ISSO - Washington, DC. - Public Trust Needed

Information Systems Security Officer needed for a contract opportunity with SOC's client in Washington DC

*Public Trust Needed

Job Description:
Our Client is seeking an ISSO who will be responsible for creating, revising, documenting and maintaining the overall security related policies, procedures, laws and regulations; as well as creating, documenting and implementing various security plans and compliance documents to enforce Information Assurance principles. The ISSO will assist with assessment, development and implementation of programs and controls set in place to preserve the integrity and security of sensitive data and information stored and processed by various network systems. The ISSO will review client/department information security systems and recommend improvements/solutions.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, maintain and manage Security Authorization and Assessment packages that include System Security Plans (SSP), Contingency Plans (CP), Security Impact Analysis (SIA), POA&Ms, and other relevant security documentation for existing and new systems in compliance with NIST 800-53 controls will be achieved
• Meet with System Owners (SO) and provide guidance to them on the security posture of the ATO status, and update security packages accordingly
• Analyze and report vulnerability findings to SO and their technical point of contact for remediation
• Work with systems owners and engineers to review and update POA&MS
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks to the information system, ensuring that the system remains secure throughout its lifecycle
• Able to conduct research and present findings to stakeholders.
• Document, organize and implement security control requirements
• Use workflows to develop security artifacts with assessors in preparation for assessment
• Responsible for continuous monitoring of system security, including reviewing audit logs, tracking security incidents, and ensuring that security controls remain effective over time
• Conduct both technical and non-technical internal audits and testing to validate system and operational requirements compliance
• Prepare vulnerability test plans and coordinate the testing and result procedures
• Assess customer based solutions and provide recommendations for any improvements to current security posture
• Ability to review and write security related policies and procedures and influence policy

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an ISSO supporting major federal information systems/applications
• At least 8 years of experience in one of the following areas: knowledge of current security tools, hardware/software security implementation, communication protocols or encryption techniques/tools
• Prior experience using ServiceNow GRC tool to support Assessment & Authorization of FISMA systems
• Knowledge of auditing security controls and financial processes
• Superior writing, communication and critical analysis skills
• Deep understanding of Information Assurance, Information Technology and Information Management concepts, processes and procedures
• CISSP preferred, will consider ISC2 Certified Authorization Professional (CAP) or ISC2 Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) certification or CompTIA Certified Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)
• Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance Desired Qualifications
• An understanding in researching Emerging Threats and recommending monitoring content within security tools.?
• Experience with one or more of the following technologies, specific tools: FireEye, Palo Alto, full MS O365 suite (compliance center).

Relevant certifications: Security+,CySA+, GCIA, GCIH, or similar.

• Experience with scripting or automation.
• Familiarity with cloud security monitoring (e.g., AWS, Azure).

Education:

• BS degree preferred

Employment Pre-requisites
The following requirements must be met to be eligible for this position: successful completion of a background investigation, and drug urinalysis.
SOC, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer,EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability.
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Estimated Min Rate: $49.26
Estimated Max Rate: $70.37