Perform the duties of an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) as defined in AR 25-2, DA 25-2-14, and the NIST SP 800-53 security controls when the organizationally-defined personnel includes the ISSO
Actively manages the organization’s eMASS records which includes but is not limited to:
Validates security controls including associated artifacts
Assesses security scan results and STIGs as required
Performs POA&M updates, tracking, and resolution
Leads the continuous monitoring activities of the organization
Manages the day-to-day activities and the professional development of the Cybersecurity Analysts
Collaborates with the O-ISSM on all assessment and authorization activities to ensure the information systems maintain an authority to operate (ATO) on all applicable DoD/IC networks
Maintain up-to-date status on all assigned systems and communicate status to the Government leads
Maintain complete records of communications, submit written status reports as required, perform peer-review as directed, and attend weekly meetings
Correspond with the Government customer and system administrators to communicate any unacceptable risks identified and correct deficient POA&M items to meet DoD and IC standards
Coordinate with the Security Control Assessor (SCA) to perform analysis of the overall risk level the system poses to enterprise networks and to mission data
Create and maintain cybersecurity policies and standards
Ensure that cybersecurity plans, controls, processes, standards, policies, and procedures are aligned with cybersecurity standards
Ensures security scans and STIG checklists are updated according to DA G2 policy
Produces actionable, risk-based reports on security assessment results
Assists with vulnerability remediation when necessary
Develops and maintains security plans and security testing plans
Periodically updates and improves risk models; metrics; reports; processes; and activities to stay compliant with evolving DoD and IC standards
Ensures the user community understands and adheres to necessary procedures to maintain security posture of the information systems
Provides guidance in the creation and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs); and other similar documentation
Required Skills, Experience & Education
PhD in an area of Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics with 15+ years’ experience as a cybersecurity professional OR a Master's degree in an area of Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics with 18+ years’ experience as a cybersecurity professional OR a Bachelor’s degree in an area of Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics with 20+ years’ experience as a cybersecurity professional
Active TS security clearance and eligible for SCI and NATO read-on prior to starting work
Meet the DoD requirements for a privileged user on a TS/SCI information system prior to starting work - DoD 8140 / 8570.01-m requirements
15+ years’ experience with the assessment and accreditation activities of national security systems (NSSs)
10+ years’ experience validating system security controls
10+ years’ experience with vulnerability management
10+ years’ experience with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), DISA Security Requirements Guide (SRG), and vendor-specific security guides
8+ years’ experience with RMF and eMASS
5+ years’ experience with POA&M tracking and resolution
3+ years’ experience performing the continuous monitoring of system security controls
Desired Skills, Experience
10+ years’ experience as an ISSO on Army Intel programs
2+ years’ experience with AC2SP tenant assessment and accreditation activities
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Job Requirements
On-Site
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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