ISSM Assistant- ESS

JASINT Consulting and Technologies, LLC; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

JASINT Consulting and Technologies, LLC is seeking a seasoned ISSM professional to execute RMF activities for DoD information systems at Fort Meade. You will lead risk analysis, implement security controls, and maintain authorization to operate (ATO) status.

The role requires Top Secret/SCI access, hands-on experience with RMF lifecycle phases, STIGs, SCAP, and monitoring tools. A strong focus on documentation, risk mitigation, and cross-team collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of DoD experience performing ISSM duties on DoD information systems
• At least 3 years as an operating system administrator or auditor
• Working knowledge of DoD STIGs, ICD, NIST, ISO, and CNSS
• Demonstrated ability to assess business risk, classify threats, and improve security controls
• Must have JWICS and SIPR access

Responsibilities

• Conduct RMF assessments and implement countermeasures.
• Help authorize hardware and software under RMF.
• Support the ISSM/ISO through the full RMF lifecycle: categorize, select, implement, assess, authorize, and monitor.
• Monitor the ESS security posture.
• Assess vulnerabilities using SCAP, ACAS, and HBSS.
• Analyze STIGs and develop a compliance strategy.
• Build POA&Ms for risks that can’t be fixed because of operational constraints.
• Maintain the eMASS repository and keep the ATO current.

Skills

DoD ISSM

Risk assessment

Security controls

JWICS access

SIPR access

STIG knowledge

Tools

SCAP

ACAS

HBSS

eMASS

JWICS

SIPR

Job description

This position requires a current and active Top Secret/SCI at the time of application.

What you will be doing:

• Conduct RMF assessments and implement countermeasures.
• Help authorize hardware and software under RMF.
• Support the ISSM/ISO through the full RMF lifecycle: categorize, select, implement, assess, authorize, and monitor.
• Monitor the Electronic Security System (ESS) security posture.
• Assess vulnerabilities using SCAP, ACAS, and HBSS.
• Analyze STIGs and develop a compliance strategy.
• Build POA&Ms for risks that can’t be fixed because of operational constraints.
• Maintain the eMASS repository and keep the ATO current.

Position Requirements

Experience:

• At least 5 years of DoD experience performing ISSM duties on DoD information systems
• At least 3 years as an operating system administrator or auditor
• Working knowledge of DoD STIGs, ICD, NIST, ISO, and CNSS
• Demonstrated ability to assess business risk, classify threats, and improve security controls
• Must have JWICS and SIPR access

Physical Demands

This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. The ability to move files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand as necessary would be required.

Why JASINT?

At JASINT we are proud to boast a “together we can” attitude. That is only possible with a strong talented team. Our goal is to answer the call to provide top mission and Warfighter support at all levels and that’s why we are seeking you!

We understand and respect the dedication and sacrifice that is required to serve our nation’s greatest efforts, and our commitment in turn is to support YOU!

JASINT cares about your work life balance and offers competitive benefits to help you at every stage of your personal and professional life: Retirement/401k, health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, (HSA/FSA), STD/LTD, professional development, tuition reimbursement, spot award recognition, PTO, Holidays…even an additional day off for your birthday.

JASINT offers both internal and external referral bonuses for all cleared exceptional talent we hire! Friends of yours, are friends of JASINT!

JASINT provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

JASINT participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with I-9 information to confirm that all new hires are authorized to work in the U.S. To learn more about E-Verify please visit dhs.gov/e-verify.