Sr. Information Systems Security Officer​/ISSO

Overview

Job Type: Full-Time

MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE TS/SCI CLEARANCE UPON HIRE TO BE CONSIDERED.

AUSGAR Technologies, Inc. is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Department of Defense contractor with core competencies in Information Assurance, Cybersecurity and Systems Engineering. The company has offices on both the East and West coasts and offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and an inviting culture.

To support the execution of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) with federal compliance, program/project configuration management, and NAVWAR technical authority processes.

• Leverage expertise administering U.S. government security policies and procedures for multiple programs.
• Create Assessment and Authorization (A&A) packages using RMF for computer networks using government standards, ensuring systems are operated, maintained and disposed of in accordance with security policies and procedures, as outlined in the security authorization package.
• Maintain responsibility for hardware and software control, conduct computer security briefings, educate users within the security program and ensure business needs are met.
• Work with systems administrators to ensure all systems security procedures are being followed in accordance with the applicable System Security Plan (SSP) and Security Control Traceability Matrix (SCTM).
• Ensure audit files are maintained and reviewed in accordance with client requirements, offer sound decisions, take independent action, analyze problems and provide focused solutions.
• Manage system administrators as needed for software patch installation and antivirus updates.
• Conduct security self‑reviews and Continuous Monitoring (CONMON) requirements.
• Lead CM efforts to coordinate any changes or modifications to hardware, software or firmware of a system to ensure compliance with configuration management policy.

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must have an active TS/SCI clearance upon hire.
• Must have a DoD 8140 IAM/IAT Level II certification upon hire.
• Bachelor of Science degree focusing in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field from an accredited college/university and 5+ years of applicable experience.
• eMASS or XACTA experience required.
• Experience developing RMF packages required.
• Experience using vulnerability testing/scanning tools (Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)/Nessus, ITE or equivalent) and identifying vulnerabilities in security systems.
• Experience with Virtual Machine (VM) environments.
• Interim Authorization to Test (IATT)/Authorization to Operate (ATO) submission experience.
• Experience conducting security assessments using DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Security Requirements Guide (SRGs) and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) to audit and securely configure network‑enabled devices, operating systems, web services, databases and VMware.
• Experience developing mitigations and writing mitigation statements for ongoing vulnerabilities.
• Ability to author and maintain policy documents in support of RMF and vulnerability management.
• Knowledge of National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), DCSA Assessment and Authorization (A&A) Process Manual, Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG), Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 703, STIGs, RMF process and associated National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) publications.
• Employ strong written and verbal communication skills to advise various levels of technology stakeholders, program initiatives and accrediting authorities on security requirements and cybersecurity trends and solutions, to include risk assessments and mitigations.
• 100% onsite position.

No travel required.

Salary Range: $140-155K. Based on your qualifications, you will be placed in Level I‑V.

An essential qualification for this position is successfully obtaining a security clearance issued by the Federal Government, which may require successful completion of a background check.

We use E‑Verify to electronically confirm the employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

AUSGAR Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need assistance in completing the application, you have the right to request reasonable accommodation. Please e‑mail us at  if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access  careers page as a result of your disability.