What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) position at Blue-Halo.org?
We are seeking a junior level ISSO to join our team. The selected candidate will assist the Sr. ISSO or ISSM with cybersecurity related tasks from auditing information systems to writing compliance documentation.
On any given day, the successful candidate will do the following :
- Compliance and Documentation : Assist in developing, updating, and maintaining system security documentation (e.g., System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessments, POA&Ms). Ensure systems adhere to regulatory standards such as NIST, FISMA, or JSIG. Participate in internal and external audits to demonstrate security compliance.
- Monitoring and Reporting : Monitor security logs, alerts, and dashboards to identify potential threats or anomalies. Prepare and deliver regular security reports to senior security officers and management.
- Incident Response and Risk Management : Support incident response activities, including investigation, containment, and reporting of cybersecurity events. Conduct risk assessments and assist in the development of risk mitigation strategies.
- Vulnerability Management : Perform regular vulnerability scans and collaborate with IT teams to remediate findings. Assist in evaluating system updates, patches, and configurations to ensure security standards are met.
- Training and Awareness : Provide security awareness training for employees, emphasizing safe practices and compliance. Act as a resource for questions related to security policies and procedures.
- Collaboration : Work closely with IT teams, developers, and other departments to ensure security is integrated into all operations and processes. Support accreditation and authorization activities, including assisting with security control assessments.
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Salary Range : $60,000 - $80,000
The BlueHalo pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data.
Our compensation package also includes components designed to support employees' total well-being, which should be considered when evaluating our competitive benefits package. These benefits include health insurance, life insurance, disability, company holiday and paid time off, parental leave, 401(k) company match and contributions, professional development / training reimbursements, and other work / life programs.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Salary : $60,000 - $80,000
