Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
$115,000–$140,000 year
On-siteGreenville, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Document and facilitate movement of multiple information systems through the RMF process, maintaining authorizations via continuous monitoring and annual reviews. Serve as a Subject Matter Expert on A&A activities while participating in risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and protection needs. Lead and participate in regular A&A status meetings with government and contract personnel to address RMF system issues and execute strategies for emerging cybersecurity policies. Develop, update, and review RMF documentation including Security Plans, POA&Ms, and Risk Assessment Reports to ensure compliance with NIST, DoD, and NSA requirements. Coordinate with system stakeholders to create authorization boundary diagrams and maintain inventories. Maintain awareness of evolving security standards and communicate relevant changes to existing processes. Assist other BIG SAFARI programs with A&A efforts as directed.
Required Qualifications
- U.S. Citizenship
- A minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree, 6 years with a Master's degree, a PhD with 3 years' experience, or equivalent experience
- Working knowledge of Cybersecurity / Information Technology, or four (4) years of hands-on experience with RMF, Cybersecurity/Information Technology
- Must have a TS/SCI
- Demonstrated efficiency and experience in RMF package development, including Plans of Actions and Milestones, Security Plans, Risk Assessments, architecture diagrams, hardware/software inventories, and system/site policies, procedures, and processes
- Familiarity and/or experience with XACTA, eMASS, etc
- Familiarity with NIST publications, DISA STIGS, and SRGs
- Experience in assessing controls/systems using NIST 800-53 and/or DISA STIGs and SRGs
- Ability to travel up to 25% (CONUS/OCONUS)
Desired Qualifications
- Excellent customer service and organization skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
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