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ASEC · 3 hours ago

Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

ASEC is a company dedicated to providing innovative solutions in engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. They are seeking an Information System Security Officer to support a high-visibility DoD program by shaping and enforcing information system security policies and conducting vulnerability assessments.

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Responsibilities

Proposing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information system security policies, standards and methodologies
Conducting vulnerability assessments using automated benchmarks and tools such as Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker
Implementing operating systems and network devices security configuration in accordance with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) approved Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
Performing security control continuous monitoring, reviewing system security plans and associated artifacts, security audits, risk analysis and developing mitigation strategies for DoD information systems
Identifying Common Criteria and National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP) certified technologies and the DISA Approved Products List (APL)
Preparing certification letters and Memoranda of Agreement (MoA) with system owners for interface and networking implementations
Providing guidance of cross-functional cybersecurity efforts ensuring alignment with organizational and program goals and milestones
Collaborating on documentation for Information System Authority to Operate (ATO) decisions, including SSPs, SOPs, POA&Ms, and Knowledge Articles
Conducting comprehensive risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify and mitigate potential threats to satellite communication infrastructures
Position may require flexibility in working hours

Qualification

IAM-II certificationInformation Assurance/CybersecurityRisk Management FrameworkVulnerability assessmentsSecurity controls implementationAnalytical thinkingProactive work styleEffective communicationOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, Engineering, or a related, technical area of study preferred. Without a bachelor's degree, 10 years of experience as an ISSO will be required
Candidates must hold a current IAM-II certification (i.e CompTIA CASP+ CE, CISM, CISSP) as defined by DoD 8570.01-M
This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Top Secret clearance

Preferred

Information Assurance/Cybersecurity (IA/CS)
Risk Management Framework (RMF) DODI 8510.01
Security controls and implementation delineated in Committee of National Security Systems Instruction (CNSSI) 1253 and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-53, and the Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG)
Performing vulnerability assessments using Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG), the Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker, incorporating automated benchmarks
Implementing operating systems and network devices security configuration in accordance with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) approved Security Technical Implementation Guides
Performing security control continuous monitoring, security audits, risk analysis and developing mitigation strategies for DoD information systems
Identifying Common Criteria and National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP) certified technologies and the DISA Approved Products List (APL)
Knowledge of the Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705, DoD 5205.07, and DOD 5205.07-M Volumes 1-4, Special Access Program (SAP) Policy, and the Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG)
Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners
Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills
Proactive, self-directed work style with the ability to operate independently
Analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities
Highly organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package, including 11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, HSA/FSA options, disability insurance, and more!
401(k) with company match
Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education
Veteran-friendly employer
Thriving employee culture

Company

ASEC

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ASEC is an award-winning, 100% employee-owned business specializing in engineering, IT, training, and logistics, ensuring mission success through specialized expertise and cost-effective solutions.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Kristi Rote
Chief Financial Officer
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Jared Victory
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