Information System Security Officer

Everforth ECS is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to work onsite in our Arlington, VA and Fairfax, VA corporate offices.

Job Description

Everforth ECS Federal has an immediate opening for a mid-level Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to ensure that a Department of Defense (DoD) virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) environment remains secure and functional. Must have at least 3 to 5 years’ experience (pending education requirements) performing a variety of cyber security related tasks, including continuous monitoring, vulnerability remediation, and the development and implementation of standards and procedures. The ideal candidate will have a technical background; experience with heterogeneous environments; and the ability to interface with all levels from end-users to senior management.

Candidates must be able to take ownership of tasks and deadlines; work without supervision; commit to high-quality results; and provide common sense solutions. In addition, candidates should be adaptable, detail-oriented, and have well-developed written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Assist and lead various cybersecurity activities such as Assessment and Authorization (A&A), Configuration Management, Continuous Monitoring, and Incident Response.
• Assist with the Management and Sustainment of customer projects in the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) Toolset.
• Apply knowledge, tools, policy, and procedures to implement, monitor, and manage cybersecurity risk in production, test,and development environments.
• Utilize Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Electronic Security System (ESS) - formally Host-Based Security System (HBSS), and other tools to monitor, detect, and analyze vulnerabilities.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders concerning security compliance.
• Support and provide knowledge transfer to team members and clients.
• Other duties as needed.

*The job is located in Arlington VA, with occasional local trips to our Fairfax, VA location

Salary Range

$120,000-165,000

General Description of Benefits

• Must be a US Citizen
• Must have a Bachelor's Degree in a related field; four (4) years relevant experience in lieu of a degree
• 3+ years of Cybersecurity Experience
• Active DoD Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI
• Capable of understanding the system and its environment of operation
• Experience utilizing Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS), ACAS, ESS/HBSS, DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF), Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) Assessment and Authorization Guide (DAAG), Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) alerts, Secure Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), etc.
• Have an active Security+ (Plus) certification or equivalent certification that satisfies DoD 8140 requirements
• Able to obtain CISSP, CISM, CASP+ CE, CAP, GSLC, or CCISO