• Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

    Applied Research Associates, Inc. (Raleigh, NC)


    Description

    Applied Research Associates (ARA), Inc. has an immediate need for an experienced Junior Systems Analyst/Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) for the Integrated Missions System Sector in Raleigh, NC. The ISSO will support the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to ensure the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for multiple information system and secure networks. The ISSO will certify the Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements are implemented, functional, and kept up to date according to System Security Plans, the DAAPM/NISPOM, and applicable NIST Publications. In this position, the ISSO will build, configure and maintain systems that adhere to a collective of different government regulations.

    What you’ll do as a Junior Systems Analyst/ISSO:

    + Generate and maintain required IS security documentation including Systems Security Plans (SSP), Information Assurance Standard Operating Procedures (IA SOP), Continuous Monitoring Plans, Security Control Traceability Matrices, Risk Assessments, Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M), equipment specifications, practices and procedures.

    + Assist in ensuring compliance with the DCSA Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM), Department of Defense (DoD) regulations, Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).

    + Develop and conduct test procedures for verification Assessment and Authorization (A&A), Risk Management Framework (RMF) safeguards to meet customer requirements based upon NISPOM, DAAPM and related NIST publications.

    + Assess changes to an IS by performing periodic self-inspections, tests and reviews of the IS program to ensure that systems are operating as authorized/accredited and that conditions have not changed; ensure corrective actions are taken for identified findings and vulnerabilities.

    + Maintain a working knowledge of IS functions, security policies, technical security safeguards, and operational security measures. Coordinate with Facility Security Officer (FSO) and Program Security Officers (PSO) to define, implement and maintain information security policies, strategies, and procedures.

    Junior Systems Analyst/ISSO Requirements:

    + U.S. citizenship is required and an active Secret security clearance.

    + High School Diploma and equivalent professional experience (at least 6 years) will be considered for talented candidates without a degree or Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field with 0-2 years of relevant experience.

    + Possess a DoD 8570 IAM-I level professional certification (i.e. Security +) or can obtain the certification within six (6) months of hire.

    + Have a strong understanding of computer operating systems (Windows and Linux), software, and computer hardware.

    + 1 year of experience performing vulnerability assessments.

    Junior Systems Analyst/ISSO Preferences:

    + Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility.

    + Experience conducting STIG/SCAP compliance scans (SCC).

    + Experience working on Government approved secure systems.

    + Proficient in IA Security specifications such as Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST SP 800-53, DAAPM.

     

    Who is ARA?

     

    Do you want to work for a purpose? Applied Research Associates, Inc. (aka ARA) is an employee-owned international research and engineering company. We have been providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences since 1979. ARA has over 2,353 employee owners and continues to grow rapidly. Together, our offices throughout the U.S. and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense, civil, and health technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement.

     

    ARA also prides itself, on having a challenging culture where innovation & experimentation are the norm. The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience. Employee ownership ensures you have a voice with what happens in the company.

     

    To find out more about what the Integrated Mission Systems Sector has to offer, visit our website at: https://www.ara.com/benefits/

    Qualifications

    Education

    Preferred

    + Bachelors or better in Computer Science

     

    Licenses & Certifications

    Preferred

    + Comp TIA Security **Experience**

    Required

    + 6-8 years: Relevant Work Experience

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

     

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