Job Description
Responsibilities for this Position
Location: USA FL Cape Canaveral
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ217996
Type of Requisition: Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph
Public Trust/Other Required: None
Job Family: Cyber and IT Risk Management
Job Qualifications: Skills: Information System Security, Information Technology (IT) Systems, Security Information
Certifications: None
Experience: 5 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required: Yes
Job Description: Advance your career while impacting our national security in cyber as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to provide Launch Security Operations Support (LSOS) for a government customer at GDIT. Here, technologists have many paths to grow a meaningful career supporting cyber missions and operations across the federal government.
MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT This position will serve as the primary day-to-day information systems security support to the government customer to ensure all security and Information Assurance requirements are in compliance to both achieve and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO). The ISSO provides oversight, guidance, and technical support on government customer mission systems by implementing common information system security practices, controls, policies and technologies in accordance with the customer's Risk Management Framework (RMF) process. Subject will interface with multiple government agencies within both the Department of War (DoW) and Intelligence Community (IC).
Key duties and/or responsibilities:
- Information Security interface to the government customer Designated Accrediting Authorities (DAO), System Control Assessor (SCA), Information System Owner (ISO) and to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), for Information Technology (IT)-Information Assurance (IA)- Information Management (IM) (IT-IA-IM) and Cyber Network Defense
- Coordinate/validate/oversee operational security posture for all assigned information systems
- Review and Validate ICD 503 Continuous Monitoring requirements within the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process
- Perform vulnerability/risk assessment analysis to support Authorization and Accreditation (A&A)
- Identify, develop, and recommend security measures to counter or mitigate system vulnerabilities and risk
- Support and track customer security authorization activities
- Conduct periodic reviews and evaluations of required IS policies and procedures
- Coordinate IA test and assessments
- Participates in special projects as required.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED Bring your cyber expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Information Systems Security Officer must have:
Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science or a related discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, professional training, or work experience.
Experience: 5+ years of related experience as ISSO/ISSM
Technical skills: Must have current Security+ CE certification or higher Information Assurance professional certification. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) desired.
- Knowledge and hands on experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) process
- Broad technical understanding of information technology systems, software, and networks
- In depth knowledge of network and information system security principles and test practices
- Previous experience controlling, labeling, virus scanning, and appropriately transferring data (upload/download) between information systems at varying classification levels
- Ability to build rapport with customer and contractors at all levels
- Have familiarity with applicable IC and DoD policies, procedures and operating instructions related to IT-IA-IM.
- Must have strong interpersonal skills/briefing skills; communicate with senior level leaders, internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations and independent decision making with minimal direct supervision while representing the security organization
- Must be a self-driven and results-oriented individual capable of effectively working multiple tasks concurrently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, with attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Expertise in Microsoft Office suite (MSWord, Excel, Power Point)
Security clearance level: TS/SCI with Polygraph
US citizenship required
Role requirements: onsite at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS). Ability to travel to support other locations
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore a career in cyber at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your focus on defending and protecting what matters.
The likely salary range for this position is $97,968 - $115,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Travel Required: 25-50%
Telecommuting Options: Onsite
Work Location: USA FL Cape Canaveral
Additional Work Locations: Total Rewards at GDIT: Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at
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Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
PI283701565
Advance your career while impacting our national security in cyber as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to provide Launch Security Operations Support (LSOS) for a government customer at GDIT. Here, technologists have many paths to grow a meaningful career supporting cyber missions and operations across the federal government.
MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT This position will serve as the primary day-to-day information systems security support to the government customer to ensure all security and Information Assurance requirements are in compliance to both achieve and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO). The ISSO provides oversight, guidance, and technical support on government customer mission systems by implementing common information system security practices, controls, policies and technologies in accordance with the customer's Risk Management Framework (RMF) process. Subject will interface with multiple government agencies within both the Department of War (DoW) and Intelligence Community (IC).
Key duties and/or responsibilities:
- Information Security interface to the government customer Designated Accrediting Authorities (DAO), System Control Assessor (SCA), Information System Owner (ISO) and to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), for Information Technology (IT)-Information Assurance (IA)- Information Management (IM) (IT-IA-IM) and Cyber Network Defense
- Coordinate/validate/oversee operational security posture for all assigned information systems
- Review and Validate ICD 503 Continuous Monitoring requirements within the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process
- Perform vulnerability/risk assessment analysis to support Authorization and Accreditation (A&A)
- Identify, develop, and recommend security measures to counter or mitigate system vulnerabilities and risk
- Support and track customer security authorization activities
- Conduct periodic reviews and evaluations of required IS policies and procedures
- Coordinate IA test and assessments
- Participates in special projects as required.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED Bring your cyber expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Information Systems Security Officer must have:
Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science or a related discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, professional training, or work experience.
Experience: 5+ years of related experience as ISSO/ISSM
Technical skills: Must have current Security+ CE certification or higher Information Assurance professional certification. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) desired.
- Knowledge and hands on experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) process
- Broad technical understanding of information technology systems, software, and networks
- In depth knowledge of network and information system security principles and test practices
- Previous experience controlling, labeling, virus scanning, and appropriately transferring data (upload/download) between information systems at varying classification levels
- Ability to build rapport with customer and contractors at all levels
- Have familiarity with applicable IC and DoD policies, procedures and operating instructions related to IT-IA-IM.
- Must have strong interpersonal skills/briefing skills; communicate with senior level leaders, internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations and independent decision making with minimal direct supervision while representing the security organization
- Must be a self-driven and results-oriented individual capable of effectively working multiple tasks concurrently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, with attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Expertise in Microsoft Office suite (MSWord, Excel, Power Point)
Security clearance level: TS/SCI with Polygraph
US citizenship required
Role requirements: onsite at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS). Ability to travel to support other locations
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore a career in cyber at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your focus on defending and protecting what matters.
The likely salary range for this position is $97,968 - $115,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Travel Required: 25-50%
Telecommuting Options: Onsite
Work Location: USA FL Cape Canaveral
Additional Work Locations: Total Rewards at GDIT: Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at
gdit.com/tc.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
PI283701565
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