Information Assurance Engineer​/ISSO

Opportunity

The Opportunity:

• Perform all Information System Security Officer (ISSO) duties and responsibilities in accordance with DODI 8500.01, DODI 8510.01.
• Support development and analysis of Assessment & Authorization (A&A) and Life Cycle Management documentation of systems and/or networks.
• Prepare and maintain Risk Management Framework (RMF) system accreditation Body of Evidence (BOE) packages using eMASS, XACTA, or other approved A&A tools, including System Security Plans, Risk Assessment Reports, System Requirements Traceability Matrices (SCTM), and other documentation as required by ICD 503, NIST 800-53, CNSSI 1254, or the Authorizing Official (AO).
• Assist with the development and maintenance of all necessary A&A documents.
• Provide coordination, tracking, and management through all aspects of the initial and recurring A&A processes.
• Conduct independent assessments of all required security controls including interviews, examinations, and testing and prepare the assessment findings report.
• Work with system owners to resolve findings and answer questions.
• Perform cybersecurity review and validation services for cybersecurity authorization deliverables and record results.
• Support the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process using applicable tools.
• Attend and participate in required meetings or teleconferences.
• Continuous monitoring and plans of action and milestones (POA&M) management.
• Work in a multi-task in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Provide analytical, communication and troubleshooting skills that enable proactive and effective collaboration, including the ability to clearly articulate status and present to both customers and program leadership.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong collaboration skills and desire to work within a team.
• Highly responsible, team-oriented individual with very strong communication skills and work ethic; self-starter.

Required:

• College degree (B.S., M.S.) in Information Assurance, Computer Science, Information Management Systems or a related discipline.
• Must be available to work 100% onsite in Sterling, VA.
• Certifications:
  
  minimum Security+ CE or equivalent, CISSP or CASP preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of NIST Information Technology Security Special Publications (SP) 800 series, with emphasis on NIST SP 800-37, "Guide for Applying the Risk Management Framework to Federal Information Systems" and NIST SP 800-53A, "Guide for Assessing the Security Controls in Federal Information Systems".
• Professional
  
  Experience:
  
  7+ years related technical experience.
• Working knowledge of and ability to assist others in the use of information security provisioning and monitoring tools to support process improvement.
• Ability to apply advanced principles, theories, and concepts, and contribute to the development of innovative IA principles and ideas.
• Experience working on unusually complicated problems and providing solutions that are highly creative and ingenious, exhibiting ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness.
• Experience with continuous integration tools and environments.
• Demonstrated experience with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) implementation and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) tool usage.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers – every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground – in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

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