Junior ISSO (MD)

About the Role

Apex Systems is hiring a Junior ISSO with a government client in support of the Navy. This is a 6-month contract-to-permanent-hire opportunity requiring 100% on-site work in Suitland, MD. Core business hours, Monday–Friday.

Requirements

• Currently active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) Security Clearance
• Active CompTIA Security+ CE Certification
• 1–2 years of experience in cybersecurity or a related field
• Knowledge of NAVINTEL ICD 503 Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation policies and directives
• Knowledge of Department of the Navy (DON) cybersecurity policies and directives
• Experience with automated cybersecurity assessment tools, including:
  • Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)
  • Center for Internet Security (CIS) Benchmarks
  • Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP)
  • Retina
• Experience supporting cybersecurity documentation, including Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) and RMF artifacts
• Basic knowledge of cloud service models (Software as a Service, Platform as a Service, Infrastructure as a Service)
• Basic knowledge of cloud deployment models (public, private, hybrid, and community) and associated architectures
• Ability to develop security control assessment procedures and test statements using Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tools such as eMASS and Xacta

Professional Qualities

• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to adapt to changing requirements and operational priorities
• Ability to follow established procedures and directions
• Adherence to established chain of command when addressing issues or inquiries
• Demonstrated desire to learn, grow, and develop professionally within the cybersecurity field

Pay

• Hourly pay rate: $40–$45/hour
• Salary conversion: $85k–$95k

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life Insurance; Short Term Disability
• Hospitalization Coverage
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay Periods
• Training and Development Programs
• 401k program (employee can contribute typically within 30 days of starting; company match after 12 months of tenure)
• Referral Program
• ESPP (employee stock purchase program)
• HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan)
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions
• Corporate discount savings program and other discounts
• On-demand training program
• Access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure
• Certification discounts and other perks to associations including CompTIA and IIBA
• Dedicated customer service team for Consultants and access to a certified Career Coach