detect, evaluate, and document the security configuration of developmental and operational tools
coordinate work with in-house teams, subcontractors, and vendors
investigate new techniques and recommend improvements
oversee the analysis of technical, environmental, and personnel details
guide clients through a plan of action with presentations, white papers, and milestones
advise the client, lead the discovery of their cyber risks, and develop a mitigation plan
customize solutions to maintain a balance of security and mission needs

3+ years of experience as an ISSO or Information System Security Analyst (ISSA)
Experience conducting tools assessments and configuration analysis against best practices, vendor specifications, and government security guidelines
Experience with the implementation, oversight, and maintenance of security configuration, practices, and procedures for systems
Experience implementing controls from NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, ICD 503, RMF, and DoD Information Levels
Experience with eMASS or Xacta IA Manager
Ability to perform risk analysis
Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam
HS diploma or GED and 12+ years of experience supporting IT projects and activities, Associate’s degree and 10+ years, Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years, or Master’s degree and 6+ years of experience
DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification such as CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, or SSCP Certification
Ability to obtain a DoD 8570.01-M CSSP Infrastructure Support Certification within 30 days of start date

Information System Security Officer

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