ISSO (Information System Security Officer)
Innovative Defense Technologies

Job Info

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Description

Background:
Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), provider of automated software testing, data analysis, and cybersecurity solutions for complex, mission-critical systems in the US Department of Defense (DOD), is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support its Arlington, VA office.

Overview:
The ISSO will help configure and support the Information System (IS) needs of the IDT office and its VMware Enterprise-equipped classified lab.

All applicants must be U.S. citizens and possess an active DOD security clearance.

Responsibilities Include:

• Work with the ISSM and Facility Security Officer (FSO) to ensure the highest level of security
• Assist in maintaining the Information Systems (IS) security program and policies for assigned area of responsibility
• Assist in the oversight of operational IS security implementation policy and guidelines
• Assist with periodic testing to evaluate the security posture of the IS
• Assist in ensuring approved procedures are used for sanitizing and releasing system components and media
• Assist with the development and implementation of an effective IS security education, training, and awareness program
• Maintain a working knowledge of system functions, security policies, technical security safeguards, and operational security measures
• Help to ensure user activity monitoring data is analyzed, stored, and protected in accordance with the ITPSO policies and procedures
• Assist with Data Transfer responsibilities in the IDT lab and in nearby US Government sites
• Inventory and organize resources for contracts
• Ensure contract documents and filing is maintained; ensure confidentiality and compliance of data
• Assist in contract asset management (receiving, tagging)
• Assist with maintenance of contract equipment
• Other duties as assigned

Network Systems Administrator/Engineering responsibilities include:

• Implement user additions, deletions, and changes in Microsoft Active Directory on the IDT high-side
• Assist with Microsoft Active Directory design and testing on the IDT high-side
• Assist with the monthly Operating System upgrades on the IDT high-side
• Assist with VMware ESXi and VMware Horizon maintenance and upgrades on the IDT high-side
• Assist with the monthly patching and virus definition updating on the IDT high-side (may require off-hours or weekend time to be rotated between the team members)
• Assist in the testing and installation of applications on the IDT high-side (usually done during the monthly patch cycle)
• Assist with the hardening of Red Hat Linux and Microsoft OS Systems to ensure they meet DSS and/or DISA standards as needed
• Assist in preparation for annual DSS inspections
• Assist with, and/or perform, break/fix resolutions when needed
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• An Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent
• 3 years' experience, preferably in a security position

Required Skills:

• Trained and possess technical competence commensurate with the complexity of the IS; must complete additional training identified in the "ISSO Required Training" within one year of appointment
• VMware VSphere, VMware View
• Linux (Red Hat), Windows Server
• Active Directory, networking, system functions, security policies, technical security safeguards, and operational security measures
• National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) requirements-and the ability to work with the ISSM to implement and maintain systems per NISPOM standards
• Up to 15% travel

Preferred Skills:

• COMSEC (Communications Security) experience and training
• Knowledge of eMass

Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail with high level of accuracy and confidentiality
• Initiative, reliability, teamwork and customer service orientation

EEO Statement:
IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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