Information System Security Specialist III

Description

Information Systems Solutions, Inc, has an immediate opening for an Information System Security Specialist III to join our rapidly growing team. The Information System Security Specialist III will provide cyber services and solutions, technical support, and management support for NIWC Atlantic Polar Programs (NPP).

100% remote

 Job Responsibilities:
• Maintaining security policies and standards.
• Ensuring compliance throughout the organization.
• Provides Risk Management Framework, circuit/system accreditation, and certification policy services.
• Participate in the development or modification of the computer environment IA security program plans and requirements.
• Helping develop procedures to ensure system users are aware of their IA responsibilities before granting access to DoD information systems
• Recognize possible security violations and takes appropriate action to report the incident, as required.
• Ensure IA requirements are integrated into the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) for that system or DoD Component
• Ensure IA security requirements are appropriately identified in computer environment operation procedures and collect and maintain data needed to meet system IA reporting requirements.
• Evaluates security solutions
• Provide oversight for the Computer Network Defense-Service Provider (CNDSP).
• Work with system owners to close IAVMs/ICVMs and open plan of action and milestones (POA&Ms) in a rapid fashion, in accordance with DoD. Instructions/directives.
 

Why Work For ISS?
At ISS we pride ourselves on providing an employee-focused and family first environment. Being a small business, we take the time to get to know our employees and have a vested interest in helping them achieve their career goals. We work to schedule regular social gatherings within the company to foster camaraderie. ISS values their employees by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes a fully vested 401(k) matching program, coverage of family medical deductibles, spot bonuses, and educational assistance to further your career.

Requirements

Clearance Level   

Secret

Certifications (IAT Level II)   

One of the following:   

· Security+ CE   

· GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)  

 · Security Certified Network Professional (SCNP)  

 · System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)   

And  

Must be a U.S. citizen 

Required Skills   

• Five (5) years with bachelor’s degree or seven (7) years with HS/GED of practical experience demonstrating competency in Cybersecurity, Engineering, Test & Evaluation (T&E) or Assessment & Authorization (A&A) Certification & Accreditation (C&A) related field  

• Working knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process 

 • Experience with DISA Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS), Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)  

• Should we be capable of evaluating security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing up to classified information and supervise and/or maintain the operational security posture for an information system or program. 

 • Individual shall have experience assisting or developing system security policy and ensuring compliance of change management and configuration control processes    

Desired Skills:  

• Ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines  

• Capable of conveying complex information in a simplistic manner  

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills 

 • Strong self-starter requiring minimal supervision

 • Able to take proactive measures to prevent problems rather than reactive by nature  

• Strong verbal and written communication to effectively express concepts, plans, and proposals