ISSO levels I and II - TS/SCI with poly required

Power3; Maryland; On-site; USD 95,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled ISSO professionals for critical roles in information systems security. The positions range from entry-level to mid-senior level, requiring a blend of education and experience in cybersecurity. Responsibilities include developing security policies, managing daily operations, and conducting risk assessments to ensure compliance with stringent security requirements. This role offers a competitive salary range and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to the security of vital information systems. If you have a passion for cybersecurity and meet the qualifications, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with relevant IT or cybersecurity experience, or an Associate's Degree.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related discipline with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and enforcement of information systems security policies.
• Maintain the operational security posture for assigned systems.

Skills

Information Assurance

Cybersecurity

Risk Assessment

Compliance with DoD 8570.01-M

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Job description

We are seeking ISSO Levels I and II - TS/SCI with Polygraph Required

ISSO Level 1 – Entry-Level

Estimated Salary Range: $95,000 – $125,000 per year

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma with 4 years of relevant IT or cybersecurity experience, or an Associate's Degree with 2 years of experience.
• Compliance with DoD 8570.01-M, requiring at least an IAM Level I certification (e.g., Security+).
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.

Responsibilities:

• Support the development and enforcement of information systems security policies and procedures.
• Maintain the operational security posture for assigned systems.
• Assist in managing security aspects of information systems and perform daily security operations.
• Evaluate security solutions to ensure compliance with security requirements.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and support certification and accreditation processes.
• Manage configuration changes and assess their security impact.
• Prepare and review security documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs) and Risk Assessment Reports.
• Support security authorization activities in compliance with applicable frameworks.

ISSO Level 2 – Mid to Senior-Level

Estimated Salary Range: $130,000 – $175,000 per year

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security, or related discipline with 12 years of relevant experience. Alternatively, an additional 4 years of experience may substitute for the degree.
• Compliance with DoD 8570.01-M, requiring IAM Level II or IAT Level III certification (e.g., CASP+, CISSP).
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as an ISSO supporting Intelligence Community (IC) or Department of Defense (DoD) programs.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development, implementation, and enforcement of information systems security policies and methodologies.
• Maintain and enhance the operational security posture for complex information systems.
• Manage security aspects and daily operations of information systems.
• Evaluate and implement security solutions to meet classified information processing requirements.
• Perform comprehensive risk assessments and support certification and accreditation processes.
• Oversee configuration management for security-relevant software, hardware, and firmware.
• Assess and manage the security impact of system changes.
• Prepare and review extensive security documentation, including SSPs, Risk Assessment Reports, and System Requirements.

Salary 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 $95,000 – $175,000 annually.