Peraton · 5 hours ago
ISSO
Herndon, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$112K/yr - $179K/yr
8+ years expPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. They are seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to manage the security and integrity of information systems in compliance with Risk Management Framework (RMF) policies and procedures, working closely with government customers and security teams.
Information TechnologyRobotics
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform tasks delegated by the ISSM in support of information assurance programs, including security authorization activities in compliance with RMF policies and procedures
Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessment Reports, A&A packages, and Security Controls Traceability Matrix (SCTM)
Ensure that operational security posture is maintained by establishing and enforcing security policies, standards, and procedures
Conduct vulnerability/risk assessments to support the Assessment & Authorization (A&A) process
Analyze system audit logs to identify anomalous activities and potential threats to network resources
Perform vulnerability scans and identify weaknesses in security systems, recommending necessary actions
Ensure that cybersecurity-enabled products or other compensating security controls mitigate identified risks to acceptable levels
Apply cybersecurity principles, policies, and techniques to maintain the security integrity of information systems, especially those processing classified information
Conduct security reviews and identify gaps in security architecture, offering recommendations to mitigate risks
Collaborate with government customers to respond to computer security incidents and ensure vulnerability compliance
Input and maintain system documentation into government record-keeping systems such as Xacta
Provide Configuration Management for security-relevant information system software, hardware, and firmware
Perform risk analysis for any major changes to applications or systems
Provide input to RMF process activities and documentation to ensure compliance
Qualification
Required
Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility OR TS/SCI clearance adjudication with current polygraph OR the ability to pass a polygraph
Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical (STEM) field with 8+ years of relevant experience, or 12+ years of experience in lieu of a degree
Minimum of 8 years of experience as an Information Assurance (IA) / Security Specialist with Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Information Security directives/policy compliance
Experience in creating and managing policies for Federal or DoD Information Security Programs
Experience performing Security Control Assessments in compliance with NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-53A, and other NIST 800 series guidelines
Experience with risk analysis and assessment, incorporating system/mission owners and unique operational constraints
Active certification such as Security+, CISSP, CISA, or equivalent (DoD 8570 IAM 2 equivalent)
Experience with Xacta for system documentation and compliance tracking
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Preferred
In-depth knowledge of FISMA and NIST Information Security Guidelines
Understanding of FISMA, NIST, and OMB Federal Information System requirements
Experience with the CSAM tool is preferred
Familiarity with FISCAM compliance requirements
Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and cloud-based security architectures
Benefits
Heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents
25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap
Participation in an attractive bonus plan
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Health savings account
Short/long term disability
EAP
Parental leave
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
Company paid holidays
Company
Peraton
Peraton Fearlessly solving the toughest national security challenges.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Thomas Terjesen
Chief Information Officer
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