Information System Security Officer

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Job Description:

What you'll be Doing

• Managing implementations of technology in support of STIGs, CONOPS, POA&M to maintain security/regulatory and corporate policies/compliance requirements
• Implementing and maintaining systems governed under Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST 800-53rev5
• Perform proactive assessments ad testing/validation of controls against self-auditing
• Hardening servers and applications to DISA standards and Assured compliance Assessment Solution scans and documenting
• Conduct system categorization, selection, implementation, assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring of security controls.
• Prepare and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs) that outline the security requirements and controls for information systems.
• Develop, review, and update security documentation, including Security Assessments, Hardware/Software List, Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and other required artifacts.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for AOs and SCAs during the accreditation and authorization process.
• Work closely with IT, network, and system administrators to integrate security measures into system development and operations.

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Active TS/SCI
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of relevant experience as an ISSO
• Must have a Security+ Certification
• Knowledge of Risk Management processes and methodologies
• Experience developing RMF documentation and artifacts (e.g., design diagrams, SOPs, POA&Ms, etc.)
• Good verbal and written communication skills

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Current DoD 8570.01 IAT III certification
• Familiarity with applicable IC and DoD policies, procedures and operating instructions related to Information Technology, Information Assurance, Information Management (IT/IA/IM).
• Conducting system audits with Splunk
• Running and reviewing Scans with Tenable Security Center/Nessus

Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Corporate team.

For over 80 years, Parsons Corporation, has shaped the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.

Salary Range: $120,800.00 - $217,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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