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Amentum · 1 day ago

Information System Security Officer (ISSO) Senior

Fort Meade, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$180K/yr - $205K/yr

12+ years exp

Amentum is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) Senior to join their team of passionate individuals. In this role, you will support challenging, mission-critical projects that make a direct impact on the Nation’s security and intelligence mission, ensuring the highest level of security for every system.

Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Maintain the appropriate operational security posture for assigned systems, programs, and/or enclaves

Provide guidance and technical expertise on all matters that impact or affect the security of the information system

Assist in the development and execution of an enterprise level continuous monitoring program to minimize security risks and ensure compliance with that program on a routine basis

Developing, updating, and submitting the System Security Plan and other required documentation that make up the Security Authorization Package

Conduct configuration management for security-relevant changes to software, hardware, and firmware

Perform and deliver security impact analysis of changes to the system or its environment of operation

Assess the effectiveness of system security controls on an ongoing basis to determine system security status

Maintain and enforce IT security policies and implementation guidelines for customer systems in diverse operational environments

Provides configuration management for security-relevant information system software, hardware, and firmware

Qualification

DoD 8570.1 IAM Level IIIRisk Management Framework (RMF)Security Authorization ProcessesSystem Security Plan DevelopmentConfiguration ManagementSecurity Impact AnalysisCommercial Security ToolsIncident ManagementAnalytical SkillsTeamworkDocumentation Skills

Required

Twelve (12) years of related work experience in the field of security authorization

A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology Engineering, or a related field may be substituted for four (4) years' experience

DoD 8570.1 compliant IAM Level III certification, such as the GSLC, CISM, CISSP (or associate) certification

US Citizen with an active TS/SCI and a current polygraph

A working knowledge of the security authorization processes and procedures as defined in the RMF in NIST SP800-37 and familiarity with the ICD503, CNSSI1253, SP800-53, etc

Knowledge of commercial security tools and their uses

Experience with hardware/software security implementations

Knowledge of different communication protocols, encryption techniques/tools, and PKI and authorization services

Familiarity with security incident management, experience collaborating with Incident Response Teams, and able to provide viable recommendations for the resolution or computer security incidents and vulnerability compliance

Experience creating and presenting documentation and management reports