Lead Information Systems Security Officer, ISSO

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Drive initiatives to collect and structure technical data regarding the program's security posture.

• Work collaboratively across various teams to facilitate ongoing security authorization processes.

• Actively develop, oversee, and revise Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).

• Draft Waivers or Risk Acceptance Memos as needed.

• Execute annual evaluations in accordance with DHS standards.

• Review and refresh security authorization documentation on an annual basis.

• Liaise with the Privacy, Records, and Information Governance Divisions.

• Conduct tests for Contingency Plans.

• Carry out system self-assessments.

• Track and address Information Security Vulnerability Management (ISVM) and Patch Management requirements.

• Provide support for audits throughout all phases of the audit process.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of inventory within the accreditation boundary.

• Ensure that security requirements are integrated into the development cycle.

• Confirm adherence to configuration management processes.

• Respond to new requirements stemming from legislative or policy changes.

• Assist with annual independent assessments.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 8 years of experience in the field of information security.

• Proficient in cybersecurity best practices, vulnerability management, and the use of cybersecurity scanning tools.

• In-depth knowledge of Federal data privacy regulations and practices for managing cybersecurity in cloud environments.

• Possession of one or more certifications: CompTIA Security+, Cloud Security certification, Information Systems Security certification, or Information Systems Security Management certification.

• Capability to obtain and maintain a DHS Public Trust clearance.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits with a variety of options.

• Employer-funded health savings account.

• Infertility treatment coverage.

• Orthodontic services included.

• Eight weeks of Parental Leave.

• Discounted pet insurance available.

• Care.com membership providing three backup emergency child or elder care days each year.

• Eligibility for bonuses starting on the first day of employment.

• Fifteen days of paid vacation annually.

• Six federal holidays observed.

• Four floating holidays included.

• TechEleX program to assist with technology needs.

• Annual reimbursement of $25 per month for internet expenses.

• Three days of paid professional development each year.

• Access to wellness events, a HeadSpace membership, and TalkSpace services.