Senior Information System Security Officer

Zantech; Washington; On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Strong benefits

Vacation package

Job summary

A dynamic Woman Owned Small Business is seeking a Senior Information System Security Officer to oversee cybersecurity efforts for complex systems in Washington, DC. This role requires 10+ years in the field, expertise in risk management frameworks, and the ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance. Join a team committed to excellence with competitive compensation and a focus on employee satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in cybersecurity and information systems security.
• Expert knowledge of DHS 4300A/4300B policy implementation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead cybersecurity compliance efforts for complex systems.
• Serve as primary point of contact for all security matters.
• Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs).
• Conduct security assessments and authorize systems.

Skills

Cybersecurity expertise

NIST Risk Management Framework knowledge

Incident response coordination

Risk assessment and management

Mentoring capabilities

Education

IAT Level III: CISSP, CISM, or CASP+

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for your next challenge? Are you ready to work with a performance-based small company? At Zantech, we are a dynamic Woman Owned Small Business focused on providing complex, mission-focused solutions with a proven track record of outstanding customer performance and high employee satisfaction. We would love to talk with you regarding the next step in your career. Come join our team!

Zantech is looking for a talented Senior Information System Security Officer to be responsible for the most complex systems and serves as the Cybersecurity Division's primary point of contact for an upcoming onsite role supporting FEMA based out of their Headquarters in Washington, DC.

The Sr ISSO will be critical to program success, leading the information security Compliance Branch and working across all active call orders supporting systems identified for security authorization services.

Responsibilities

• Lead cybersecurity compliance efforts for complex systems
• Serve as primary POC for all security matters
• Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs)
• Conduct security assessments and authorize systems
• Manage Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)
• Coordinate with system owners and stakeholders
• Oversee continuous monitoring activities
• Lead incident response activities for assigned systems
• Provide cybersecurity guidance to senior leadership
• Mentor junior ISSO staff
• Works across all active call orders on assigned systems
• May require deployment to disaster locations
• Must support 24/7 operations during emergencies

Required Experience and Knowledge

• 10+ years in cybersecurity and information systems security
• Expert knowledge of NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• DHS 4300A/4300B policy implementation
• FISMA compliance and reporting
• Security control implementation and assessment
• Risk assessment and management
• Security authorization processes
• Incident response coordination
• Vulnerability management
• Cloud security architectures
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities

Required Certifications/Education

• IAT Level III: CISSP, CISM, or CASP+

Required Security Clearance

• US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain an active Top Secret/SCI or higher clearance, per contract requirements.

“Outstanding Performance…Always!”

Our corporate motto represents our commitment to build long-term relationships with both our clients and our employees by providing the highest quality service in everything we do. We strive for excellence for our clients and for each other. We embrace the opportunity to hire individuals with new talents and fresh perspectives. Zantech offers competitive compensation, strong benefits, and a vacation package, as well as a fast-paced and exciting work environment. Come join our team!