technical collection capabilities.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Responsibilities are full time on customer’s onsite and will cover classified programs and Special Access Programs (SAP). No Telework.
• Provide subject matter expertise and serve as an advisor on technical matters involving the security of assigned Information Systems.
• Maintain and develop System Security Plans (SSP), Security Controls Traceability Matrices (SCTM, Continuous Monitoring Plans (ConMon), Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&Ms), and other related Plans, Procedures and Guidance.
• Monitoring and correlating data (e.g., logs, events, activity, etc.) from a variety of sources (e.g., Splunk, Trellix, STIGs, ACAS, etc.) to identify and mitigate threats, vulnerabilities and non-compliance.
• Security sustainment activities (Change Management, Account Management, Media Protection, File Transfers, etc.)
• Ensure required cybersecurity controls are implemented and validated, to include continuous monitoring actions.
• Assist in overseeing and managing day-to-day operation of SAP Information Systems.
• Assist team in Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) process using RMF across the design lifecycle for classified systems obtaining and maintaining Authority to Operate (ATO) and Authority to Connect (ATC).
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of Networks, Cloud, and IT system security authorization procedures.

Additional Clearance Requirements:

TS/SCI (#tssci)

Additional Clearance Requirements:

Polygraph (can be obtained during cross-over) (#polygraph)

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrates strong experience with IC/DoD customer's Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process (e.g., RMF, NIST800-53, ICD503, JSIG)
• Experience with XACTA
• Experience in developing and implementing DoD approved information security controls, procedures and documentation for the operation of classified systems
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
• Must presently be 8570 compliant (IAT Level 2)

Desired Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institute in an area applicable to this position and eight (8) years of relevant experience
• Previous experience as an ISSO, ISSM, ISSE, or Security Controls Assessor
• Experience with the Special Access Programs (SAPs) and Intelligence Community (IC)

Our Information System Security Officer (ISSO)s earn between $98,100 - $205,000. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Reston, Virginia

It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.