Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
Apply NowCompany: Computer World Services Corp. (CWS)
Location: Fort George G Meade, MD 20755
Description:
Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join our dynamic IT team. This position supports Government personnel engaged in planning of Cybersecurity policies and in monitoring the Cybersecurity compliance for the Emerging Technology directorate at the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA). The candidate will work with DoD security policies, DoD security directives, DoD instructions, DISA's IA policies, and network operations policies for successful performance.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
Job Requirements:
Education & Experience
Certifications
Security Clearance
Other (Travel, Work Environment, DoD 8570 Requirements, Administrative Notes, etc.)
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Employee Type Full-Time
Location Fort Meade, Maryland, US, MD (Hybrid)
Job Type Engineering, Information Technology
Experience Not Specified
Date Posted 02/21/2025
Job ID 4505/3405/22881
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We are seeking a highly motivated Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join our dynamic IT team. This position supports Government personnel engaged in planning of Cybersecurity policies and in monitoring the Cybersecurity compliance for the Emerging Technology directorate at the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA). The candidate will work with DoD security policies, DoD security directives, DoD instructions, DISA's IA policies, and network operations policies for successful performance.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Design, develop, implement, and manage an effective Cybersecurity program aligned with DoD policy, DISA instructions, and best practices.
- Assist the Government ISSM in developing and maintaining an organizational Cybersecurity program, including policies, processes, and procedures.
- Develop guidance on information ownership, access control, incident response, training, data management, and other security aspects.
- Review and report on A&A documentation for all programs/systems under the ISSM's purview.
- Track items requiring ISSM review and monitor security reports for incidents, vulnerabilities, and other issues.
- Maintain and update Cybersecurity repositories like eMASS, DITPR, and MAPS.
- Monitor DISA Joint Operations Command Orders and Directives TO repositories.
- Develop, maintain, and update Plans of Action and Milestones for all project components.
- Assist in responding to Cybersecurity data calls and maintaining an action/report list.
- Provide Cybersecurity management review of new/updated documentation and offer technical expertise on security policies, directives, and instructions.
- Support Cybersecurity analysis, reports, information papers, briefings, and meeting summaries.
- Attend meetings with vendors and contractors on Cybersecurity issues.
- Perform analysis and investigations to resolve IA issues.
- Develop/update system documents and artifacts to ensure compliance with DoD requirements.
Job Requirements:
Education & Experience
- Strong understanding of DoD security policies, DISA instructions, and RMF.
- Excellent communication, writing, and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated experience in managing Cybersecurity repositories and reporting tools.
Certifications
- DoD 8570 IAM Level III
Security Clearance
- Active Secret clearance is required.
Other (Travel, Work Environment, DoD 8570 Requirements, Administrative Notes, etc.)
- Work is on-site at Ft. Meade, MD. Some hybrid work may be authorized.
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Job Snapshot
Employee Type Full-Time
Location Fort Meade, Maryland, US, MD (Hybrid)
Job Type Engineering, Information Technology
Experience Not Specified
Date Posted 02/21/2025
Job ID 4505/3405/22881
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Think you're the perfect candidate?