Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

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The Opportunity:

CACI is looking for an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) with strong interpersonal and communication skills as well as a record of accomplishment in information assurance in support of the US Marine Corps. The position will be based in Norfolk, VA with possible travel to customer site a few times annually. 

Responsibilities:

• Collaboratively monitor and report the security posture for mission critical systems, including communicating risk and recommended mitigations.
• Collaborate with development, system administration, and test teams to maintain secure applications and environments.
• Perform Risk Management Framework (RMF) tasking in support of system accreditation and authorization for system deployment.
• Prepare and deliver customer deliverables and scope execution requirements established by customer.
• Provide information assurance expertise, be highly self-directed and motivated, and collaborate respectfully with their teammates, always keeping user mission first.
• Work with highly motivated teammates that will support you and expect reciprocal support.
• Be self-motivated understanding technical concepts, have good communication skills, and able and willing to collaborate on technical items with the larger team.

Qualifications:

Required: 

• Must have active DoD Secret clearance or higher.
• Bachelor’s degree (preferable IT-related), 5 years’ experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, system administration, or equivalent combination to reflect knowledge and experience.
• Must possess certifications that meet or exceed DoD 8140 ISSM role requirements (ex. CompTIA Security , CISSP).
• Demonstrated knowledge of DoD Cybersecurity policies, procedures, and practices (including RMF and NIST SP 800-53 publications) to achieve and maintain system accreditation and authorization.
• Experience developing RMF artifacts and implementing security controls.
• Experience analyzing, summarizing, and reporting security vulnerabilities and weaknesses verbally and in writing to the appropriate level of leadership.
• Knowledge and experience using DoD tools and capabilities for vulnerability assessments and compliance reporting (ex. MCCAST, eMASS, ACAS, STIGs, SRGs, SCAP, etc.)
• Demonstrated knowledge of Cybersecurity, Information Technology and Network Architecture. This includes understanding of computers, operating systems (Linux and Windows-based), networks, network devices, deployment environments (e.g., data center, cloud, etc.), systems and application security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Experience working with developers and system administrators to identify, communicate, and resolve issues. This includes developing and implementing mitigation strategies and methods to resolve problems, and to lead re-testing and re-evaluation of affected systems.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills to facilitate team interaction and support system documentation.
• Possess ability to work independently and meeting strict standards.

Desired:

• Experience supporting information assurance for USMC-based projects, including use of MCCAST.
• Experience performing information assurance for cloud environments.

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

Salary : $68,400 - $143,700