ISSO Security Clearance

Position: ISSO with Security Clearance
Role:
Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Location:

Fairfax, VA Minimum Clearance:
Active TS//SCI with CI Poly

Summary:

Client is seeking a highly motivated ISSO to support the Fairfax facility. The role will assist the ISSM/ISSO to ensure compliance with IC and DoD security guidelines/directives and provide special project support to the Security Team.

Job Description / Responsibilities:
* Perform assessments of systems/networks to identify deviations from acceptable configurations, policies, or standards via compliance audits and vulnerability assessments.
* Develop and maintain documentation in support of RMF processes, operating procedures, and policies.
* Create and manage POAMs in response to reported security vulnerabilities.
* Perform Information Assurance (IA) activities within cleared environments to meet client timelines.
* Conduct Continuous Monitoring (Con Mon) per NIST SP 800-137, including auditing for anomalous/malicious activity.
* Establish strict program control processes to mitigate risks and support system certification and accreditation.
* Provide process, analysis, coordination, test, documentation, and inspection support for emerging technologies.
* Perform periodic audit reviews, track corrective actions, and manage closure of issues.
* Manage media handling, labeling, scanning, and cross-domain data transfers (manual and automated).

Basic Qualifications:

* TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly.
* DoD 8570 IAM Level I certification.
* Experience with:
* Security tools, hardware/software security implementation.
* Communication protocols.
* Encryption techniques/tools. Required

Skills & Experience:

* Knowledge of ICD 503, NIST SP 800-37, CNSS publications, and other RMF processes.
* Experience with scan tools and systems: STIG, SCAP, EVSS, Security Center, Nessus, NMAP.
* Strong analytical/problem-solving skills to address evolving client situations.
* Ability to incorporate new knowledge seamlessly in client interactions.
* Experience working with development teams to integrate security practices from requirements phase onward.
* Relevant security certifications (Security+, CISSP, etc.) or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire. Desired

Skills & Experience:

* Nessus scanning, STIG/SCAP compliance.
* Splunk (including Security Essentials).
* eMASS and Service Now.
* Linux/Unix operating systems.
* Conducting ISAP inspections.
* Experience configuring/securing Windows systems.
* IC customer's Service Now and DoD eMASS.
* AWS or other cloud technologies.
* Strong writing skills (executive and technical audiences).

Education & Experience:

* Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).