Journeyman - Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Journeyman Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team! In this role you will get to focus on the cybersecurity aspects of system design to robustly deal with cyber-related disruptions, minimizing misuse and malicious behavior, while supporting Defensive Cyber Operations.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Works with customers and various SAFe Agile engineering disciplines to analyze operational needs, decompose requirements, generate cybersecurity functional requirements, and supports the agile development of robust security posture focusing on mission and compliance, in a SAFe construct.
• Utilize Risk Management Framework (RMF) to achieve and maintain Authorization to Operate (ATO), Interim Authorization To Test (IATT), and Authority to Connect (ATC) for all existing and new Information Systems (IS) that require accreditation to include on premise and cloud platforms.
• Maintain and develop System Security Plans (SSP), Security Controls Traceability Matrices (SCTM), Risk Assessment Reports (RAR), Continuous Monitoring Plans (ConMon), Security Assessment Reports (SAR), and Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M).
• Ability to Develop and update documentation, policy and procedures such as: Ports Protocols and Services Management (PPSM) worksheets, system and network diagrams / descriptions, and SOPs.
• Coordinate and perform security audits and system updates to identify nonstandard events and maintain system and information integrity.
• Play an active role in Conducting continuous monitoring activities on Accredited Information Systems (AIS) its environment of operation to include developing and updating the system artifacts, managing and controlling changes to the system.
• Conduct security impact analysis activities and provide to the ISSM on all configuration management changes to the authorization boundaries
• Report Cyber incidents or vulnerabilities to the government chain of command and then, as required, to the assigned ISSM
• Strong ability to produce and maintain varied technical documentation
• 100% onsite is required in Colorado Springs, CO

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Must have a Bachelors Degree in Cybersecurity/Computer Science or other relevant field from an accredited university with minimum 2+ years of experience (3+ years highly preferred)
• Must have 1 DoD 8570.01/8140.03 Certification: Certified Analytics Professional (CAP), CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) +CE, Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), GIAC Security Leadership Certification (GSLC), or Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO)
• Ability to obtain and hold a Secret clearance
• Broad knowledge of computer networking concepts and protocols, and network security methodologies
• Knowledge of risk management processes (e.g., methods for assessing and mitigating risk)
• Broad knowledge of information technology (IT) security principles and methods (e.g., firewalls, demilitarized zones, encryption)
• Experience in reviewing and implementing secure configuration management techniques. (e.g., Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs))
• Broad knowledge of network security architecture concepts including topology, protocols, components, and principles (e.g., application of defense-in-depth)
• Practical experience in guiding systems through NIST SP 800-37 RMF steps, from Prepare to Monitor, using CNSSI 1253 to ascertain appropriate Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability levels, and the NIST SP 800-53 controls associated with each level
• Experience with Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) and Xacta

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Masters Degree in Cybersecurity/ Computer Science or other relevant field from an accredited university
• Top Secret OR interim/active Secret with ability to get Top Secret
• Familiarity with Defensive Cyber Operations Concepts

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range:
$59,300.00 - $103,800.00

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!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company's core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!