Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) I

Transform technology into opportunity as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) I 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 ISSO I you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on an ISSO I joining our team to be 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 position shall have the detailed knowledge and expertise required to manage the security aspects of an information system

and, 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 (DoD) agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and Military

Compartments efforts. The position will provide day-to-day support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

HOW AN INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYST WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• 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

Other Requirements :

Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED :

Experience

• 1+ years of experience
• SAP experience desired
• Prior performance in roles such as System or Network Administrator

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (4 years)

Certification

IAT Level I or IAM Level I - within 6 months of hire

Security Clearance

• TS / SCI with the willingness to sit for CI polygraph
• Eligibility to access SAP information

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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

Rest and recharge with extra paid vacation and holidays