ISSO with Security Clearance

Overview Title: Information System Security Officer (ISSO) Location: FT. Meade, MD Clearance: Top Secret Foxhole Technilogy is seeking a ISSO to add on a existing contract. The ISSO assists with the assessment, development and implementation of programs and security controls to preserve the integrity and confidentiality of specific agency systems. Job Description Provide consulting to Agencies on Requests for Service for the design, development, and deployment of Ongoing Assessment, Ongoing Authorization, and other Information Assurance (IA) initiatives Provide continuous monitoring to enforce client security policy and procedures and create processes that will provide increased visibility to system owners on impacts to the security posture of systems Ensure system security measures comply with applicable government policies Monitor configuration management changes and assess the impact of modifications and vulnerabilities for each system Ensure that system security requirements are addressed throughout the project and system lifecycle Ensure effective controls and processes are in place and working effectively to maintain a strong system security posture. Perform vulnerability/risk assessment analyses to support Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities Prepare system security A&A package submissions and ensure consistency, completeness, traceability and compliance Develop, maintain, and facilitate the appropriate closure of POA&Ms and facilitate with the Agency-designated security Point of Contact (PoC)/ISSO any related remediation activities Understand and monitor operations processes, including but not limited to, the Incident Response Process and Communications Process, to ensure that they are followed properly at Agencies in accordance with specific policies and procedures Ensure the development, documentation, and presentation of IS security education, awareness, and training activities for users and others, as appropriate Manage multiple high visibility security projects and adjust to quick shifts in customer priorities while meeting all mission requirements Have a familiarity with controlling, labeling, virus scanning, and appropriately transferring data (uploading/downloading) between information systems at varying classification levels; Review security scans (Nessus, etc.) and other vulnerability tools and interpreting the results Demonstrate the ability to translate technical information and information technology jargon into plain English Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in an IT related field or equivalent education or work experience. Five years of experience. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Self-motivated and able to work in an independent manner. Security + with continuing education. Desired Experience/Certifications CISSP or equivalent certifications.