Information Systems Security Officer

ArdentMC; Ashburn (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a motivated Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) in Ashburn, VA. This hybrid role involves ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards, developing security plans, and managing risks for classified and unclassified systems. Ideal candidates will have 3-7 years of IT experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead a team. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a flexible work culture.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work culture

Collaborative environment

Career growth support

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of IT experience required.
• Experience in team leadership and technical report writing essential.
• Ability to balance security requirements with mission needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop security authorization packages compliant with FISMA.
• Perform risk analyses for effective safeguards.
• Conduct independent scans of systems and applications.

Skills

Team Leadership

Strategic Development

Critical Thinking

Project Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in an IT-related field

Tools

Jira

Agile Methodology

Job description

Join Ardent, where you can contribute to important work while enjoying a fulfilling life. We are seeking a highly motivated Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team and ensure compliance with federal cybersecurity standards, safeguard sensitive information, and manage risk across classified and unclassified systems.

Responsibilities:
* Develop and update security authorization packages compliant with FISMA, including System Security Plans, Risk Assessment Reports, and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
* Maintain an inventory of hardware and software for the information system.
* Develop, coordinate, test, and train on Contingency Plans and Incident Response Plans.
* Perform risk analyses to determine cost-effective and essential safeguards.
* Support Incident Response and Contingency activities.
* Perform security control assessments using NIST guidance.
* Conduct independent scans of applications, networks, and databases.
* Provide continuous monitoring to enforce client security policy and procedures.
* Develop and maintain the Plan of Action and Milestones and support remediation activities.
* Validate that protective measures for physical security are in place to support the systems security requirements.

Requirements:
* Bachelor's Degree in an IT-related field.
* 3-7 years of IT experience.
* Experience as a Team Lead, with presentation skills and the ability to motivate a team.
* Experience with Agile methodology and Jira.
* Proficiency in writing technical analysis reports.
* Strong written and oral communication skills.
* Critical thinking and strategy development skills.
* Good judgment and business acumen.
* Project management skills (ability to track detailed tasks and ensure timely delivery).
* Ability to work quickly and accurately in a dynamic environment.
* U.S. Citizenship and willingness to undergo a government background investigation.
* Balancing security requirements with mission needs.
* Relationship management.

Nice-to-Have:
* Certified Information Systems Security Officer (CISSO).
* EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
* Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).
* Certified Network Defense Architect (CNDA).
* CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP).
* Agile certification

Benefits:
We offer highly competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and an exceptional culture that embraces flexibility, innovation, collaboration, and career growth.

Location:
This is a hybrid role (3 days/week) in Ashburn, VA, with the potential to become a 5 days/week onsite role in the future. All candidates must be able to work onsite 5 days a week in Ashburn, VA.

How to Apply

Interested in this position? Please submit your resume and cover letter through the application portal.

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