Information Systems Security Officer

Description

Job Description:

The Dynetics (LInC) Group at Leidos currently has an opening for an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to work in our Arlington office. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience assisting contract(s) mission, as well as acting as secondary support for minor physical security tasking at the facility. This position will support program(s) and project(s) housed at that location. The ISSO will establish and document standard security procedures in accordance with the NIST RMF and DAAPM requirements. The ISSO will coordinate with business area managers /professional staff on system security compliance. The ISSO will be responsible for maintaining RMF Information System ATOs. They will conduct periodic reviews to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures. This will include, but not be limited to ensuring that all software, hardware and firmware changes recorded as required by established configuration management procedures. The ISSO will ensure implementation of security features for the detection of malicious code, viruses, and intruders (hackers), as appropriate. Ensure systems are operated, maintained and disposed of in accordance with applicable governing policies and procedures. Assist in performing IS security briefings to authorized individuals prior to those users gaining access classified information systems. Report all security incidents to the ISSM and FSO, and be required to investigate, document and report, as well as provide protective and corrective measures in response to such incidents. In addition, the ISSO will also handle minor physical security tasking for onsite personnel, such as badge accesses, alarm response, and other duties as assigned.

Primary Responsibilities

• Ensure system support needs are met for certification & accreditation, system implementation, operation & maintenance, and IA compliance.
• Engineer, implement, and enforce technical and administrative security measures and processes to ensure all system achieve and maintain government compliance with directives outline in the JSIG, DAAPM, ICD 503, DODIIS, and NISPOM.
• Responsible for maintaining System Security Plans (SSP) and all documentation associated with Federal Information System Management Act
• Assist with providing security solutions to optimize performance and ensure security measures are optimized.
• Create, monitor, and update EMASS packages for DCSA programs and ensure compliance with the DAAPM.
• Support the Information Systems accreditation and authorization process as needed.
• Responsible for implementing and maintaining security policies and procedures
• Responsible for ensuring proper protection or corrective measures have been taken when an incident or vulnerability has been discovered.
• Responsible for responding to security incidents and for investigating and reporting security violations and incidents, as appropriate.
• Assist with maintaining the information security education program, including leading training as required.
• Ability to work as a team.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 12 – 15 years related experience in Information Systems, Computer Science or related field. Additional relevant experience, training, and / or certification may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Strong experience with Information Security, supporting processes and procedures.
• Candidates must have an active Secret clearance.
• Candidates must be able to obtain IAM Level III certification within 6 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Highly desired are security certifications including a CISSP or CISM.
• Additional desired certifications include CCNA, CCSP, MCSE, and/or SANS GIAC.
• Experience with Windows and Linux.
• Has an active Top Secret clearance.

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500® technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company’s 46,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $14.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2022.  For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

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Commitment to Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.