Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) III

gTANGIBLE Corporation; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) III to support critical national security objectives. This role involves ensuring the security posture of information systems, collaborating closely with security authorities, and managing day-to-day security operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cyber security, risk management, and operational security, with the ability to adapt to dynamic security environments. Join a team that values your expertise and contributes to vital defense initiatives while enjoying a supportive work culture that fosters professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5-7 years of related experience required.
• Must meet DoD certification requirements within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operational security posture for information systems.
• Develop and update authorization documentation.
• Conduct continuous monitoring of security safeguards.

Skills

Information Assurance

Cyber Security

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Analytical Skills

Incident Handling

Security Training

Education

Bachelor's Degree

5-7 years of related experience

9-11 years of related experience without a degree

Job description

gTANGIBLE Corporation (gTC), www.gtangible.com, is a S corporation and a registered Government contractor that provides services and solutions in:

• National Security Programs
• Professional, Administrative, and Management Support
• Mission and Warfighter Support

We are a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and the founder has years of successful experience in the Government contracting arena. Our leadership team is an exceptional group of Government contracting professionals. gTANGIBLE is in the process of identifying candidates for the following position.

Requisition Type: Contingent (Open)

Position Status: Full Time

Position Title: Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) III

Location: Schriever AFB, CO

Security Clearance Level: Top Secret/SCI, SAP Information eligible, consent for Counterintelligence polygraph

Duties and Responsibilities

The Air Force (AF) Special Access Program (SAP) Security Support Services (SSS) assists the AF cognizant security authority in oversight of enhanced National Security Objectives supporting AF SAP interests through active and integrated security operations, processes, mechanisms, and management. This support provides multi-disciplinary security support, including specialized analytical/program protection support, while being responsive and flexible to dynamic SAP security situations.

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. Duties include the following:

• 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.

Knowledge and Qualifications

• Bachelors degree and 5-7 years of related experience especially in developing RMF packages or body of evidence or 9-11 years of related experience especially in developing RMF packages or body of evidence without a degree.
• Prior performance in roles such as System, Network Administrator or ISSO.
• 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.
• Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Prior Air Force experience a plus.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.