Information Systems Security Officer

• Location U.S.,King George, VA, 22485,United States

The ISSO functions will be responsible for systems security, testing and system accreditation activities for Navy Simulation Systems. Apply information technology security principles and configure security settings for Windows Servers/Clients, LINUX/UNIX, PC Desktops, LAN management, and supported applications. Complete weekly system audits and conduct media reviews as directed by the Government ISSM. Develop and implement government approved information security procedures and plans for the operation of multiple networked and standalone classified computers, and coordinate government agency approvals.

Consult on the design, development, integration, and analysis of classified computing systems with the Government ISSM. Conduct self-inspection reviews. Conduct comprehensive investigation of computer security incidents, coordinating with other organizations for expertise.

• Provide guidance and support for system security by performing complete assessments of the system portfolio, determine priority of systems that need to be accredited per policy, and ensure prompt compliance.
• Reviews system security packages and Accreditation status
• Provides continuous security monitoring of assigned systems
• Provide advice and insight into the overall management and evaluation of the system security posture
• Audit and enforce security policies and standards for the Federal Agency customer.
• Assist in documentation and accreditation of systems governed by NIST standards and FISMA regulations.
• Liaison with the Government ISSM and other leaders
• Contribute to policy implementation as it relates to COOP and DR
• Ensure that Emergency Response Leadership is informed of relevant training and exercise activities and metrics
• Coordinate across organization to ensure that all team members participate as needed
• Work with Security Training and Exercise Leadership to ensure team members are prepared with appropriate action plans for DR/COOP
• Ensure policy application and regulatory compliance leadership in accordance with Federal guidance, including FIPS Publication 200, NIST SP 800-18, SP 800-37, SP 800-53, SP 800-53A and SP 800-60
• Supports continuous monitoring of Privacy concerns
• Supports the following program areas, as required:
• Security operations
• Emergency Response
• Disaster Recovery and Continuity of Operations
• Quality and Compliance
• Security Training and Exercise Management

• DOD 8570.1-M Compliance at IAM Level II; CISSP or GSLC preferred
• Extensive experience with application of standards and guidelines, such as NIST SP 800-34
• 4+ years of direct experience managing Information Systems Security
• Experience with large organization networks
• Experience with regulatory compliance, policy development, and policy enforcement
• Direct experience performing security engineering, system integration, network engineering
• Experience in the roles identified above
• 4+ years of experience applying DIACAP, RMF, FISMA or similar Information Assurance standards
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Active Secret security clearance

• Experience with cyber security development projects and programs for U.S. Government and/or commercial clients
• Experience with process development and deployment
• Excellent writing skills
• Experience with three or more of the following:
• Security COTS integration
• Security Incident Event Management
• Insider Threat Monitoring
• Vulnerability Assessment testing
• Identification and Authentication schemes
• Public Key Infrastructure and Identity Management
• Cross Domain Solutions
• Security engineering

The anticipated salary range for this position is $105,000 to $140,000.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

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