Overview
On Site
USD 65.00 - 90.00 per hour
Full Time
Skills
Authorization
System Administration
Software Development
Systems Engineering
Information System Security
Customer Service
Documentation
Cyber Security
Regulatory Compliance
Vulnerability Scanning
Nessus
SCAP
Multitasking
Organizational Skills
Cloud Computing
Amazon Web Services
NIST SP 800 Series
STIG
ICD
DIACAP
Security Clearance
DoD
CISSP
Security+
Risk Management Framework
RMF
eMASS
XACTA
Management
Taxes
Life Insurance
Collaboration
Partnership
Law
Job Details
**MUST HAVE TOP SECRET CLEARANCE WITH SCI ELIGIBILITY
This position requires an active DoD Clearance (Secret, Top Secret, Top Secret/SCI) or the ability to be obtain an (Interim Secret, Interim Top Secret)
Because an active or interim DoD clearance is required, U.S. Citizenship is required
Description
Our team members are subject matter experts in both cybersecurity and US Government policy. We're excited about generating creative solutions to ambiguous security requirements. Our mission is deploying software in support of our customers' most critical needs as quickly as possible while upholding the government's trust. We achieve this through close consultation with stakeholders and direct ownership of the Authorization to Operate (ATO) process.
We're seeking dedicated and motivated individuals with Systems Administration, Software Development, or Systems Engineering backgrounds to join our team as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO). You will collaborate with other engineers to ensure security policies and settings are in place, build standardized security documentation, and generate evidence of compliance once settings have been applied.
Core Responsibilities
Achieve ATOs for software across multiple government customers with minimal oversight.
Partner with engineers to analyze software, interpret security requirements, and plan effective control implementations.
Provide outstanding customer service, policy expertise, and high-quality documentation.
Serve as the primary in-person point of contact for one or more U.S. Government customers on cybersecurity and compliance requirements and questions.
Independently interpret the findings of vulnerability scanning utilities such as ACAS (Tenable Nessus) and SCAP (STIG benchmark) and manage a Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) for remediation of findings.
What We Value
Proficiency in interpreting and communicating government policy to a diverse audience.
Ability to multitask under pressure, using time management and organizational skills.
Specific experience working in both traditional on premises environments and cloud environments such as Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Experience accrediting IT systems against U.S. Government standards including NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and the DISA STIGs, using frameworks like DOD RMF, ICD 503, or DIACAP.
Initiative in proactively identifying problems before they arise and creativity in proposing solutions.
What We Require
Active U.S. DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
Active DOD 8140 or 8570 Certification (e.g. CISSP or Security+).
Active IAT II certification.
Minimum 2 years experience directly supporting a customer's ATO/RMF process.
Proven experience using the eMASS or XACTA accreditation management software systems.
Be at customer site 5 days per week.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $90.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fort Belvoir,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2025.
About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
This position requires an active DoD Clearance (Secret, Top Secret, Top Secret/SCI) or the ability to be obtain an (Interim Secret, Interim Top Secret)
Because an active or interim DoD clearance is required, U.S. Citizenship is required
Description
Our team members are subject matter experts in both cybersecurity and US Government policy. We're excited about generating creative solutions to ambiguous security requirements. Our mission is deploying software in support of our customers' most critical needs as quickly as possible while upholding the government's trust. We achieve this through close consultation with stakeholders and direct ownership of the Authorization to Operate (ATO) process.
We're seeking dedicated and motivated individuals with Systems Administration, Software Development, or Systems Engineering backgrounds to join our team as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO). You will collaborate with other engineers to ensure security policies and settings are in place, build standardized security documentation, and generate evidence of compliance once settings have been applied.
Core Responsibilities
Achieve ATOs for software across multiple government customers with minimal oversight.
Partner with engineers to analyze software, interpret security requirements, and plan effective control implementations.
Provide outstanding customer service, policy expertise, and high-quality documentation.
Serve as the primary in-person point of contact for one or more U.S. Government customers on cybersecurity and compliance requirements and questions.
Independently interpret the findings of vulnerability scanning utilities such as ACAS (Tenable Nessus) and SCAP (STIG benchmark) and manage a Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) for remediation of findings.
What We Value
Proficiency in interpreting and communicating government policy to a diverse audience.
Ability to multitask under pressure, using time management and organizational skills.
Specific experience working in both traditional on premises environments and cloud environments such as Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Experience accrediting IT systems against U.S. Government standards including NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and the DISA STIGs, using frameworks like DOD RMF, ICD 503, or DIACAP.
Initiative in proactively identifying problems before they arise and creativity in proposing solutions.
What We Require
Active U.S. DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
Active DOD 8140 or 8570 Certification (e.g. CISSP or Security+).
Active IAT II certification.
Minimum 2 years experience directly supporting a customer's ATO/RMF process.
Proven experience using the eMASS or XACTA accreditation management software systems.
Be at customer site 5 days per week.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $90.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fort Belvoir,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2025.
About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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