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Information System Security Officer ISSO

TekSynap · Ashburn, VA · 11 mo ago
Information Technology$135k–$190k/yrFull-time

About the role

This position serves as the Information System Security Officer (ISSO) for a National law enforcement agency NOC. The NOC supports Network(s) Management, Operations, and Maintenance for all Network(s) infrastructure, handling approximately 4,000 tickets per month.

Responsibilities

  • Acts as the Designated Person(s) assigned to one or more existing FISMA Systems of Record as well as new IT Systems that are slated as new work products to develop an Authority to Operate (ATO) and follow-on Continuous Monitoring system.
  • Signed a DHS sponsored Letter outlining the roles and responsibilities of the ISSO function to maintain daily compliance requirements.
  • Reports to the government Program Manager, government Technical POC / Task Manager.
  • Keeps the designated government Information System Security Manager (ISSM), and COR informed.
  • Maintains daily compliance requirements and ensures system(s) are updated to meet FISMA guidelines, while supporting DHS/CISA directives around limiting vulnerabilities.

Requirements

  • At least 5-to-10-years of experience.
  • Familiarity with network and information system security principles and best practices.
  • In-depth knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF), the NIST publications, and the DHS 4300A Policy Directive.
  • Experience with implementing the NIST 800-53 Security Controls in an Assessment & Authorization (A&A) process.
  • Experience reviewing Nessus scans, managing vulnerability mitigation and information security process in an Enterprise environment.
  • Basic understanding of Enterprise networking concepts.
  • Ability to work well within a team environment and build rapport with government and customer organizations.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting government agencies, customers, or contracts within federal environments, including the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Civil agencies, and military organizations.
  • Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the customer environment, requirements, and operational landscape, is highly desirable.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in related technical field preferred or equivalent experience.
  • Certifications, such as Network+, Security +, CISSP, and Security auditing are recommended.

Benefits

No specific benefits mentioned in the job posting.

Pay

Target salary range $135,000 - $190,000.

Schedule

Day shift Monday - Friday. Remote or In-Person 100% Onsite.

Contact

To apply, visit TekSynap's website.

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