ISSO I: RMF & Compliance Security Operations

Columbia Technology Partners, Inc; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Vision & Dental

401k 6% match

PTO & Leave

Career development stipend

Life & Disability Insurance

Profit sharing

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer 1 to support the execution and maintenance of information assurance programs across systems, enclaves, and organizational environments. The role focuses on implementing security policies, maintaining the security posture, and supporting RMF-based risk management activities.

You will assist with day-to-day security operations, documentation, and system authorization efforts while collaborating with ISSMs, system

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; 4 additional years of ISSO experience may substitute
• Minimum 5 years of experience as an ISSO or in a related role
• DoD 8570 IAT Level I certification (or higher)
• Experience with RMF processes, including ATO support, security controls, and continuous monitoring
• Hands-on experience with RMF tools, NIST 800-53/800-37, vulnerability scanning, and security documentation (SSPs, POA&Ms)

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and enforcement of information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies
• Assist in maintaining the operational security posture of systems and programs
• Perform vulnerability and risk assessments to support system authorization activities
• Support RMF-based security authorization efforts, including ATO maintenance and continuous monitoring
• Prepare and maintain security documentation, including SSPs, POA&Ms, BIAs, CMPs, AARs, CPs, SARs, and RARs
• Manage and assess the security impact of system changes
• Perform configuration management for security-related software, hardware, and firmware
• Evaluate security solutions to ensure compliance with NIST security requirements
• Analyze compliance and configuration scan results and support remediation efforts
• Collaborate with system administrators and system owners to maintain compliance and address vulnerabilities
• Provide support for privileged user access oversight and account management processes
• Maintain system records, including hardware, software, and network components
• Support ISSMs and senior security staff in day-to-day security operations

Skills

RMF processes

Vulnerability Scanning

Policy Compliance

IA Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Tools

RMF Tools

NIST 800-53/800-37

Job description

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer 1 to support the execution and maintenance of information assurance programs across systems, enclaves, and organizational environments. The role focuses on implementing security policies, maintaining the security posture, and supporting RMF-based risk management activities.

You will assist with day-to-day security operations, documentation, and system authorization efforts while collaborating with ISSMs, system