Information System Security Officer

Essential Job Duties

• Assist the ISSM in formulating and upholding an organized information system security program and policies.
• Establish and maintain secure computer systems and networks for classified processing.
• Develop and supervise the implementation of guidelines and policies for operational information systems security.
• Manage assigned eMASS (Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service) packages containing all security authorizations for information systems under their supervision.
• Cookordination inspections, tests, and reviews of information system security.
• Contribute expertise and skills to help ensure the team's success in responding to security incidents and protecting organizational assets.
• Practical understanding of ACAS to support the execution of the information system patch and vulnerability management program.
• Thorough understanding of STIG and ensure they are reviewed, maintained, and updated on a quarterly basis.
• Ensure compliance with Configuration Management policies and procedures for authorizing the use of hardware and software on an information system.
• Engage with external stakeholders to facilitate the coordination of interconnection requests and ensure that such requests are processed and approved in an efficient manner.
• Maintain current knowledge of system functions, security policies, technical security safeguards, and operational security measures.
• Manage, maintain, and execute the information security continuous monitoring plan.
• Evaluate any changes to the system, its environment, and operational requirements that could impact security authorization.

Minimum Requirements

• An Active in-scope SECRET clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus 4 years of related experience.
• DoD 8570 IAT-II compliant (Security+ CE, CCNA, CND, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP).
• Thorough understanding of NIST Publication 800-53r5, Risk Management Framework, Executive Order 14028, and OMB Mandate M-22-09.
• Prior experience with eMASS.
• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate tasks across functional groups.

Preferred Qualifications

• An Active in-scope TOP SECRET clearance with SCI Eligibility.
• Knowledge of NSA’s CSfC solution and CDS.
• Experience in an agile work environment.
• Recent experience in the assessment and authorization of systems.
• Practical knowledge of JIRA and Confluence.
• Experience with compliance tools such as Tenable Nessus and SCAP.
• Experience in program policy and process creation and oversight.