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Top Secret/SCI
Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
CI Polygraph
IT - Security
Washington Dc Brm, DC (On/Off-Site)
Information System Security Officer
Washington, DC, USA
Full-time
Clearance: Top Secret/SCI w/CI Poly
Company Description
The Red Gate Group, founded in 2006, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Company based in Chantilly, VA. As an SDVOSB, the Red Gate Group has established a reputation for delivering quality multi-tiered services in intelligence analysis, strategic planning, program management, policy development, operational design, and technology integration. RGG delivers high-quality, customer-centric solutions around the world—from the foxhole to the highest levels of Government. Our motto, "Making a Difference for Country and Client," reflects our deep commitment to national security and service excellence. As an employer of choice, we offer comprehensive benefits including flexible time off, 11 paid holidays, immediate 401(k) eligibility with a generous match, and full medical, dental, and vision coverage through Anthem. Our employees enjoy 100% company-paid life insurance and disability benefits, along with professional development assistance for degrees and certifications. We foster a culture of growth and work-life balance, backed by our commitment to supporting both our clients' missions and our employees' success. Join our team and be part of an organization that values both service excellence and employee wellbeing.
Job Description
The Red Gate Group is seeking an experienced Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) in Washington, DC. In this role, you will apply deep expertise in Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Information Assurance (IA) to safeguard mission-critical systems. As part of DIA’s CIO team, you will guide projects through the security lifecycle, ensuring that applications, cloud environments, and IT systems remain secure, compliant, and resilient against emerging threats.
This position is ideal for a seasoned ISSO who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys working across diverse technical teams, and is motivated by the opportunity to directly protect national security missions.
Key Responsibilities
Apply knowledge of IA and RMF concepts, practices, and procedures to minimize and mitigate security risks.
Partner with architects, engineers, and security specialists to ensure proper security controls across all IT systems, applications, and cloud environments.
Guide systems through the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process to achieve Authorization to Operate (ATO).
Monitor and remediate vulnerabilities, intrusion detection events, and remote access security.
Develop, review, and update security documentation, including system security plans, test plans, and related RMF artifacts.
Support continuous monitoring (ConMon) and continuous diagnostics and mitigation (CDM) activities.
Ensure compliance with reporting requirements for ODNI/IC CIO and DIA Enterprise Audit Program.
Define and implement security standards for AWS and Azure cloud environments.
Develop and manage Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M), waiver requests, audit policies, and ITA system security checklists.
Support contingency operations, disaster recovery planning, and DevSecOps security reviews.
Conduct risk assessments, audit reviews, and logging analysis (e.g., SPLUNK, AWS, Azure consoles).
Participate in Scrum, stand-ups, and TEMs, providing security guidance throughout project lifecycles.
Review technical documentation to ensure compliance with security standards.
Perform additional RMF and security tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) with CI Polygraph.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training and experience.
Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience.
CISSP, CompTIA Security+, or other equivalent security certification.
Hands-on experience with the SPLUNK platform.
Strong communication skills—oral, written, and interpersonal.
Proven problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize in high-pressure environments.
Desired Qualifications
Master’s degree with advanced training in RMF/IA Cybersecurity.
Additional Information
The Red Gate Group, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Red Gate Group, Ltd. considers applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. Know Your Rights
Washington, DC, USA
Full-time
Clearance: Top Secret/SCI w/CI Poly
Company Description
The Red Gate Group, founded in 2006, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Company based in Chantilly, VA. As an SDVOSB, the Red Gate Group has established a reputation for delivering quality multi-tiered services in intelligence analysis, strategic planning, program management, policy development, operational design, and technology integration. RGG delivers high-quality, customer-centric solutions around the world—from the foxhole to the highest levels of Government. Our motto, "Making a Difference for Country and Client," reflects our deep commitment to national security and service excellence. As an employer of choice, we offer comprehensive benefits including flexible time off, 11 paid holidays, immediate 401(k) eligibility with a generous match, and full medical, dental, and vision coverage through Anthem. Our employees enjoy 100% company-paid life insurance and disability benefits, along with professional development assistance for degrees and certifications. We foster a culture of growth and work-life balance, backed by our commitment to supporting both our clients' missions and our employees' success. Join our team and be part of an organization that values both service excellence and employee wellbeing.
Job Description
The Red Gate Group is seeking an experienced Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) in Washington, DC. In this role, you will apply deep expertise in Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Information Assurance (IA) to safeguard mission-critical systems. As part of DIA’s CIO team, you will guide projects through the security lifecycle, ensuring that applications, cloud environments, and IT systems remain secure, compliant, and resilient against emerging threats.
This position is ideal for a seasoned ISSO who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys working across diverse technical teams, and is motivated by the opportunity to directly protect national security missions.
Key Responsibilities
Apply knowledge of IA and RMF concepts, practices, and procedures to minimize and mitigate security risks.
Partner with architects, engineers, and security specialists to ensure proper security controls across all IT systems, applications, and cloud environments.
Guide systems through the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process to achieve Authorization to Operate (ATO).
Monitor and remediate vulnerabilities, intrusion detection events, and remote access security.
Develop, review, and update security documentation, including system security plans, test plans, and related RMF artifacts.
Support continuous monitoring (ConMon) and continuous diagnostics and mitigation (CDM) activities.
Ensure compliance with reporting requirements for ODNI/IC CIO and DIA Enterprise Audit Program.
Define and implement security standards for AWS and Azure cloud environments.
Develop and manage Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M), waiver requests, audit policies, and ITA system security checklists.
Support contingency operations, disaster recovery planning, and DevSecOps security reviews.
Conduct risk assessments, audit reviews, and logging analysis (e.g., SPLUNK, AWS, Azure consoles).
Participate in Scrum, stand-ups, and TEMs, providing security guidance throughout project lifecycles.
Review technical documentation to ensure compliance with security standards.
Perform additional RMF and security tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) with CI Polygraph.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training and experience.
Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience.
CISSP, CompTIA Security+, or other equivalent security certification.
Hands-on experience with the SPLUNK platform.
Strong communication skills—oral, written, and interpersonal.
Proven problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize in high-pressure environments.
Desired Qualifications
Master’s degree with advanced training in RMF/IA Cybersecurity.
Additional Information
The Red Gate Group, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Red Gate Group, Ltd. considers applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. Know Your Rights
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