Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
On-siteAnnapolis Junction, Maryland, United States
Job Summary
Develop and implement information security policies while conducting risk and vulnerability assessments. Monitor security systems for potential threats, manage security incidents and investigations, and ensure compliance with standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR, and HIPAA. Provide recommendations for improving security posture and maintain a secure, compliant IT environment. This role requires TS/SCI Full Poly clearance and U.S. citizenship. Join Cymertek, a trusted federal contractor offering full scope consulting services in information technology and cybersecurity, where you will work with direct access to leadership in a supportive, family-oriented environment.
Required Qualifications
- TS/SCI Full Poly
- Full U.S. Citizenship
- Bachelor's Degree
- Cybersecurity
- Information Technology
- Computer Science
- Information Systems
- Network Engineering
- Systems Engineering
- Digital Forensics
- Risk Management
- Computer Engineering
- Data Privacy
- 4-5 years experience in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree
- 4-5 years experience credit for a Bachelor's Degree
- 2 years experience credit for a Master's Degree
- Proficiency in security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001)
- Knowledge of cybersecurity tools (e.g., firewalls, antivirus)
- Experience with incident response and handling breaches
- Strong understanding of encryption methods and protocols
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA)
- Ability to conduct network security analysis
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with cloud security models
- Knowledge of identity and access management (IAM)
- Familiarity with penetration testing tools
- Understanding of secure software development practices
- Proficiency in scripting for security automation (e.g., Python, Bash)
- Experience with security audits and assessments
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