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Job Description

Information System Security Officer (ISSO) - Mid level

Location : Ashburn, VA

Clearance : Interim Secret

Full-time / On-Site

JOB DESCRIPTION

Critical Solutions is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support our federal customer in Ashburn, VA.

PRIMARY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Manage overall security related policies, procedures, laws and regulations; create, document and implement various security plans and compliance documents to enforce Information Assurance principles.
Develop, maintain and manage Security Authorization and Assessment packages that include System Security Plans (SSP), Contingency Plans (CP), POA&Ms, and other relevant security documentation for existing and new systems
Conduct both technical and non-technical internal audits and testing to validate system and operational requirements compliance
Use workflows to develop security artifacts
Document, organize and implement security control requirements
Identify current and new risks
Prepare vulnerability test plans and coordinate the testing and result procedures
Assess customer based solutions and provide recommendations for any improvements to current security posture
Ability to review and write security related policies and procedures

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS :

Must have an interim Secret Clearance and must be able to obtain a favorable BI before joining the program.

Minimum of 7 years of experience or BS degree Computer Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or related field

5 years of professional experience in information assurance or compliance.

Knowledge with auditing security controls and financial processes

Superior writing, communication and critical analysis skills

Deep understanding of Information Assurance, Information Technology and Information Management concepts, processes and procedures

Advanced Experience / Knowledge with the following :

NIST SP 800-37 Risk Management Framework security assessment and authorization (A&A) processes

NIST 800-53 security controls and required documentation

Security controls (i.e. NIST SP 800-53, FISCAM, etc.) assessments in support of FISMA, A-123 and annual self-assessment initiatives

Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) for authorization of cloud services

Enterprise Logging System to conduct regular reviews of audit logs (operating system, application, database, etc.) for security anomalies and compliance with applicable policies and procedures

POA&M Management and Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Reviewing operating system, application, and database security baseline configuration documentation to ensure compliance with agency hardening guidelines

Reviewing proposed change requests related to system design / configuration and performing a security impact analysis to provide approval or denial recommendations

Reviewing vulnerability scan results

Must have Certified Advanced Security Professional (CASP ), CAP - Certified Authorization Professional, and CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

ISC2 Certified Cloud Security Professional certification (CCSP)

Familiar with IT system administration / engineering

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

Clearance Requirement : Must possess an interim Secret clearance or higher . In addition, selected candidate must undergo background investigation (BI) and finger printing by the federal agency and successfully pass the preceding to qualify for the position. US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED due to the nature of the government contracts we support.

CRITICAL SOLUTIONS PAY AND BENEFITS :

Salary range $135000 - $173000. The salary range for this position represent the typical salary range for this job level and this does not guarantee a specific salary. Compensation is based upon multiple factors such as responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, certifications, and other requirements.

BENEFIT SNAPSHOT : 100% premium coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurance, 401K matching, Flexible Time Off (PTO / Holidays), Higher Education / Training Reimbursement, and more.

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Salary : $135,000 - $173,000

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