ISSO: Government Cybersecurity with Certification Path

Steampunk, Inc.; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Employee ownership program

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm in Virginia is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support a government client. The role requires a minimum of two years of cybersecurity experience, including knowledge of FISMA and NIST guidelines. Key responsibilities include monitoring security risks, managing authorization documents, and providing audit support. The position offers a salary range of $80,000 to $115,000 and the potential for cyber certifications within the first six months.

Qualifications

• Two years of cybersecurity experience is required.
• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in a related IT field.
• Knowledge of NIST Special Publication (SP) 800 family.
• Ability to assess security threats in operational environments.

Responsibilities

• Support all activities ensuring security level is maintained.
• Create and monitor status of POA&Ms.
• Review and update security authorization documents.
• Provide audit support for assigned systems.

Skills

Cybersecurity experience

FISMA-related experience

Knowledge of NIST guidelines

Vulnerability scanning

Operating system knowledge

Information assurance principles

Application security

Database security

Interviewing stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in IT

Non-IT degree with Cybersecurity experience

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

A cybersecurity firm in Virginia is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support a government client. The role requires a minimum of two years of cybersecurity experience, including knowledge of FISMA and NIST guidelines. Key responsibilities include monitoring security risks, managing authorization documents, and providing audit support. The position offers a salary range of $80,000 to $115,000 and the potential for cyber certifications within the first six months.