Pursue Your Passion with Purpose
Listed on 2026-08-05
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Information Security & Data Protection
Security Advisor
Serve as the primary advisor on the security of information systems. Provide support for Special Access Programs (SAPs) within Department of Defense (DoD) environments. Manage day-to-day security operations for Collateral, SCI, and SAP systems.
Oversee development, implementation, and evaluation of information system security policies and programs. Integrate security controls for SAP network infrastructures and ensure compliance with RMF and JSIG. Advise on Risk Management Framework (RMF) assessment, authorization, and related issues. Perform risk assessments and make recommendations to agency customers. Advise on security testing methods and processes for program managers. Review and recommend authorization documentation for government approvals.
Develop and maintain formal information security programs and documentation. Ensure all administrators and cybersecurity personnel receive appropriate training. Create procedures for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying hardware/media. Lead security assessment planning and verify required security controls. Maintain repositories for system authorization documents and modifications. Implement configuration management for all security-related system changes. Develop policies and response procedures for investigating and reporting security incidents.
Evaluate system threats and vulnerabilities to recommend safeguards. Assess and address changes impacting system security authorizations. Ensure all system recovery, reconstitution, and lifecycle security requirements are met. Oversee periodic assessments and testing using monitoring and detection tools. Develop and deliver security education, training, and awareness programs. Coordinate approval for external and interconnected information systems. Participate in self-inspections and perform ISSO duties as required.
5–7 years of demonstrated experience with RMF and JSIG authorization processes. Experience as an ISSO or ISSM. Knowledge of DoD, national, and agency security policy, manuals, and standards. Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience (4 years).
Must meet DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or IAM Level I requirements within 6 months of hire.
Active TS/SCI clearance. Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information. Willingness to complete a Counterintelligence polygraph.
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