Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) III

Responsibilities for this Position

Location: USA AZ Tucson
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ213001

Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
Cyber and IT Risk Management

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Security Operations, System Security
Certifications:
None
Experience:
5 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

Senior Information Security Analyst (level III)

Transform technology into opportunity as an Senior Information Security Analyst III with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you'll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As an Senior Information Security Analyst III you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Senior Information Security Analyst joining our team to help keep networks/systems secure and safe.

Roles and responsibilities:

• Performs all procedures necessary to ensure the safety of information systems assets and to protect systems from intentional or inadvertent access or destruction
• The ISSO is responsible for ensuring the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for an information system and as such, works in close collaboration with the ISSM and ISO.
• The person chosen shall have the detailed knowledge and expertise required to manage the security aspects of an information system and, as in many organizations, is assigned responsibility for the day-to-day security operations of a system.
• This also will include physical and environmental protection, personnel security, incident handling, and security training and awareness. It will be required to work in close coordination with the ISSM and ISO in monitoring the information system(s) and its environment of operation to include developing and updating the authorization documentation, implementing configuration management across authorization boundaries.
• This will include assessing the security impact of those changes and making recommendation to the ISSM.
• The primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoW) agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of War (OSW) and Military Compartments efforts.
• The position will provide "day-to-day" support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

Performance shall include:

• Assist the ISSM in meeting their duties and responsibilities
• Prepare, review, and update authorization packages
• Ensure approved procedures are in place for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying various types of hardware and media
• Notify ISSM when changes occur that might affect the authorization determination of the information system(s)
• Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with the security authorization package
• Coordinate any changes or modifications to hardware, software, or firmware of a system with the ISSM and AO/DAO prior to the change
• Monitor system recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly restored and functioning correctly
• Ensure all IS security-related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals
• Ensure audit records are collected, reviewed, and documented (to include any anomalies)
• Attend required technical and security training (e.g., operating system, networking, security management) relative to assigned duties
• Execute the cyber security portion of the self-inspection, to include provide security coordination and review of all system assessment plans
• Identify cyber security vulnerabilities and assist with the implementation of the countermeasures for them
• Prepare reports on the status of security safeguards applied to computer systems
• Perform ISSO duties in support of in-house and external customers
• Conduct security impact analysis activities and provide to the ISSM on all configuration management changes to the authorization boundaries.

Experience:

• 5-7 years related experience, especially in developing RMF packages or bodies of evidence; prior performance in roles such as System/Network Administrator or ISSO is preferable.
• Must have two plus years of SAP experience.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree OR Associate's degree in a related area + 2 years' experience OR equivalent experience (4 years).

Certifications:

IAT Level II - required to Start (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, etc.)

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Active/Current TS/SCI with previous read-on a SAP program for period 2+ years.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays.
• Enhanced PTO (individuals on this program will receive an additional week of PTO while on this program).
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Opportunity for advancement and bonus monies

#AirforceSAPOpportunities

The likely salary range for this position is $86,834 - $117,479. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
10-25%

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA AZ Tucson

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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Senior Information Security Analyst (level III)

Transform technology into opportunity as an Senior Information Security Analyst III with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you'll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As an Senior Information Security Analyst III you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Senior Information Security Analyst joining our team to help keep networks/systems secure and safe.

Roles and responsibilities:

• Performs all procedures necessary to ensure the safety of information systems assets and to protect systems from intentional or inadvertent access or destruction
• The ISSO is responsible for ensuring the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for an information system and as such, works in close collaboration with the ISSM and ISO.
• The person chosen shall have the detailed knowledge and expertise required to manage the security aspects of an information system and, as in many organizations, is assigned responsibility for the day-to-day security operations of a system.
• This also will include physical and environmental protection, personnel security, incident handling, and security training and awareness. It will be required to work in close coordination with the ISSM and ISO in monitoring the information system(s) and its environment of operation to include developing and updating the authorization documentation, implementing configuration management across authorization boundaries.
• This will include assessing the security impact of those changes and making recommendation to the ISSM.
• The primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoW) agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of War (OSW) and Military Compartments efforts.
• The position will provide "day-to-day" support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

Performance shall include:

• Assist the ISSM in meeting their duties and responsibilities
• Prepare, review, and update authorization packages
• Ensure approved procedures are in place for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying various types of hardware and media
• Notify ISSM when changes occur that might affect the authorization determination of the information system(s)
• Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to ensure compliance with the security authorization package
• Coordinate any changes or modifications to hardware, software, or firmware of a system with the ISSM and AO/DAO prior to the change
• Monitor system recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly restored and functioning correctly
• Ensure all IS security-related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals
• Ensure audit records are collected, reviewed, and documented (to include any anomalies)
• Attend required technical and security training (e.g., operating system, networking, security management) relative to assigned duties
• Execute the cyber security portion of the self-inspection, to include provide security coordination and review of all system assessment plans
• Identify cyber security vulnerabilities and assist with the implementation of the countermeasures for them
• Prepare reports on the status of security safeguards applied to computer systems
• Perform ISSO duties in support of in-house and external customers
• Conduct security impact analysis activities and provide to the ISSM on all configuration management changes to the authorization boundaries.

Experience:

• 5-7 years related experience, especially in developing RMF packages or bodies of evidence; prior performance in roles such as System/Network Administrator or ISSO is preferable.
• Must have two plus years of SAP experience.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree OR Associate's degree in a related area + 2 years' experience OR equivalent experience (4 years).

Certifications:



IAT Level II - required to Start (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, etc.)



SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Active/Current TS/SCI with previous read-on a SAP program for period 2+ years.




GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays.
• Enhanced PTO (individuals on this program will receive an additional week of PTO while on this program).
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Opportunity for advancement and bonus monies