ISSO Specialist

Job Title: ISSO Specialist Job Location: Huntsville Alabama 35806 Hybrid (3 days per week onsite) Onsite Requirements: NIST 800-53 / Risk Management Framework (RMF) A minimum of 4 years of IT security experience in DoD security experience required. AS degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, or related discipline is required. Job Description: Position Scope/Job Functions/Core Responsibilities: Work with the ISSM on compliance activities including RMF Authorization of complex information systems. Assist in the security configuration and management of collateral classified systems and networks in a variety of traditional and virtual environments including Linux, Unix, Sun, Mac, and Windows Assist the ISSM in the development and maintenance of System Security Plans (SSP) and associated artifacts such as the Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M), Risk Assessment Report, and Continuous Monitoring Strategy Confirm plans of actions and milestones (POA&M) or remediation plans are in place for vulnerabilities identified during risk assessments, audits, inspections, etc. Promote awareness of security issues among management and ensure sound security principles are reflected in the organization's vision and goals. Track audit findings and recommendations to ensure that appropriate mitigation actions are taken. Utilizing previous RMF experience, recommend resource allocations required to securely operate and maintain an organization's cybersecurity requirements. Ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with organizational security policies and procedures. Collect, analyze, and store system audit records. Conduct network, system, and application vulnerability scanning, configuration assessment, and remediation. Prepare for and participate in periodic organization compliance assessments. Ensure account management documentation is complete and updated Maintain configuration management documentation (change tracking, maintenance logs, etc.) Serve as a member of the Configuration Control Board (CCB) as needed Required: Demonstrated understanding of the following security frameworks is required: NIST 800-53 / Risk Management Framework (RMF) National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) 32 CFR Part 117 DCSA Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM) AS degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, or related discipline is required. Technical experience, skills, and course work completed towards an Undergraduate Degree, or industry IT certifications may be considered in lieu of education or DoD security experience requirements. Possess a DoD 8570.01-M IAM I baseline certification (e.g. CompTIA Security+). The group will consider someone without this certification IF they are willing to obtain it in first 6 months at supplier or candidate's expense. Demonstrated experience with vulnerability scanning and auditing tools and processes is required. Experience and familiarity with multiple operating systems such as Windows Server 2016 and 2019, Windows 10 and 11, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Mac, etc. Desired: A minimum of 4 years of IT security experience in DoD Information Security is preferred. Technical experience securing networks and systems utilizing DISA STIGs and/or SRGs is highly desired. Experience with virtualization technologies, e.g. VMWare ESXi is preferred. Knowledge and hands-on experience with Microsoft Active Directory to include configuration of domain setting, managing user accounts and permissions, and effectively deploying Group Policy Objects to secure and customize domain environments Qualification Assessment Must Have Admin System Auditing 4 years Certification Possess a DoD 8570.01-M IAM I baseline certification Yes Degree Level Associates Degree Yes Experience Regulatory & Compliance 4 years Government Policy/Regulations STIGs/SCAP 4 years Security Assessing Security Controls (CS105.16) 4 years Assessment and Authorization 4 years Authorizing Systems (CS106.16) 4 years Categorization of the System (CS102.16) 4 years Continuous Monitoring (CS200.16) 4 years HBSS 4 years Implementation of Controls (CS104.16) 4 years Monitoring Security Controls (CS107.16) 4 years NIST 800-171 4 years NIST 800-53 4 years NIST SP 800-37 4 years Risk Management Framework (RMF) 4 years Security Standards, best practices, scanning tools (Nessus, Forte, SonarQube) 4 years Selecting Security Controls (CS103.16) 4 years Software Tools SIEM tools (Splunk, SolarWinds, OpenNMS, Nagios) 4 years Systems Active Directory Administration and GPOs 4 years Virtualization Technologies (VMware, including ESXi and VCenter configuration) 4 years This position requires candidates to be eligible to work in the United States, directly for an employer, without sponsorship now or anytime in the future. This client is a US Federal Government contractor and is legally required to hire US Citizens. US Citizens will only be considered for this role. Due to the nature of the work, a United States Government Clearance is required to be eligible for the position.