Information Systems Security Officer

Information Systems Security Officer

Razor is seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Officer to support information systems security, risk management, and compliance activities for a federal government customer. This position is responsible for maintaining the security posture of classified information systems, implementing security policies, and supporting system authorization activities in accordance with federal security requirements.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with information assurance, security assessments, system accreditation, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF).

Clearance Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) required.

Location & Work Arrangement

• Locations: Hanover, MD 21076 / Annapolis Junction, MD 20701
• Work Arrangement: 100% onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Implement, maintain, and enforce information systems security policies, standards, procedures, and methodologies.
• Maintain the operational security posture of information systems, programs, and enclaves.
• Perform vulnerability and risk assessments to identify security weaknesses and support remediation activities.
• Evaluate security solutions to ensure compliance with requirements for processing classified information.
• Develop and maintain security documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessment Reports, certification and accreditation packages, and System Requirements Traceability Matrices (SRTMs).
• Support system authorization and accreditation activities in accordance with NIST RMF, ODNI, and DoD policies.
• Manage security-relevant configuration changes to information systems, including hardware, software, and firmware, and assess their security impact.
• Maintain records of system components, including servers, workstations, routers, firewalls, network switches, and system upgrades.
• Administer user identification and authentication mechanisms.
• Support the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) in maintaining information assurance compliance and operational security.
• Coordinate security policies, procedures, and day-to-day security operations with technical teams and government stakeholders.
• Support certification and accreditation activities for assigned information systems.

Required Qualifications

• 10 years of experience as an ISSO supporting programs or contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university. Four additional years of ISSO experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree.
• DoD 8570 Information Assurance Management (IAM) Level I compliance or higher.
• Experience in at least two of the following areas:
  
  
  • Current information security tools
  • Hardware and software security implementation
  • Communication protocols
  • Encryption techniques and tools
• Experience implementing and maintaining information systems security policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of NIST RMF, system authorization, and certification and accreditation processes.
• Experience preparing and maintaining system security documentation.
• Ability to assess vulnerabilities, evaluate security risks, and support security compliance for classified information systems.

Employer Information

Razor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Benefits Overview

Razor offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; a 401(k) plan; paid time off and paid holidays.