B2 Information Systems Security Officer; IA)

B2 Information Systems Security Officer (IA)
Job#: 3046458

Job Description:

Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.

Apex Systems Inc., is immediately seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (IA
2) who is a self-starter, highly organized, has a strong drive for quality, and eagerness to learn/grow. This position will support one of our highly-regarded clients in the government arena, and offer a strong upside for growth within the organization. The qualified applicant will have worked in secured federal government facilities in the past, have a strong understanding/background in ICD 503 (RMF)/JSIG/JAFAN, and have past experience in an ISSM or ISSO role.

Client:
Enterprise Government Integrator

Location:

Linthicum, MD Compensation:
Competitive based on years of relevant experience & education

Clearance:
Able to maintain a DOD Secret clearance

Description of Work:

Designs, tests, and implements state-of-the-art secure operating systems, networks, and database products

Conducts risk assessment and provides recommendations for application design

Participate in a wide range of security issues including architectures, firewalls, electronic data traffic, and network access

Uses encryption technology, penetration and vulnerability analysis of various security technologies, and information technology security research; and may prepare security reports to regulatory agencies

Ensures systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with internal security policies and practices outlined in the security plan Ensures that all users have the requisite security clearances, authorization, and need-to-know, and are aware of their security responsibilities before granting access

Ensures configuration management (CM) for security-relevant IS software, hardware, and firmware is maintained and documented

Ensures all information system security-related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals

Maintains records, outlining required patches/system upgrades that have been accomplished throughout the information system's life cycle

Ensures that all systems/network are compliant and in scope of current accreditation

Evaluates proposed changes or additions to the information system, and advises the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) of their security relevance

Create and maintain Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM) or Risk Acceptance/Acknowledgement Letters (RALS)
Assist with security education / Conduct training sessions

Participate in internal / external security audits/inspections

Directs program system administrators on security matters

Performs weekly audits as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree with 2-5+ years of experience; or 10+ years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree. Degree must be in a Computer Sciences, Cybersecurity, Management Information Systems, or related field.

DOD 8570 Compliant;
Must have one of the following:
Security+, CISSP, CISM, CAP, CASP, GSLC, CISSO2-5+ years of past experience in an ISSM/ISSO role or similar joint responsibilities

Experience with SCIF/SAPF/Secured environments

Knowledge of NISPOM information system requirements, particularly chapter 8; MCITP/MCSA 2008/2012 & NIST/RMF/NISPOM/JAFAN/DCID 6/3 knowledge RMF is the focus.

ICD 503 (RMF), JSIG, and JAFAN knowledgeable

Knowledge of and experience with Defense Security Service ODAA processes and procedures

Windows environment experience; and the ability to develop and implement IS certification test(s) and conduct ongoing periodic reviews

Preferred Qualifications:

Active DOD Secret Clearance Hands on…