Maintain responsibility for all Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) duties in support of Information Systems, CSS Risk Management Framework, IC Directive, 503 Practitioners manual and the Committee on National Security Systems Instruction, and 1253 security controls. Serve as an advisor on all matters, technical and otherwise. Assist in the evaluation of security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing classified information and assist with the CM for informati... more details
IS Security Specialist, Senior
Key Role:
Maintain responsibility for all Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) duties in support of Information Systems, CSS Risk Management Framework, IC Directive, 503 Practitioners manual and the Committee on National Security Systems Instruction, and 1253 security controls. Serve as an advisor on all matters, technical and otherwise. Assist in the evaluation of security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing classified information and assist with the CM for information system security software, hardware, and firmware. Assist with preparation and maintenance of documentation and maintain records on workstations, servers, routers, firewalls, intelligent hubs, and network switches, including system upgrades. Work in coordination with the System Owner and be responsible for all continuous monitoring, and ensure systems are compliant with Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts and IC Vulnerability Management. Ensure remediation actions based on the results of CM activities, assessment of risk, and outstanding items in the POA&M are implemented, also work successfully in a team environment.
Basic Qualifications:
8+ years of experience with cybersecurity
Experience as an ISSO
Experience with security tools
Experience with hardware and software security implementation
Experience with communication protocols
Experience with encryption techniques and tools
Secret clearance
Bachelor's degree
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.
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