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Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) 

Category Security  
Description

About STR: Systems & Technology Research (STR) is a small and growing company focused on providing innovative, technology-based solutions to defense, intelligence and national security problems.

Job Description:

  • Provides Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) support to classified computers in a DoD computing environment.
  • Assist with the preparation and maintenance of security Assessment and Authorization documentation (e.g., IA SOP, SSP, MSSP, RAR, SCTM)
  • Maintain day-to-day security posture and continuous monitoring of IS including security event log review and analysis.
  • Ensure system security measures comply with applicable government policies, provide configuration management and accurately assess the impact of modifications and vulnerabilities for each system.
  • Maintain thorough understanding of NIST 800-53 controls, determines controls applicable to the application, and document implementation in Security Controls Traceability Matrix (SCTM).
  • Provide support to the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) for maintaining appropriate operation information assurance (IA) posture for programs.
  • Conduct reviews and technical inspections (as prescribed by the ISSM) to identify and mitigate potential security weaknesses, and ensure that all security features applied to a system are implemented and functional.
  • Assist the ISSM in monitoring and resolving Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) to mitigate system vulnerabilities.
  • Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and the Joint Special Access Program (SAP) Implementation Guide (JSIG)
  • Perform other tasks as assigned by manager/management

 
Position Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

  • 3-5 years’ experience as an ISSO implementing NISPOM Chapter 8, JAFAN 6/3, ICD 503, and/or JSIG IS requirements.
  • DoD Directive 8570.1 IA certification (Security +, CISSP, etc.) or ability to obtain within 6 months upon being hired.
  • Active TOP SECRET security clearance with ability to obtain SCI access
  • Experience with Windows/Linux or similar operating environments.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Previous security experience working in a SAP/SCI environment.
  • Xacta experience
  • Familiarity conducting vulnerability scans (Nessus, SCAP, etc.) and performing remediation
  • Ability to conduct IS user briefings.
  • Active TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance with CI poly
  • Bachelor’s degree in one of the following but not limited to: Information Technology, Information Assurance, Computer Information Systems, or Criminal Justice.

STR seeks to provide an outstanding work environment for its employees with excellent benefits and competitive compensation. Full-time employees enjoy 401(k), profit sharing, health and welfare benefits, subsidies for training and conference attendance to foster continued learning and development, and a casual yet technically challenging work environment.

STR is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where all employees, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, neurodiversity, or other personal characteristics, feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their best. We recognize that each employee’s backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are essential for providing our customers with innovative solutions to challenging national security problems. STR’s commitment to attracting, retaining, and engaging talented and diverse professionals is demonstrated by our participation, sponsorship, and support in local and national minority organizations.

Applicants must be US Citizens

 
About the Organization Systems & Technology Research (STR) is a rapidly growing technology company with locations north of Boston, MA, Arlington, VA and near Dayton, OH. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security, trying to understand how to protect our society: from stopping malicious botnet attacks, to understanding cyber vulnerabilities, providing next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare to developing artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.


STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, but you go home at night knowing that you pushed the forefront of technology and made the world a little safer. We recognize that the world is changing, that it is becoming more connected than ever before, making things change faster than before, and reshaping society in the process. We all want to understand this changing world and leave it better for our work.


We're not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe!

 
EOE Statement STR is fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at appassist@stresearch.com and provide your name, phone number and email address.

US Citizenship is required for all positions.
 

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