Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) III

General Dynamics - IT; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Comprehensive health packages

Professional growth opportunities

Paid education and certifications

Cutting-edge technology training

Extra paid vacation

Job summary

General Dynamics - IT in San Antonio, TX seeks an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) III to maintain the operational security posture of an information system. The role collaborates with the ISSM and ISO to manage security, perform day-to-day ops, and support SCI/SAP activities.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s or Associate’s with experience, DoD 8570.01-M compliance within 6 months, and TS/SCI clearance. SAP experience and prior ISSO/system admin work are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related area; 2+ years’ experience acceptable with equivalent credentials.
• 2+ years SAP experience required.
• Prior performance as System or Network Administrator or ISSO.

Responsibilities

• Assist the ISSM in duties and responsibilities.
• Prepare, review, and update authorization packages.
• Ensure procedures for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying hardware/media.
• Notify ISSM of changes affecting the authorization determination.
• Conduct periodic system reviews for compliance with the security package.
• Coordinate changes to hardware/software with ISSM and AO/DAO.
• Monitor recovery processes to ensure security features are restored.
• Maintain current security-related documentation and audit records.
• Attend required technical and security training.
• Support A&A efforts for DoD, DoN, and contractor orgs.

Skills

ISSO duties

SAP experience

System admin

Network admin

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s + 2 years experience

Job description

The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) III 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 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 position will provide “day-to-day” support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

Performance

• 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.
• Notify ISSM when changes occur that might affect the authorization determination of the information system(s).
• 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 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 the development of assessment and authorization (A&A) efforts.

Experience

• 5+ years related experience.
• 2+ years 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

• 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

Clearance

• Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI required. Must be able to attain – TS/SCI with CI Polygraph. GDIT.

Benefits

• IS YOUR PLACE:
• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with extra paid vacation and holidays
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