What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Information System Security Officer, DHS Facility Monitoring System position at Battelle?
Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Summary
FAST FORWARD TO YOUR NEXT MISSION Integrity, confidence, discipline and commitment define your career in Battelle’s National Security Global Business. Battelle was built on a firm foundation of honesty, integrity, and outstanding service and the work we do in national security impacts lives around the world; whether we’re creating armor for military applications, testing a life-saving vaccine, or developing a more efficient hydrogen fuel cell. At Battelle, we reward the best work with more responsibility, positions to grow and develop, and the opportunity to make a positive impact on the world. Are YOU ready for your Next Mission?
Battelle is a world leader in science and technology services and research. The Cyber Solutions Division, Cyber Architecture & Advisory Services team within the National Security Business Unit specializes in providing advanced information assurance (IA) solutions to our government and commercial clients. The Cyber Architecture & Advisory Services is seeking a Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to lead the Security Architecture and Security Authorization Process (Certification & Accreditation) effort for a Department of Homeland Security Facility Monitoring System.
This quick-fill position is located at DHS facilities in downtown Washington DC (Farragut West/North Metro stops), Battelle Aberdeen, MD, and remote locations. Compensation will be based on qualifications and experience. A full benefits package will be provided. The selected candidate will be expected to travel up to 10% of the time.
Primary Responsibilities
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:
Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).
Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.
The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.
For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Summary
FAST FORWARD TO YOUR NEXT MISSION Integrity, confidence, discipline and commitment define your career in Battelle’s National Security Global Business. Battelle was built on a firm foundation of honesty, integrity, and outstanding service and the work we do in national security impacts lives around the world; whether we’re creating armor for military applications, testing a life-saving vaccine, or developing a more efficient hydrogen fuel cell. At Battelle, we reward the best work with more responsibility, positions to grow and develop, and the opportunity to make a positive impact on the world. Are YOU ready for your Next Mission?
Battelle is a world leader in science and technology services and research. The Cyber Solutions Division, Cyber Architecture & Advisory Services team within the National Security Business Unit specializes in providing advanced information assurance (IA) solutions to our government and commercial clients. The Cyber Architecture & Advisory Services is seeking a Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to lead the Security Architecture and Security Authorization Process (Certification & Accreditation) effort for a Department of Homeland Security Facility Monitoring System.
This quick-fill position is located at DHS facilities in downtown Washington DC (Farragut West/North Metro stops), Battelle Aberdeen, MD, and remote locations. Compensation will be based on qualifications and experience. A full benefits package will be provided. The selected candidate will be expected to travel up to 10% of the time.
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide expert IA policy, risk and technical advisory services to IT executives
- Lead and participate in full lifecycle Security Authorization Process (formerly known as certification and accreditation (C&A)) activities for mission critical applications
- Conduct interviews, examine documentation, write security documentation
- Manage full lifecycle Security Authorization Process deliverables: Assessment and Authorization (A&A) packages, System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessment Reports (RARs), Security Controls Traceability Matrices (SCTMs), Security Policies and Procedures, vulnerability analysis, and risk management, and Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms) for all systems
- Serve as Security Lead for decision support for an incident management system used in National Level Exercises and National Emergencies.
- Develop and deliver security policy white papers and briefings
- Provide research and analysis of latest information technology security trends
- Evaluate and analyze leading edge security technologies to be implemented to improve the organization’s security posture.
- Work with research and development (R&D) organizations to define requirements to design and develop leading-edge security solutions.
- Collaborate with fellow team members both locally and across the cyber business line in the full-lifecycle development and delivery of security technology solutions.
- Actively contribute to the team’s process improvement initiatives
- Actively participate in leading edge cyber security conferences, working groups and training
- Actively participate in cyber team’s “Solving the Toughest Security Problems” expert group
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Active DoD SECRET or Higher Clearance or DHS “Enter on Duty” (EOD) or “Full Suitability Approval” (FSA) IT High Background Investigation status.
- 10 years IT experience with at least 4 years of that experience in information assurance and IT security
- Bachelors Degree (BS/BA)
- Certified Information Systems Professional (CISSP)
- Motivated self-starter who requires minimal supervision and oversight
- Strong organizational, and time management skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines
- Strong Analytical and Writing skills with history of producing quality technical documentation
- Proven knowledge of NIST 800-53 rev3 Operation, Technical, and Managerial Controls, IT, IA and physical security concepts and principles
- Proven experience working in collaborative sessions demonstrating strong verbal and written communication skills along with tactful negotiation skills
- Proven knowledge of Operational Technology (OT) security controls and best practices
- Experience with Windows and Linux configuration STIG hardening, DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), implementation SCAP Compliance Checker (SCC) and STIG Viewer
- Expertise with Plans of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) management
- Subject Matter Expertise of the Risk Management Framework (RMF)
- Current DHS Security Suitability
- M.S. in Information Systems or related field
- Experience with Tenable OT security
- Experience with IT Security Engineering in support of systems development, interface, and/or architecture requirements and concepts for Facility Monitoring Systems; and
- Experience with DHS MD 4300A and 4300B Security Controls and Security Authorization Process.
- Expertise in evaluating system and application security threats and vulnerabilities
- Experience with DHS CSAM software
- Experience with Nessus, CrowdStrike, Splunk SIEM, SCAP, End Point Protection tools, and other vulnerability detection tools
- Experience with reviewing Static Application Security (SAST) Reports
- Consulting environment experience
- Military veteran with relevant IT and computer security experience will be considered a plus.
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.
- Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
- Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
- Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
- Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
- Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
- Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
- Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:
- Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
- Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
- Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environment
- Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
- Give back to and improve our communities
Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).
Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.
The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.
For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers
