Information Systems Security Officer, Mid

Booz Allen Hamilton; Riverside (OH); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to assess client cyber risks and design mitigation plans for mission-critical systems. You will translate complex security concepts for executive audiences and lead the creation of presentations, whitepapers, and milestones.

Join a team that delivers risk-informed security across government and commercial clients, applying NIST RMF, RMF processes, and DoD information requirements while coordinating with colleagues and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as an ISSO or Information System Security Analyst.
• Experience conducting tool assessments and configuration analysis against gov guidelines.
• Experience implementing security controls for systems.
• Experience implementing controls from NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, ICD 503, RMF, and DoD Information Levels to achieve ATO.
• Ability to perform risk analysis.
• Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph.
• HS diploma or GED.
• DoD 8570 IAM Level II Certification such as CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, or SSCP.

Responsibilities

• Identify client cyber risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Translate security concepts for clients to support decision making.
• Develop presentations, whitepapers, and milestones.
• Collaborate with colleagues to assess threats and controls.

Skills

ISSO/ISSA

Risk analysis

Security controls implementation

NIST RMF

TS/SCI clearance

DoD IAM II certs

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

NIST RMF

NIST 800-53

FedRAMP

ICD 503

DoD Information Levels

Job description

Information Systems Security Officer, Mid The Opportunity

Cyber threats are everywhere, and the constantly evolving nature of these threats can make understanding them seem overwhelming to our clients. In all of this “cyber noise,” how can these organizations understand their risks and how to mitigate them? The answer is you. We need your knowledge as an information security risk specialist to help break down complex threats into manageable plans of action. As an information security risk specialist on our team, you’ll work with clients to discover their cyber risks, understand applicable policies, and develop a mitigation plan. You’ll get technical and personnel details from colleagues to assess the entire threat landscape. Then, you’ll help your team guide your client through a plan of action with presentations, whitepapers, and milestones. You’ll work on translating security concepts for your client so they can make the best decisions to secure their mission‑critical systems. This is your opportunity to take an active role in information security while growing your skills in cloud technologies. Be a part of our team as we protect our nation's critical information systems. Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 2+ years of experience as an ISSO or Information System Security Analyst (ISSA)
• Experience conducting tools assessments and configuration analysis against best practices, vendor specifications, and government security guidelines and requirements
• Experience with the implementation, oversight, and maintenance of the security configuration, practices, and procedures for systems
• Experience implementing controls from NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, ICD 503, RMF, and DoD Information Levels, including applying them to the design and implementation of information technology solutions to achieve an authorization to operate (ATO)
• Ability to perform risk analysis
• Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam
• HS diploma or GED
• DoD 8570 IAM Level II Certification such as CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, or SSCP Certification

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with DoD security technical implementation guides (STIGs), checklists, and testing tools, including STIG Viewer, SCAP, and ACAS scanning tool
• Experience assessing configuration changes, such as new COTS tools or web application upgrades, to system security boundary
• Experience with cyber-related tools, such as Splunk or STIG Viewer
• Experience with SAP
• Knowledge of Zero Trust principles and concepts
• Ability to work within a collaborative team and a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Possession of excellent written, organizational, presentation, and verbal communication skills
• AWS, Azure, or GCP Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values.

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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $61,900.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

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