Information System Security Officer

Posted:
6/10/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Maryland, United States

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
IT & Security

Information System Security Officer

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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CACI is seeking an experienced ISSO who will be responsible for security architecture and systems engineering supporting projects (primarily MFAMS, TITUS and JBlocks). The ISSO will provide guidance to the team in order to get the system accredited (IATT and ATO).  

What You’ll Get to Do:

  • Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs).

  • Work with ISSM and DAOs to ensure systems obtain and maintain accreditation.

  • Apply continuous monitoring techniques to evaluate the systems security posture

  • Create tasking for developers and system administrators as changes and patching are required.

  • Ensure security policies, practices, and procedures are implemented.

  • Track Plans of Actions and Milestones (POA&M)

  • Review Audit Logs

  • Perform Data transfers.

Required Qualifications:

  • TS/SCI Clearance with polygraph

  • Bachelor’s Degree or higher in computer engineering or in a field related to the computer engineering or computer science disciplines

  • Ten (10) years of experience as an ISSO on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.

  • An additional 4+ years of ISSO experience may be substituted for the degree for a total of 14 years

  • Experience is to include at least two (2) of the following areas:

    • Knowledge of current security tools

    • Hardware/software security implementation

    • Communication protocols

    • Encryption techniques/tools.

  • CWIP certification (CAP, CND, Cloud+, GSLC, Security+ CE, HCISPP)

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience with:

    • The ICD 503/NIST 800-53 certification and accreditation process

    • The Risk Management Framework

    • Developing and maintaining SSPs

    • IAVA review and handling

    • Interpreting Security Scan results

    • Interfacing with System Administrators and Software Engineers

    • Task tracking systems (e.g. Jira, Redmine, ServiceNow)

  • Understands:

    • Public Key Infrastructure-based authentication

    • A variety of security policies, especially within the IC

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

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$109,800 - $241,600