Cybersecurity Information System Security Officer

Overview

Job Summary:

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a qualified and motivated Cybersecurity Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to work with a talented group of professionals dedicated to mission success.

As an ISSO, you will provide guidance on IT security control requirements to ensure the protection of system confidentiality, integrity, and availability. You will help align security solutions with system and network configurations and coordinate approvals with configuration managers.

You will support the full DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) life cycle, including authorization, sustainment, and disposition of information systems. Sustainment duties include continuous monitoring, change management, maintenance approvals, account management, auditing, vulnerability scanning, and other ISSO-related tasks in coordination with Certified Defense Contractors, SCAs, and AODRs.

In this role, you will serve as a cybersecurity subject matter expert, advising civilian and military personnel as well as senior leadership. You will also support government inspections and audits to ensure compliance with all security policies and standards.

Key Responsibilities

The Cybersecurity Information System Security Officer will:

• Serve as a subject matter expert in the Risk Management Framework (RMF), Cyber Engineering, and Project Management
• Provide informed recommendations to senior leadership to support mission success
• Convey complex technical and security information in clear, easy-to-understand terms for diverse audiences
• Take proactive measures to identify and prevent issues before they impact operations
• Support program management teams, requiring occasional travel to industry and/or government locations
• Collaborate effectively within a dynamic environment alongside a diverse group of professionals focused on shared objectives

Responsibilities

Skills & Experience

The Cybersecurity Information System Security Officer must have:

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility; must maintain TS/SCI as a condition of employment and be willing to undergo a CI polygraph
• 10+ years of relevant Department of Defense (DoD) experience
• 4+ years of SAP and/or SCI environment experience within the last 5 years
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong interpersonal awareness and attention to detail
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
• Proven ability to work independently and proactively, demonstrating initiative in resolving issues and improving processes

Education & Certifications

The Cybersecurity Information System Security Officer must meet the following:

Required

• Master's degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, MIS, Engineering, or a related field
• Relevant work experience or training certifications may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with Risk Management Framework (RMF) IT security controls and policies
• DoD 8140 / DoD 8570 IASAE Level II certification

Preferred

• Security Professional Education Development (SP?D) Certification Program

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner, and that may include lifting up to thirty pounds, as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC, is an SBA-Certified NHO-owned 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology solutions. We deliver professional services in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.

Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

Posted Salary Range

USD $145,000.00 - USD $155,000.00 /Yr.