Information Systems Security Officer

Job Description:

• Maintain the appropriate operational security posture for assigned systems, programs, and/or enclaves.
• Provide guidance and technical expertise on all matters that impact or affect the information system's security.
• Assisted in the development and execution of an enterprise-level continuous monitoring program to minimize security risks and ensure routine compliance with that program.
• Developing, updating, and submitting the System Security Plan and other required documentation that make up the Security Authorization Package.
• Conduct configuration management for security-relevant changes to software, hardware, and firmware.
• Perform and deliver security impact analyses of changes to the system or its environment of operation.
• Assess the effectiveness of system security controls on an ongoing basis to determine system security status.
• Maintain and enforce IT security policies and implementation guidelines for customer systems in diverse operational environments.
• Provides configuration management for security-relevant information system software, hardware, and firmware.

Education and Experience:

• 10 years of related work experience in the field of security authorization.
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology Engineering, or a related field may be substituted for 4 years' experience.
• DoD 8570.1 compliant IAM Level I certification, such as the CompTIA Security+ certification. A higher-level certification, such as GSLC, CAP, CASP, CISM and/or CISSP will also be accepted.
• A working knowledge of the security authorization processes and procedures as defined in the RMF in NIST SP800-37 and familiarity with the ICD503, CNSSI1253, SP800-53, etc.
• Knowledge of commercial security tools and their uses.
• Experience with hardware/software security implementations.
• Knowledge of different communication protocols, encryption techniques/tools, and PKI and authorization services.
• Familiarity with security incident management, experience collaborating with Incident Response Teams, and able to provide viable recommendations for the resolution or computer security incidents and vulnerability compliance.
• Experience creating and presenting documentation and management reports.
• Attendance is always critical. The employee must be able to work a 40-hour workweek, normally Monday through Friday. However, times and days may vary depending on business requirements. The employee needs to be available to work overtime during critical peaks and meet last-minute requests for overtime should the situation occur.
• Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.
• Must be able to interface with individuals at all levels of the organization both verbally and in writing.
• Must be well-organized with the ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must work well under pressure to meet deadline requirements.

Preferred:

• Should have experience working with the XACTA IA Manager.
• Should be highly analytical and effectively able to troubleshoot and prioritize needs, requirements, and other issues.
• Should be committed to continuous learning and system development because of the constantly developing nature of cyber-attacks.
• Should be able to learn new concepts, data formats, and software quickly.
• A self-motivated, independent, detail-oriented, responsible team player should exhibit exceptional relationship management skills.??

Pay & Benefit HighlightsCompensation

• Above market fixed salary or hourly pay.
• Up to $10,000 bonus for each referral.
• Additional bonuses for exceptional performance, assisting with business development and company growth.

Health

• 100% paid premiums for health insurance. Choose from over 80 gold-level medical plans from Aetna, CareFirst, Kaiser and UnitedHealthcare. Choose from PPO, EPO, POS, HMO, and HSA-compatible.
• HSA and FSA options.
• 100% paid premiums for dental insurance.
• 100% paid premiums for vision insurance.

Income Protection

• 100% paid premiums for short-term disability.
• 100% paid premiums for long-term disability.
• 100% paid premiums for accidental death & dismemberment.
• 100% paid premiums for life insurance with a $200,000 max benefit.

Retirement

• 8% company contribution to 401k with immediate vesting.
• 401k pre-tax and Roth options.

Leave

• Up to 20 days of flexible paid time off (PTO).
• 11 days of paid floating holidays.

Work-Life Balance

• Flexible work schedules including flex time and compressed work period.
• Remote work including partial or fully remote (contract and project-dependent).

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Equal Opportunity EmployerBase-2 Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.