Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Gray Tier Technologies; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join their dynamic team in Alexandria, VA. This role is pivotal in enhancing the cybersecurity posture of critical DoD systems, ensuring compliance with regulations, and implementing robust security measures. As part of a collaborative environment, you will engage in developing security documentation, conducting audits, and providing expert guidance throughout the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC). If you possess a passion for cybersecurity and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact on national security efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• DoDI 8570 IAM Level II or IAT Level II Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement security procedures to support customer goals.
• Conduct ongoing security reviews and tests to verify system security.

Skills

Information Assurance (IA)

Cybersecurity

Security Audits

Critical Thinking

System Security Plan (SSP)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

DoDI 8570 IAM Level II or IAT Level II Certification

Job description

Gray Tier is hiring an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) on our GSM-O II IDIQ contract’s Joint Service Provider (JSP) Cyber Security Task Order in Alexandria, VA. JSP provides a full range of IT products, services, and solutions and customer services to the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS) and the Joint Staff (JS), Director of Administration (DA), Pentagon Force Protection Agency (PFPA), Washington Headquarters Services (WHS), and other OSD offices for them to meet mission and business requirements. Through the JSP Cyber Security program, JSP performs a wide variety of services and functions required to secure the information security posture for DoD services.

Primary responsibilities include:

1. Establish and implement security procedures and practices in support of Customer goals and current DoD regulations.
2. Develop and update Assessment & Authorization (A&A) documentation (Body of Evidence) for management and continuous monitoring of information systems.
3. Using knowledge of the Information System (IS) and understanding of established Information Assurance (IA) and Cybersecurity requirements validate security policies and procedures outlined in the System Security Plan (SSP), customer policies & regulations, and ensure local policies are followed.
4. Initiate the authorization or re-authorization efforts and process for new or expiring systems and coordinate, schedule, and attend required meetings.
5. Serve as the System Information System Security Officer (ISSO) for various Joint Service Provider (JSP) systems.
6. Take corrective action to resolve problems identified and ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with established policies and procedures.
7. Perform security audits IAW established procedures. Develop process for the management, review, and retention of security audit data. Make decisions and implement corrective action as required to resolve audit discrepancies.
8. Author and review IS security-related documentation and submit to Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS).
9. As an IA Subject Matter Expert (SME), provide critical thinking to ensure system security requirements are addressed during all phases of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
10. Conduct ongoing security reviews and tests of systems to verify security features and controls are functional and effective. Take corrective action to resolve identified vulnerabilities.
11. Provide security engineering review of proposed changes or additions to the IS (including hardware, software, or connectivity), and advise the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) of the security relevance.
12. Create and maintain processes and procedures for use by members of the ISSO team.
13. Support the ISSO Team Lead in conducting lessons learned activities to improve the overall productivity and efficiency of the ISSO team.
14. Communicate with internal team members and customer team members.

Qualifications:

1. DoDI 8570 IAM Level II or IAT Level II Certification.
2. BS and 4 or more years of prior relevant experience, additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
3. Active SECRET clearance required.