Information Systems Security Offer (ISSO)

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The Leidos Defense group has an opening for a highly motivated individual. The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) position at MacDill AFB FL supports the Global Solutions ManagementOperations II (GSMO II) Joint Communications Support Element (JCSE). The JCSE team provides enroute early entry scalable C4 support to Regional Combatant Commands Special Operations Command and other agencies. In this role you will be responsible for ensuring that the systems security meets all DoD/JCSE requirements and design facilitating system assessments documentation and providing handson security assessment support. Key elements of this position include: Perform cybersecurity assessments and assist with evaluation and hardening of complex IT systems; and helping JCSE comply with Risk Management Framework (RMF) cybersecurity requirements.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop Security plan of action and milestones (POA&M) for all open security findings identified on the endtoend enterprise infrastructure (Data Center SATCOM Gateway and deployed kits).

• Develop staff and maintain securityrelated statutory/regulatory documentation as required by DoDI 8510 including but not limited to: Cybersecurity Strategy (CS) and Program Protection Plan (PPP).

• Conduct weekly meetings to track the security process status of the accreditation package and finding resolution on the enterprise infrastructure.

• Maintain documentation identifying what cybersecurity STIG checklist or control requirements apply for every component or software in the enterprise infrastructure (Data center SATCOM Gateway and deployed kits).

• Administration of IA scans with appropriate and approved tools (e.g. Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) etc.) of all items as directed. Scans shall be run using the most recent security definitions of each tool.

• Track all implementation information for assurance directed guidelines for all hardware as well as applicable software ensuring proper security for the JCSE Enterprise. Provide tracking and summary reports based on findings to leadership. Implementation actions include but are not limited to STIGs compliant patch implementation/management Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) compliance integration/ implementation of network or firewall approved devices and react appropriately to cyber threats.

• Support and perform DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) in accordance with CNSSI 1253 and NIST 80053 (all revisions) for IA controls; 8570/8140 for IA Workforce training and DCID 6/3 for protection of sensitive compartmented information. This also includes the updates required for the JCSE packages and all updated instructions which support the Assess and Authorize (A&A) process.

• Assist with developing and maintaining system policies and procedures for network security virus protection user accounts maintenance and utilization.

• Provide technical support and guidance to the cybersecurity team as part of maintaining the JCSE IA processes and procedures in support of computer network defense indepth protection for the JCSE enterprise infrastructure. Recommend network configuration policy training operational or other changes/updates based on assessed risks.

• Coordinate with internal and external organizations agencies and activities to support resolution of security issues accreditation and waiver requests that impact the ability to obtain connection approval.

• Provide system administrator (ex. Linux Windows Firewalls Intrusion Prevention/Detection Systems End Point Security) support installing operating maintaining troubleshooting administrating and cybersecurity hardening of operating systems on both the classified and unclassified systems (SIPR and NIPR).

• Maintain configuration documentation for the JCSE Enterprise to include network diagrams technical sensor/administrative & policy POCs and related information.

• Ensure proper protection of data in transit in accordance with DoD policy.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current DoD 8570 IAM Level I certification (Security/CE CAP CND Cloud GSLC etc.)

• Education: BS Degree and 2 years of prior relevant experience. Specific experience education and training may be considered in lieu of degree.

• Clearance: Top Secret

Intrigued... Theres more! Leidos understands that there are many factors that contribute to a career decision but pay and benefits are fundamental factors.

Compensation: Very competitive with a robust rewards and recognition program

Health and wellbeing: Comprehensive coverage with many programs (ex. HSA FSA Dental Vision 24/7 EAP) to ensure the wellbeing of you eligible family members and registered domestic partners.

Income Protection: Programs to help navigate life events: Companyprovided Term Basic Life Group Universal Life Optional Dependent Life Accidental Death and Dismemberment and Business travel accident

Leave: Leidos is committed to work life balance with competitive leave options.

Retirement: Leidos 401k plan with company match determined by fringe benefit package

Employee Stock Purchase plan: 10% discount for all enrollees

Family Benefits: Centerbased and in home backup childcare free access to Sittercity and Dependent (Daycare) Flexible Spending Accounts

The Leidos values are integrity inclusion innovation agility collaboration and commitment. Its under these values that we feel we are able to provide a safe work environment where we foster equality growth and creativity. If you feel Leidos is a fit you and can meet your needs please submit your application and join our team in our commitment to excellence.