Dark Wolf Solutions is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team. The ISSO will be responsible for providing information security oversight and guidance to a variety of IT systems and applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of risk management frameworks, such as NIST 800-53 and FedRAMP, and experience with security tools and technologies, such as Xacta. This position is located in Herndon, VA or Reston, VA and will be full-time on site.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain security plans and documentation for a variety of IT systems and applications.
- Conduct risk assessments and implement security controls to mitigate identified risks
- Monitor and analyze security events and incidents
- Provide security training and awareness to system users
- Work with system owners and developers to ensure that security requirements are met
- Maintain compliance with applicable laws and regulations, such as NIST 800-53 and FedRAMP
- Provide support for the development and implementation of new security technologies and processes
- Work with a team of security professionals to ensure the overall security of the organization's IT systems and applications
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
- 7+ years of experience as an ISSO or in a related security role
- Experience with risk management frameworks, such as NIST 800-53 and FedRAMP
- Experience with security tools and technologies, such as Xacta
- Strong understanding of security concepts, such as confidentiality, integrity, and availability
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with continuous monitoring
- Experience with Cloud Security
- Experience with risk management frameworks
- Experience with supporting high-level cyber operations
- Experience with analytics
- US Citizenship and active Top Secret clearance with polygraph
This position is located in Northern Virginia.
The estimated salary range for this position is $150,000.00 - $200,000.00, commensurate on CLEARANCE, technical skillset and overall experience.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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Dark Wolf Solutions provides DevSecOps agile software development, information operations, penetration testing and incident response, applied research and rapid prototyping, machine learning, and mission support and engineering services to the Intelligence Community, national security, and Fortune 500 customers. By combining the most innovative emerging technologies with deep federal domain expertise, Dark Wolf operates at the nexus of technical innovation and mission needs.
