Information Systems Security Officer III

P-11 Security, Inc. | SBA 8(a) Certified | EDWOSB; Lincoln (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TS clearance

Job summary

P-11 Security, Inc. seeks an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to maintain the security posture of information systems in collaboration with the ISSM and ISO. The role emphasizes day-to-day security operations, RMF, and support for SAP/SCI environments, with DoD agencies.

A TS clearance with SCI eligibility is required. Ideal candidates have 5–7 years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with strong experience in authorization packages and cybersecurity training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (4 years).
• 5-7 years related experience; ISSO, System or Network Administrator background.
• Must meet DoD Directive 8570.01-M IA Technician II or IA Manager II within 6 months of hire.
• Current Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility and SAP access.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operational security posture for information systems and coordinate with ISSM/ISO.
• Develop and update authorization documentation; implement configuration management across authorization boundaries.
• Prepare, review, and update authorization packages; ensure audit records are current and accessible.
• Identify cyber security vulnerabilities and assist with countermeasures; perform RMF efforts for DoD agencies.
• Conduct continuous monitoring activities and provide day-to-day ISSO support for SAPs, SCI, and collateral activities.

Job description

Description

The ISSO is responsible for ensuring the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for an information system and as such, works in close collaboration with the ISSM and ISO. The position shall have the detailed knowledge and expertise required to manage the security aspects of an information system and, in many organizations, is assigned responsibility for the day-to-day security operations of a system.

Description

The ISSO is responsible for ensuring the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for an information system and as such, works in close collaboration with the ISSM and ISO. The position shall have the detailed knowledge and expertise required to manage the security aspects of an information system and, in many organizations, is assigned responsibility for the day-to-day security operations of a system.

Description

The ISSO is responsible for ensuring the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for an information system and as such, works in close collaboration with the ISSM and ISO. The position shall have the detailed knowledge and expertise required to manage the security aspects of an information system and, in many organizations, is assigned responsibility for the day-to-day security operations of a system.

This also will include physical and environmental protection, personnel security, incident handling, and security training and awareness. It will be required to work in close coordination with the ISSM and ISO in monitoring the information system(s) and its environment of operation to include developing and updating the authorization documentation, implementing configuration management across authorization boundaries. This will include assessing the security impact of those changes and making recommendation to the ISSM. The primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and Military Departments efforts. The position will provide "day-to-day" support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

Performance Shall Include

• Develop physical or logical topologies for a system
• Assist the ISSM in meeting their duties and responsibilities
• Prepare, review, and update authorization packages
• Ensure approved procedures are in place for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying various types of hardware and media
• Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with the security authorization package
• Coordinate any changes or modifications to hardware, software, or firmware of a system with the ISSM and AO/DAO prior to the change
• Monitor system recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly restored and functioning correctly
• Ensure all IS security-related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals
• Ensure audit records are collected, reviewed, and documented (to include any anomalies)
• Attend required technical and security training (e.g., operating system, networking, security management) relative to assigned duties
• Execute the cyber security portion of the self-inspection, to include provide security coordination and review of all system assessment plans
• Identify cyber security vulnerabilities and assist with the implementation of the countermeasures for them
• Prepare reports on the status of security safeguards applied to computer systems
• Perform ISSO duties in support of in-house and external customers
• Conduct continuous monitoring activities for authorization boundaries under your preview
• Assist Department of Defense, National Agency and Contractor organizations with all RMF efforts

Experience:

• 5 - 7 years related experience
• Prior performance in roles such as System, Network Administrator or ISSO

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (4 years)

Certifications

Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level II or Information Assurance Manager II within 6 months of the date of hire

Security Clearance

• Current Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
• Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information
• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph

Other Requirements

Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs