Junior ISSO; MD

Junior ISSO

Apex Systems is immediately hiring for a Junior ISSO with a government client in support of the Navy!

Position requires a currently active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) Security Clearance

Location:

100% on-site in Suitland, MD

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, core business hours

Pay Rate: $40-45/hour

Salary Conversion: $85k - $95k

Contract Duration: 6-month contract-to-permanent-hire opportunity

• Candidate must hold a currently active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) Security Clearance
• Active CompTIA Security+ CE Certification
• 1–2 years of experience in cybersecurity or a related field
• Knowledge of NAVINTEL ICD 503 Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation policies and directives
• Knowledge of Department of the Navy (DON) cybersecurity policies and directives
• Experience with automated cybersecurity assessment tools, including:
• Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)
• Center for Internet Security (CIS) Benchmarks
• Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP)
• Retina
• Experience supporting cybersecurity documentation, including Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) and RMF artifacts
• Basic knowledge of cloud service models (Software as a Service, Platform as a Service, Infrastructure as a Service)
• Basic knowledge of cloud deployment models (public, private, hybrid, and community) and associated architectures
• Ability to develop security control assessment procedures and test statements using Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tools such as eMASS and Xacta

• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to adapt to changing requirements and operational priorities
• Ability to follow established procedures and directions
• Adherence to established chain of command when addressing issues or inquiries
• Demonstrated desire to learn, grow, and develop professionally within the cybersecurity field