ISSO with Security Clearance

Position Title: ISSO Location: Chantilly, VA Clearance: TS/SCI FSP Day to Day Responsibilities: Manage security-related program milestones/deadlines to meet contract requirements Oversee and respond to security gaps/needs with information systems) Create and update Body of Evidence for system accreditation using Xacta, ServiceNow or similar risk management software (NIST 800-53) Develop and enforce cyber security policies and procedures for accredited systems Coordinate with external organizations to guide systems through the customer accreditation process to achieve Approval to Operate Review requests for software and hardware changes to systems, and submit for customer approval where required Work closely with system administrators to address open vulnerabilities Manage the plan of action and milestones (POA&Ms) by working with project managers and system engineers to develop schedules and engineering actions that mitigate open items Maintain, update an conduct routine vulnerability and compliance scans across all sponsor networks using NESSUS, Rapid7 or similar software Configure and perform required system auidts and related continuous monitoring tasks Review and interpret new government security policies for applicability Perform cybersecurity activities, including change management, account management, auditing, media protection, user training, file transfers, etc Here's what you'll need 4-5 years of applicable experience
Active Top Secret security clearance with Full scope Poly
Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology, IT Security, Network Systems Technology or related field or at least 4 years of directly related experience in lieu of degree or any equivalent combination of education, experience, training and certifications
DoD 8570 IAT II Certification (Security+, CISSP, CISM, CASP+) or ability to obtain certification within 6 weeks of starting role
Familiarity with information system security principles NIST 800-53, 800-171, NSM 8
In-depth knowledge of NIST special publications, CNSS policies and instructions
Linux experience - intermediate level
Cloud experience (AWS preferred)
Ability to review, analyze, and interpret technical procedures against customer security requirements
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Self-starter with the ability to work independently
Must be willing to work on-site in Northern Virginia