Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) II - Washington, DC area

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 97,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. seeks an Information System Security Officer to maintain the security posture of a DoD information system and work with ISSM/ISO.

The role covers day‑to‑day security operations, physical/environmental protection, incident handling, and training, primarily within SAP/SCI environments. Requirements include 2+ years of related experience, a relevant degree or equivalent, and IAT Level II/IAM Level II certs with polygraph eligibility.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience; SAP experience required.
• Bachelor’s or related degree with 2 years’ experience (or 4 years equivalent).
• IAT Level II or IAM Level II certifications within 6 months of hire.
• US Citizenship required; TS/SCI with full polygraph eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop physical or logical topologies for a system.
• Assist the ISSM in meeting duties and responsibilities.
• Prepare, review, and update authorization packages.
• Ensure procedures exist for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying hardware/media.
• Coordinate changes with ISSM and AO/DAO prior to modification.
• Monitor security features and restore procedures after incidents.

Skills

Information Security

Information Security Management

Information System Security

Education

Bachelor’s degree OR Associate’s degree + 2 years

Job description

Job Details

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret/SCI Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Cyber and IT Risk Management Job Qualifications: Skills: Information Security, Information Security Management, Information System Security Certifications: None Experience: 2 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes

Job 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 Compartments efforts. The position will provide “day-to-day” support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

Responsibilities

• 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 providing 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 security impact analysis activities and provide to the ISSM on all configuration management changes to the authorization boundaries.

Experience

2+ years related experience. SAP experience required. Prior performance in roles such as System, Network Administrator, or ISSO.

Education

Bachelor’s degree OR Associate’s degree in a related area + 2 years’ experience OR equivalent experience (4 years).

Certifications

IAT Level II or IAM Level II (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, etc.) – within 6 months of hire

Security Clearance

TS/SCI required Must be able to Attain – TS/SCI with CI Polygraph #AirforceSAPOpportunities #TS/SCI

Salary

The likely salary range for this position is $97,240 - $131,560. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Work Schedule and Locations

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: 10-25% Telecommuting Options: Onsite Work Location: USA DC Washington Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

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