ARA · 9 hours ago
Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
Raleigh, NC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expApplied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) has an immediate need for an experienced Junior Systems Analyst/Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) for the Integrated Missions System Sector in Raleigh, NC. The ISSO will support the Information System Security Manager to ensure the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for multiple information systems and secure networks, while also certifying compliance with various government regulations.
EducationConsultingHealthcareManufacturingHealth CareInfrastructureTraining
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Generate and maintain required IS security documentation including Systems Security Plans (SSP), Information Assurance Standard Operating Procedures (IA SOP), Continuous Monitoring Plans, Security Control Traceability Matrices, Risk Assessments, Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M), equipment specifications, practices and procedures
Assist in ensuring compliance with the DCSA Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM), Department of Defense (DoD) regulations, Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
Develop and conduct test procedures for verification Assessment and Authorization (A&A), Risk Management Framework (RMF) safeguards to meet customer requirements based upon NISPOM, DAAPM and related NIST publications
Assess changes to an IS by performing periodic self-inspections, tests and reviews of the IS program to ensure that systems are operating as authorized/accredited and that conditions have not changed; ensure corrective actions are taken for identified findings and vulnerabilities
Maintain a working knowledge of IS functions, security policies, technical security safeguards, and operational security measures. Coordinate with Facility Security Officer (FSO) and Program Security Officers (PSO) to define, implement and maintain information security policies, strategies, and procedures
Qualification
Required
U.S. citizenship is required and an active Secret security clearance
High School Diploma and equivalent professional experience (at least 6 years) will be considered for talented candidates without a degree or Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field with 0-2 years of relevant experience
Possess a DoD 8570 IAM-I level professional certification (i.e. Security +) or can obtain the certification within six (6) months of hire
Have a strong understanding of computer operating systems (Windows and Linux), software, and computer hardware
1 year of experience performing vulnerability assessments
Preferred
Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility
Experience conducting STIG/SCAP compliance scans (SCC)
Experience working on Government approved secure systems
Proficient in IA Security specifications such as Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST SP 800-53, DAAPM
Company
ARA
ARA provides research, engineering, and technical support services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$12MKey Investors
Engineer Research and Development Center
2023-03-16Grant· $12M
Leadership Team
Curt Beckemeyer
President & CEO
Maggie Gendron
Vice President Government Relations
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