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Overview: Seeking experienced Information System Security Officer (ISSO) with experience in broad range of Cyber and Information Assurance areas. The ISSO will be responsible for all Cyber/IA functions for the Squadron and will act as a liaison between the squadron and the 844th CG Cyber team for all Cyber/IA activities.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the Government Information System Security Manager (ISSM) the ISSO specific responsibilities will include:

o   Establish and implement security procedures and practices in support of Customer goals and current DoD regulations.

o   Develop and update assessment and authorization documentation (Body of Evidence) for management and continuous monitoring of information systems.

o   Use knowledge of the Information System (IS) and demonstrate understanding of established Information Assurance requirements validate security policies and procedures outlined in the System Security Plan (SSP), customer policies & regulations, and ensure local policies are followed.

o   Serve as the lead ISSO and work hand in hand with the 844th Command Group Cybersecurity team on all Cybersecurity related activities.

o   Ensure all systems are properly configured using the DISA STIGs

o   Ensure all systems are properly patched using ACAS

o   Take corrective action to resolve problems identified and ensure systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with established policies and procedures.

o   Make decisions and implement corrective action as required to resolve audit discrepancies. 

o   Author and review IS security-related documentation and submit to eMASS.

o   Conduct ongoing security reviews and tests of systems to verify security features and controls are functional and effective. Take corrective action to resolve identified vulnerabilities.

o   Provide security engineering review of proposed changes or additions to the IS (including hardware, software, or connectivity), and advise the ISSM of the security relevance.

o   Create and maintain processes and procedures for use by members of the ISSO team.

o   Support the ISSO Team Lead in conducting lessons learned activities to improve the overall productivity and efficiency of the ISSO team.

Shift Hours: Day-Shift; core support hours are 0600 -1800.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Information Systems, or related discipline and 8+ years of direct experience; or Master’s degree and 6+ years of experience. Additional relevant/specialized training and experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• Possess a current DoD 8570 compliant certification for IAT Level II, e.g. Security + w/CE prior to start.
• Must hold active DoD Secret clearance or higher.
• Experience with DoD implementation of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and governing directives (NIST, CNSS, etc.)
• Possess and demonstrate superb customer service skills and the ability to work independently, prioritize, schedule, and complete multiple tasks along with extensive knowledge and experience in specialized area of expertise, especially as it relates to the Department of Defense (DoD).
• Hands-on experience conducting vulnerability assessment and analysis utilizing SCAP, ACAS/NESSUS and DISA STIGs
• Experience with JFHQ-DODIN TASKORDs and IAVMs
• Strong written communication skills to coordinate issues and concerns with team
• Experience with Command Cyber Readiness Inspection (CCRI) scoring
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively independently as well as within a team environment.
• Expert in evaluating security controls and compliance on a variety of hardware and software systems