Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Davita Inc.; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 112,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Davita Inc. seeks an experienced Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) with a strong background in cybersecurity, risk management, and incident response. The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of security controls, compliance standards, and demonstrated experience in managing security policies. The ISSO will work autonomously and engage with both technical and non-technical personnel to ensure a secure operational environment.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 and RMF v5.
• Ability to write security policies and procedures.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Implement security controls in accordance with RMF.
• Manage ATO packages, and draft security documentation.
• Conduct risk assessments and monitor security incidents.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Risk Management

Incident Response

Communication

Network Technology

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology

Master's Degree in Cybersecurity

PhD in Computer Science

Tools

eMASS

AWS

Azure

Job description

Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Job Locations

US-MD-Linthicum

Requisition ID

2025-157220

Position Category

Cyber Security

Clearance

Top Secret/SCI

Responsibilities

Peraton has an opening for a Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) with a proven track record of DevSecOps success to include a combination of technical skills, communication skills, and cybersecurity skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the implementation and maintenance of security controls in accordance with RMF v5, managing ATO packages, drafting security documentation including Operating Procedures, Cybersecurity Strategy (CSS), System Security Plans (SSP) ATO packages as well as System Security and Privacy Plan (SSPP) in accordance with DoD policies, Department of Airforce (DAF) regulations and DC3 guidance.

The candidate must have expert knowledge and demonstrated experience with cybersecurity technologies, risk management, and incident response procedures as well as have a solid working understanding of computer functions, including hardware, software, and operating systems. This includes knowledge of Windows, Unix, and Linux operating systems, along with other applications such as databases, web servers, networking technologies, including routing, switching, and VPNs. It's a bonus if the candidate has experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS and Azure.

The ISSO must be able to work autonomously, manage their workload effectively, shift priorities with little to no loss of productivity and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical personnel.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Well-versed in best practices for cyber security program standards, processes, and procedures compliance, industry-standard security frameworks and demonstrated expert working knowledge of NIST Special Publication (SP) 800-53: Recommended Security Controls for Federal Information Systems, NIST SP 800-53A: Guide for Assessing the Security Controls in Federal Information Systems, AFPD 17-1 and AFI 17-130, Cybersecurity Program Management.

• Ability writing security policies and procedures, CSS, SSP, SSPP, and assess all ATO package artifacts.
• Expert knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) v5 (Processes, workflow, etc.).
• Ability to use eMASS to execute , RMF v5 to include document / update system status, identify, document, and manage implementation of operational and technical security controls, implementation and risk assessment tabs, non-compliant and non-validated controls, POAM management (entry, evidence, close-out), produce report and track Plan of Action and Milestone (POA&M) due dates, etc.
• The ability to complete a checklist to ensure Security Authorization Process documents are complete and comply with all guidance.
• Ability to work collaboratively with IT counterparts, communicate effectively (skilled in communicating complex technical information to non-technical audience) and coordinate STIG remediation with system administrators and developers.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments, monitor security Incidents and respond appropriately to Security Threats.
• Working understanding of network technology (includes knowledge of network protocols, TCP/IP), operating systems as well as the necessary security protocols, system details (Architecture, data flow, security cat, requirements, configuration management process/procedures, and user profile) firewalls, rules and configurations, intrusion detection tools and prevention systems, encryption techniques, Windows, Unix, and Linux) operating systems, along with other applications such as databases and web servers.
• Ability to execute tasks with little to no oversight or support as well as manage multiple, and at times, competing priorities without loss of productivity.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of experience; OR Master's Degree and 6+ years of experience; OR 3 years with PhD. Bachelor's degree must be in one of the following fields:
  • Information Technology
  • Cybersecurity
  • Computer Science
  • Information Systems
  • Data Science
  • Software Engineering
• Required Certification (one or more of the following):
  • Cloud+
  • GSEC
  • FITSP-O
  • GCIA
  • GCFA
  • GDSA
  • GICSP
  • Security+
  • GCED
  • GFACT
  • GISF
  • PenTest+
  • CBROPS
  • CFR
  • CySA+

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience transitioning from RMF v4 to v5.
• Basic understanding of identity and access management system capabilities and configuration.
• Experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS and Azure.
• Experience with TASKORDS, OPORDS, etc.
• Experience leading Cybersecurity (ISSO & ISSE) teams.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.