Information Systems Security Officer at DCS Corporation

As a highly motivated and experienced ISSO supporting the USRL at the 513 EWS, the ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of information security concepts and be responsible for the day-to-day security operations of 513th EWS information systems. (07v1).

Essential Job Functions:

Obtain Authorization to Operate (ATO) for networks. 

Collaborate with ISOs, ISSOs/ISSMs, and SCAs on various network security requirements and activities.

Develop and regularly update NIST RMF documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs) and Security Assessment Reports (SARs).

Document and Audit using complex security solutions used for continuous monitoring capabilities (e.g. HBSS, ACAS, SolarWinds).

Redesign IA processes and procedures to improve security and user satisfaction.

Train and monitor over 200 active users per network boundary.

Oversee the Assured File Transfer (AFT) of over 1,000 manual data transfers per year.

Collaborate with the primary and the Joint contractor Office in the development of the squadron.

Operate within Information Assurance Standard Operating Procedures (IASOP).

Ensure information systems users adhere to security policies and procedures.

Perform media control by properly logging, storing, transferring, and/or destroying items as they enter/leave facilities.

Ensure all users of information systems have the appropriate clearance, need-to-know, and proper training before granting access to the information system.

Notify appropriate personnel when changes to the operating environment result in security-relevant changes.

Monitor and ensure system restoration procedures are working properly; and execute the cyber security portion of the recovery procedures, if necessary.

Required Skills:

Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Associate's degree with 10 plus years of relevant experience. Comparable education/experience considered.

Active DoD Secret Level Security Clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret.

CompTIA Security+ CE certificate or equivalent IAM I certification.

5+ years of experience in Information Assurance/Information Security.

Desired Skills:

Strong understanding of security concepts and regulations (e.g. NIST, RMF, FISMA).

Experience with continuous monitoring tools (e.g. HBSS, ACAS, SolarWinds).

Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.

Ability to work well in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.