Information System Security Officer (ISSO)
Job Summary
McBride Consulting has an exciting opportunity for a Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support the Aerospace Dominance Enabler Division (AFLCMC/C3BM)at Hill AFB in Ogden Utah.
This role supports the protection accreditation and ongoing security posture of Air Force information this role you will work closely with the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to ensure systems meet all DoD and Air Force cybersecurity requirements align with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and maintain the confidentiality integrity and availability of critical networks and data.
You will conduct risk assessments support accreditation activities evaluate system security controls and help enforce policies configurations and user access standards. Additional responsibilities include monitoring for vulnerabilities assisting with incident response actions maintaining compliance artifacts and supporting secure system design efforts.
This position requires strong attention to detail a commitment to cybersecurity excellence and the ability to collaborate across technical and leadership teams.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Ensure all systems and applications meet DoD and Air Force cybersecurity requirements as directed by the Information System Security Manager (ISSM).
- Protect the confidentiality integrity and availability of systems networks and data by developing implementing and maintaining cybersecurity programs policies procedures and security tools.
- Support all Risk Management Framework (RMF) authorization and accreditation activities including configuration artifact creation documentation and compliance reviews.
- Assist the ISSM in performing risk and vulnerability assessments on planned and operational information systems identifying security gaps and recommending mitigation actions.
- Conduct security evaluations audits and reviews; support development of system contingency and disaster recovery plans; and promote user compliance with cybersecurity policies and training requirements.
- Participate in system and network design efforts to ensure appropriate security controls and RMF activities are incorporated from the start.
- Assist in the collection analysis and preservation of digital evidence related to cybersecurity incidents or policy violations.
- Maintain the operational security posture of assigned IT systems monitor situational awareness and implement actions to improve or restore cybersecurity resilience.
- Enforce Air Force cybersecurity policies procedures configuration guidelines (e.g. STIGs/SRGs) and change management processes.
- Maintain and audit authorized user access documentation and ensure users meet clearance needtoknow and annual training requirements.
- Report security incidents or vulnerabilities to the ISSM and support implementation of corrective or protective measures.
- Initiate and track exceptions deviations or waivers to cybersecurity requirements as needed.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Must be a U.S Citizen
Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain an Active Secret Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
Education: Bachelors or Masters Degree in a related field and at least 3 years of experience discipline being performed 3 of which must be in the DoD OR
- 7 years of directly related experience 5 of which must be in the DoD.
- 7 years of directly related experience 5 of which must be in the DoD.
Certifications: IAT Level II (Security GSEC CCNA-Security Certified Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent certification)
- Must maintain required cybersecurity certifications in accordance with AFMAN 171303.
Technical Skills
- Experience supporting Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities and cybersecurity compliance
- Experience using eMASS for authorization packages artifact management and accreditation support
- Vulnerability assessment and risk mitigation analysis
- STIG/SRG implementation and configuration management
- Security audits assessments and incident response support
- Information system security and operational security posture management
- Secure system and network design support in DoD environments
Interpersonal Skills:
- Ability to develop innovative approaches to complex test problems
- Strong attention to quality adequacy and completeness of test results and conclusions
- Ability to deliver thorough timely and efficient task execution
- Ability to provide clear analysis and recommendations to program test leadership
Location: Hill AFB UT (onsite)
Travel: Travel may be required at the customers discretion
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Required Skills:
Contributing to the product and platform vision as well as defining the strategy within the broader scope of long-term organizational needs Full-stack development using an object-oriented language with frameworks like Spring Spring Boot and React Design and implementation of APIs Performance optimization and scalability principles within an enterprise-class software system implementing DevOps practices including CI/CD SQL and NoSQL databases with the ability to design performant and reliable data persistence solutions Automation frameworks and tools for managing complex workflows Demonstrated success in leading agile software teams Must have excellent analytical abilities and problem-solving skills Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills
Required Education:
Preferred QualificationsEducation: BS Degree