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Information Systems Security Officer- ISSO

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Public Trust

Employee Type: Regular

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What You’ll Get to Do

CACI is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) as part of our DHS’ Security team and plays a Cybersecurity operational compliance role. The position is responsible for performing as a named ISSO for a Government Systems and assisting other ISSOs with end-to-end Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) functions that entails security control implementation, continuous monitoring, and federal Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities.

More About the Role

• Works closely under the supervision of Cybersecurity Manager and with other security personnel within our DHS operations to ensure operational security measures are implemented.

• Assesses and mitigates system security risks; determines and analyzes security requirements for implementation and testing.

• Reviews and continuously monitors implemented security controls.

• Creates and maintains security checklists, templates, and other tools to aid in the A&A process.

• Performs security control assessment using Agency guidelines/NIST guidance and as per continuous monitoring requirements.

• Performs risk analyses to determine and recommends essential safeguards.

• Proactively mitigates system vulnerabilities and recommends compensating controls.

• Prepares security authorization packages in accordance with the client contractual requirements.

• Develops core documents such as System Security Plan, Contingency Plan, Incident Response Plan, Standard Operating Procedures, Plan of Actions and Milestones, Remediation Plans, Configuration Management Plan, etc.

• Maintains client-specific Plan of Action and Milestones and supports remediation activities.

• Maintains an inventory of hardware and software for the information system.

• Develops, tests and trains on Contingency and Incident Response planning. • Experience working with the National Institute of Standards National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) requirements and reporting.

• Experience in managing security Certification and Accreditation activities utilizing common control frameworks.

• Experience with risk mitigation and selecting or designing appropriate security controls for implementation.

• Experience applying cloud security concepts, requirements, design development, implementation, and integration for existing and new technology product offerings.

• Experience with overseeing compliance programs in Microsoft Azure, Amazon AWS, PCI DSS, and FedRamp cloud environments

• Experience in coordinating, monitoring and tracking security activities across multiple organizations.

• Experience in managing security posture of cloud environment, and working with engineering teams to remediate, and communicating overall risk of environment while identifying areas of improvement.

• Demonstrated understanding and experience with DevSecOps

You’ll Bring These Qualifications

• Must be a US Citizen

• Must be able to be pass US Government Clearance processes – DHS Public Trust with EOD and Secret or higher

• 5+ years of experience as a NAMED ISSO for a Govt System(s); preferably within the DHS/DHS Components

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in computer science, Computer Studies, Information Security (or equivalent combination of education and experience) • Knowledge of the security countermeasures and overall RMF and NIST compliance guidelines

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to work effectively in diverse, multi-national and virtual environments

• Self-motivated and tenacious

• Demonstrate sound judgment and integrity

• Ability to influence OCISO Delivery system stakeholders in the execution of security and compliance requirements

• Certifications Required: CISSP or CISM; At least one Cloud Security Certification: AWS Security Professional; CCSP; MS Azure Security Certification; CCSK

These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have

• Other preferred: CISA, CRISC, GSEC, ComTIA Sec+ Experience of working with Federal Information Processing (FIPS), FISMA, FedRAMP and Other Cyber Security related laws, regulations and directives

• Experience of presenting at client meetings

• Experience of translating contractual security requirements to deliverables Knowledge of Federal Government Security, industry and market trends and CS&PSS business and offerings

• Understands federal security and regulations.

• Understands DHS’ Security Policy and has in-depth knowledge of DHS’ Security Policy 4300a

What We Can Offer You:

• We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.

• Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.

• We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.

• We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.

• For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

Company Overview:

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits)

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$82,100-$172,400