Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) Skill Level 1 (Government)
Core
Support information assurance programs and ensure the security posture of mission-critical classified information systems.
Role type
Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
Builds
Security authorization activities and compliance for government systems
Domain
US Federal Government / Cybersecurity
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
RMF lifecycle execution, security policy implementation, configuration management, security documentation development, user authentication administration, security control assessment
Preferred skills
Experience with HPC environments, knowledge of encryption techniques, coordination with system owners
Technologies
RMF toolsets (LATTEART, XACTA, BISCOTTI, WATCHCAT, STE), SCAP-based scanning tools, Linux
Responsibilities
Support senior ISSOs in implementing security policies and standards; maintain operational security posture of classified systems; develop system security policy and ensure compliance; evaluate security solutions for classified processing; administer user identification and authentication; provide configuration management for security-relevant software and hardware; develop and maintain RMF/IA documentation (SSP, POA&M, SAR, etc.)
Seniority
Mid-Senior level (5 years experience required)