Information Systems Security Officer

Description:

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer 1 to support the execution and maintenance of information assurance programs across systems, enclaves, and organizational environments. This role focuses on implementing security policies, maintaining operational security posture, and supporting risk management and compliance activities.

The ideal candidate will assist with day-to-day security operations, documentation, and system authorization efforts while working closely with ISSMs, system administrators, and engineering teams to ensure security requirements are consistently met.

This position requires familiarity with the Risk Management Framework (RMF), system authorization processes, and continuous monitoring activities, along with experience supporting compliance and vulnerability management efforts.

• Support the implementation and enforcement of information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies
• Assist in maintaining the operational security posture of systems and programs
• Perform vulnerability and risk assessments to support system authorization activities
• Support RMF-based security authorization efforts, including ATO maintenance and continuous monitoring
• Prepare and maintain security documentation, including SSPs, POA&Ms, BIAs, CMPs, AARs, CPs, SARs, and RARs
• Manage and assess the security impact of system changes
• Perform configuration management for security-related software, hardware, and firmware
• Evaluate security solutions to ensure compliance with NIST security requirements
• Analyze compliance and configuration scan results and support remediation efforts
• Collaborate with system administrators and system owners to maintain compliance and address vulnerabilities
• Provide support for privileged user access oversight and account management processes
• Maintain system records, including hardware, software, and network components
• Support ISSMs and senior security staff in day-to-day security operations

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (4 additional years of ISSO experience may substitute)
• Minimum 5 years of experience as an ISSO or in a related role
• DoD 8570 IAT Level I certification (or higher)
• Experience with RMF processes, including ATO support, security controls, and continuous monitoring
• Hands-on experience with RMF tools, NIST 800-53/800-37, vulnerability scanning, and security documentation (e.g., SSPs, POA&Ms)

• U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. CTP is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.
• Certification Requirements:
  • DOD 8570 IAT Level I Certification

This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.

Founded in 2007, Columbia Technology Partners is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business with a specialization in technology and management consulting committed to solving intricate and sensitive technology issues facing corporations and federal agencies. Since its inception, CTP has been instrumental in the technical design, engineering development, operational deployment, and support of key systems. With a proven track record in information security, project management, systems/network engineering, security risk management, vulnerability assessments, and mobile security implementation;

our employees have the experience, expertise, and innovative thinking our customers need for results that exceed expectations. CTP staff have worked closely with both government engineers and management to gather mission requirements, develop the architecture to deliver the needed functionality and assess tools available to meet or exceed the needs of the mission.

At Columbia Technology Partners (CTP), we are united in being the best that we can be as individuals, but our core belief is that we can be better together. Together we will take on each mission with an execution process that authentically represents who we are. Our success relies on our team values, the foundation we built around them, and the Partners we become along the way.

That’s why our pay is competitive, our missions are critical, and our benefits represent what matters most to CTP:
Our People.

At Columbia Technology Partners we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. We believe in creating a work environment where employees feel valued, empowered, and rewarded for their contributions.

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