Senior ISSO

Job Description

Our client is seeking a Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to implement and enforce information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies. This is an onsite position in Fort Meade, MD.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and maintenance of documentation
• Assist in the evaluation of security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing classified information
• Assist with Configuration Management (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
• Propose, coordinate, and implement information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies
• Develop and maintain documentation for Security Authorization in accordance with ODNI and DoD policies
• Provide CM for security-relevant information system software, hardware, and firmware
• Ensure compliance with system security policy
• 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 Cybersecurity posture for a system, program, or enclave
• Develop and update the system security plan and other Cybersecurity documentation
• Assist with the management of security aspects of the information system and perform day-to­day security operations of the system
• Track and ensure appropriate user identification and authentication mechanism of the Information System (IS)
• Obtain system authorization for ISs under their purview
• Provide support for a program, organization, system, or enclave's information assurance program
• Plan and coordinate implementation of IT security programs and policies
• Manage and control changes to the system assessing the security impact of those changes
• Provide daily oversight and direction to contractor ISSOs
• Interact with customers, IT staff, and high-level corporate officers to define and achieve required Cybersecurity objectives

Clearance

• TS/SCI with FS Poly

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security or IT Engineering (in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree, 4 additional years of work-related experience may be substituted)
• 10+ years of combined work-related experience in the fields of IT, cybersecurity or security authorization
• Experience in at least 2 of the following areas: knowledge of current security tools, hardware/software security implementation; communication protocols; or encryption tools and techniques
• Familiarity with commercial security products, security authorization techniques, security incident management, and PKI and authorization services
• Compliance with DoD 8570.01-M with a minimum certification of IAM Level I

Hamdan Resources, LLC is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (EEO/AA), making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship and/or authorization to work within the U.S.is required for most positions.