Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) - Senior with Security Clearance, Constellation Technologies, Annapolis Junction, MD
Constellation Technologies -
Annapolis Junction, MD,
US
Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) - Senior with Security Clearance
Date Posted: 2024-06-18
Job description
About us: Mission Driven, Employee Focused At CTI, you'll be at the center of an award-winning corporate culture, breaking technological barriers and solving real-world problems for our federal government customers. We are committed to hiring the best of the best, and in return, we offer a world-class, truly unique employee experience that is rare within our industry. If you're a technical changemaker with a passion for Cyber Operations, Cloud and Data Analytics, or Engineering, we're looking for you! Love what you do AND where you work - alongside a supportive, innovative team of like-minded individuals. After all, we know that your best work happens when you live your best life, and we do everything we can to make that possible. Are you ready for your best career move? Intel Agency polygraph is strongly preferred. Due to federal contract requirements, United States citizenship and an active TS/SCI security clearance is required for the position. Description:
CTI is seeking an experienced TS/SCI polygraph cleared Senior ISSO to support an important, fast-paced, mission critical program. You'll collaborate with other security professionals in developing and implementing strategies to detect and mitigate threats to information systems, protect critical data sets, and provide assessments of system and network vulnerabilities. You'll analyze threats and develop and implement best practices methodologies for incident detection, reporting, and vulnerability remediation. The day-to-day:
Provide support for implementing and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies.
Assist in the evaluation of security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing multiple types of information.
Assist with the CM for information system security software, hardware, and firmware.
Maintain records on workstations, servers, routers, firewalls, intelligent hubs, network switches, etc. to include system upgrades.
Evaluate security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing classified information.
Maintain operational security posture for an information system or program.
Provide support to the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) for maintaining the appropriate operational IA posture for a system, program, or enclave.
Develop and maintain documentation for C&A in accordance with ODNI and DoD policies.
Develop and update the system security plans and other IA documentation.
Provide CM for security-relevant information system software, hardware, and firmware.
Develop system security policy and ensure compliance.
Administer the user identification and authentication mechanisms of the Information System (IS). The qualifications (required):
Must be a US Citizen
Must have TS/SCI clearance w/ active polygraph
Twelve (12) years of relevant experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with at least one of the following (preferably more): current security tools; hardware/software security implementation; communication protocols; encryption techniques/tools.
Experience completing security evaluations of software systems or architectures to ensure they meet security requirements for processing classified information.
Experience preparing and maintaining SSPs or security related documentation.
Experience proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies, preferably on a large software or IT program.
Demonstrated experience performing day-to-day security operations of large, complicated information and information processing systems.
Must be committed to developing and adhering to best practices.
Must be a solutions-oriented team player and must possess a high level of self-initiative.
Must have excellent interpersonal skills. The nice-to-haves (desired, not required):
Bachelor's degree in a related field. Additional experience may be substituted for a degree. Experience as an Information Systems Security Officer on a software development and integration program.
DoD 8570 compliance with IAT Level I or higher.
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with current security tools, hardware/software security implementation, communication protocols, and encryption techniques/tools. The benefits package: Affordable healthcare options with 80% employer paid premium PLUS a company-funded HSA
Dental insurance with 100% employer paid premium
Vision with 80% employer paid premium
Employer paid Life insurance 100%
Employer paid Short-term and Long-term disability 100% Annual training, continued education, and professional memberships reimbursement
Unlimited access to Red Hat Enterprise Linux and AWS training and accreditation
Annual reimbursement for technology i.e. phones, computers, printers, etc.
401(k) with company match up to 5% with 100% immediate vesting (after 90 days of employment) The environment and perks: Professional development investment and paid time off for training
Contract and work locations in Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, Utah, California, Florida and Hawaii.
Team building events throughout the year such as Destination Family Events, Holiday Party, Monthly Get-Togethers
Leadership Team engagement and mentorship
Performance Recognition Program
Complimentary branded apparel Don't see a job opening that's the perfect fit? Apply to our General Position to join our talent pool for consideration for future opportunities. Know someone else who may be a good fit? Refer them through the CTI External Referral Program and you could receive a one-time referral bonus of up to $10,000 ! Email for more information. Constellation Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Job applicants can submit questions about CTI's equal employment opportunity policy to .
CTI is seeking an experienced TS/SCI polygraph cleared Senior ISSO to support an important, fast-paced, mission critical program. You'll collaborate with other security professionals in developing and implementing strategies to detect and mitigate threats to information systems, protect critical data sets, and provide assessments of system and network vulnerabilities. You'll analyze threats and develop and implement best practices methodologies for incident detection, reporting, and vulnerability remediation. The day-to-day:
Provide support for implementing and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies.
Assist in the evaluation of security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing multiple types of information.
Assist with the CM for information system security software, hardware, and firmware.
Maintain records on workstations, servers, routers, firewalls, intelligent hubs, network switches, etc. to include system upgrades.
Evaluate security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing classified information.
Maintain operational security posture for an information system or program.
Provide support to the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) for maintaining the appropriate operational IA posture for a system, program, or enclave.
Develop and maintain documentation for C&A in accordance with ODNI and DoD policies.
Develop and update the system security plans and other IA documentation.
Provide CM for security-relevant information system software, hardware, and firmware.
Develop system security policy and ensure compliance.
Administer the user identification and authentication mechanisms of the Information System (IS). The qualifications (required):
Must be a US Citizen
Must have TS/SCI clearance w/ active polygraph
Twelve (12) years of relevant experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with at least one of the following (preferably more): current security tools; hardware/software security implementation; communication protocols; encryption techniques/tools.
Experience completing security evaluations of software systems or architectures to ensure they meet security requirements for processing classified information.
Experience preparing and maintaining SSPs or security related documentation.
Experience proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies, preferably on a large software or IT program.
Demonstrated experience performing day-to-day security operations of large, complicated information and information processing systems.
Must be committed to developing and adhering to best practices.
Must be a solutions-oriented team player and must possess a high level of self-initiative.
Must have excellent interpersonal skills. The nice-to-haves (desired, not required):
Bachelor's degree in a related field. Additional experience may be substituted for a degree. Experience as an Information Systems Security Officer on a software development and integration program.
DoD 8570 compliance with IAT Level I or higher.
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with current security tools, hardware/software security implementation, communication protocols, and encryption techniques/tools. The benefits package: Affordable healthcare options with 80% employer paid premium PLUS a company-funded HSA
Dental insurance with 100% employer paid premium
Vision with 80% employer paid premium
Employer paid Life insurance 100%
Employer paid Short-term and Long-term disability 100% Annual training, continued education, and professional memberships reimbursement
Unlimited access to Red Hat Enterprise Linux and AWS training and accreditation
Annual reimbursement for technology i.e. phones, computers, printers, etc.
401(k) with company match up to 5% with 100% immediate vesting (after 90 days of employment) The environment and perks: Professional development investment and paid time off for training
Contract and work locations in Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, Utah, California, Florida and Hawaii.
Team building events throughout the year such as Destination Family Events, Holiday Party, Monthly Get-Togethers
Leadership Team engagement and mentorship
Performance Recognition Program
Complimentary branded apparel Don't see a job opening that's the perfect fit? Apply to our General Position to join our talent pool for consideration for future opportunities. Know someone else who may be a good fit? Refer them through the CTI External Referral Program and you could receive a one-time referral bonus of up to $10,000 ! Email for more information. Constellation Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Job applicants can submit questions about CTI's equal employment opportunity policy to .