Information Systems Security Officer with Security Clearance

About the role

The Information Systems Security Officer will be responsible for maintaining the security posture of information systems by evaluating security solutions, managing configuration, and ensuring compliance with policies for classified information.

Responsibilities

• Planning and coordinating IT security programs and policies across assigned information systems
• Managing and controlling system changes and assessing their security impact
• Serving as an Approval Authority and making sound, independent security decisions
• Maintaining operational security posture and performing day-to-day security operations
• Evaluating security solutions to ensure they meet requirements for processing classified information
• Administering user identification and authentication mechanisms for assigned Information Systems (IS)
• Maintaining records on workstations, servers, routers, firewalls, intelligent hubs, network switches, and other infrastructure, including system upgrades
• Providing configuration management (CM) for security-relevant software, hardware, and firmware
• Supporting senior ISSOs with implementing and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies
• Assisting with the preparation and maintenance of security documentation

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science or a related technical field from an accredited university
• Minimum of 10 years of experience as an ISSO on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
• Experience in at least one of the following: knowledge of current security tools, hardware/software security implementation, communication protocols, or encryption techniques/tools
• DoD 8570 compliance with Information Assurance Systems Technical (IAT), Level 1 or higher
• Knowledge of basic networking fundamentals
• Experience with NIST 800-53 and NIST 800-171
• Active or current TS/SCI Polygraph clearance, OR the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI Access
• Experience with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements, implementation, or compliance programs

Qualifications

• Experience supporting multiple programs or enclaves simultaneously
• Familiarity with ODNI-specific C&A documentation requirements
• Prior experience serving as an Approval Authority for classified information systems
• Advanced DoD 8570 certifications (IAT Level II or III, or IASAE)
• Experience with cloud security or hybrid environment security operations

Skills

• A detail-oriented security professional who takes ownership of maintaining and improving the operational security posture of complex information systems
• A clear communicator who can propose, coordinate, and enforce security policies across teams and programs
• Collaborative by nature, supporting ISSMs and senior ISSOs while also contributing individually to team goals
• Someone who models integrity and accountability in all aspects of their work, consistent with core values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility, and Accountability

Benefits

ClearEdge offers an extremely competitive benefits package—including a $10k annual training and education benefit, a 10% 401(k) contribution fully vested on day one, annual health and technology allowances, and access to a state-of-the-art technology lab.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time schedule.

Contact

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