Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Telos Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Telos Corporation seeks an Information Systems Security Officer to protect vital IT assets with expertise in cybersecurity practices and procedures. The role requires a top-secret security clearance and relevant certifications, offering remote work flexibility and comprehensive benefits. Join a culture dedicated to security excellence and employee growth at Telos.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

401k retirement plan

Qualifications

• Current Top Secret Security Clearance required.
• 8 - 10 years of experience desired, or 6 - 8 years with a Master's.
• Experience with FISMA, Risk Management Framework (RMF), Governance, Compliance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure secure integration and operation of all systems in cybersecurity.
• Evaluate system security controls against compliance requirements.
• Perform vulnerability scanning and analysis.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Education

B.S. in Cybersecurity, Computer Science

Job description

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Job Title

Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Job Description

The most security-conscious organizations trust Telos Corporation to protect their vital IT assets. The reputation of our company rests on the quality of our solutions and the integrity of our people. Explore what you can bring to our solutions in the areas of cyber, cloud and enterprise security.

Be a part of the Telos culture and see what sets us apart! Telos offers an excellent compensation package with benefits that include generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and 401k. Our employees enjoy more than just a great work environment!

This client is based in Washington, DC but work is performed remotely.

Responsibilities:

• Applies extensive knowledge of a variety of the Cybersecurity field’s concepts, practices, and procedures to ensure the secure integration and operation of all systems.
• Applies extensive experience with the implementation of the NIST SP 800 family of publications, particularly those associated with NIST’s Risk Management Framework and FedRAMP.
• Applies extensive specialized knowledge of financial audit standards, classified system IA requirements and Privacy Act requirements.
• Applies extensive experience with evaluating system, network, or infrastructure security controls against requirements such as FISMA, FIPS, and NIST guidelines.
• Applies extensive knowledge and experience with all of the following criteria:
• Vulnerability scanning execution, assessment, and analysis
• Operating system and network knowledge (i.e., Local Area Networks [LAN] and Wide Area Networks [WAN])
• Information security and assurance principles (e.g., Defense-in-depth) and associated supporting technologies
• Application security, database security, and network security
• Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Works independently to solve problems quickly and completely.
• Possess experience in supporting, monitoring, testing, and troubleshooting hardware and software IA problems.
• Possess ability to assess and weigh current and evolving security threats in an operational environment.
• Outstanding problem solving and analytical skills, including ability to create clear observations, analysis and conclusions based on customer interviews and data.
• Team player who can collaborate with multiple stakeholders to arrive at the best solution.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

• Current Top Secret Security Clearance
• B.S. in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or some related field with 8 - 10 years of experience, or a Master's with 6 - 8 years of experience
• The ideal candidate possesses a mix of Cybersecurity experience i.e. FISMA, Risk Management Frame Work (RMF), Governance, Compliance, Technical Security

Must possess one of the following certifications:

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP)
• Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements to access sensitive information, which requires US citizenship.

Telos maintains a drug-free workplace and will conduct drug testing on all applicants who have accepted an offer of employment

Telos Corporation participates in the E-Verify program. Therefore, any employment with Telos will also be contingent upon confirmation from the Social Security Administration (“SSA”) and/or the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) of your authorization to work in the United States. Telos offers excellent compensation packages including salary commensurate with experience and benefits to meet your needs for today and the future.

Telos Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Telos Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at 1-800-283-1911. If you require relay service assistance, please click on the following link to review information on your state’s relay service: http://transition.fcc.gov/cgb/dro/

Telos Corporation is an EEO/AA employer.

Job Type

Full-Time

Location

Washington, DC 20024 US (Primary)

Telos offers an excellent compensation packages including salary commensurate with experience and benefits to meet your needs for today and the future. Telos and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Telos Corporation is an EEO/AA employer.