What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cyber Security ISSO position at ISN Corporation?
Company Description
Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, ISN is a nationwide provider of professional services to Federal government agencies and commercial clients. ISN's portfolio includes work with over 150 Federal agencies and the Fortune 500.
ISN has received numerous awards for growth and is a CMMI and ISO certified organization.
ISN Corporation offers many competitive benefits to its employees, including:
- Major medical insurance with prescription coverage
- Dental plan
- Flexible spending
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits at no cost to employees
- Basic life insurance at no cost to employees
- Retirement Plan
- Paid leave
We are looking for an energetic, self-starting, organized, detail-oriented candidate with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment to join our team.
Job Description
Looking for a qualified Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) or Cybersecurity SME to join our organization. The candidate will have experience developing and implementing security measures to protect government agency computer systems, networks, and digital information. You will have experience on government contracts to identify potential security vulnerabilities, analyze security risks, and ensure compliance with industry regulations. You will also have a growth mentality and experience in growing the business by expanding the offerings in the cybersecurity field and contributing to proposals.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive information security program to safeguard the organization's data, systems, and networks.
- Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential security vulnerabilities and recommend appropriate countermeasures.
- Monitor and analyze security logs and reports to identify and respond to potential security incidents.
- Implement and enforce security policies and procedures to ensure the protection of sensitive information and assets.
- Design and manage security systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, anti-virus software, and encryption tools.
- Conduct security audits and assist with the preparation for external security assessments.
- Coordinate incident response activities, investigate security breaches, and provide recommendations for incident mitigation.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest information security trends, technologies, and best practices to ensure continuous improvement of the organization's security posture.
- Educate and train employees on best practices for information security, data privacy, and incident response.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to address security concerns, implement security standards, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
- Proven work experience as an Information Systems Security Officer or a similar role, preferably in a complex organizational setting.
- In-depth knowledge of information security principles, methodologies, and best practices.
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, HIPAA, etc.).
- Experience in conducting risk assessments and implementing security controls.
- Proficiency in using security tools and technologies, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, SIEM, and vulnerability management tools.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify security gaps and develop effective mitigation strategies.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate complex security matters to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve common security goals.
- Knowledge of incident response procedures and familiarity with forensic tools is a plus.
- Identify and research potential clients for company's cybersecurity skills
- Coordinate with BD team on cybersecurity components of proposals
Additional Information
ISN Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer
ISN Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
ISN Corporation is a Drug-Free Workplace. Candidates are required to pass a pre-employment background investigation before beginning employment.
