Check out this NEW Opportunity with Axient!
Axient is currently looking for a Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) - Information Technology to join our team at Eglin AFB, FL.
What you will do...
Duties will include, but may not be limited to:
Perform system analysis and to assist in applications software design and implementation. Duties involve working with Special Access Program (SAP) Projects. Will be responsible for feasibility studies to assist in determining requirements for developing entirely new or making substantial modifications to existing applications software and the analysis of large complex information systems which are characterized by the need for substantial security analysis. Will need to analyze complex processes and/or a variety of unusual problems, questions, or conditions relative to the design and/or selection of management information systems and applications software technology. Duties involve working with other agencies which are typically concerned with the agency’s single centralized information technology operation which is linked to terminals at numerous sites throughout the country or with standard systems to be used on numerous equipment units or at installation level operations in the agency. Gathers facts so that an analysis of new or modified applications can be performed. Responsibilities include obtaining/maintaining Special Access Program {SAP} work areas, adhering to the DoD Joint SAP Implementation Guide (JSIG), and determining Risk Management Framework (RMF) to obtain Authorities to Operate (ATOs) for Information Systems (IS) supporting test. Must follow information security policies, methods, standards, Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA/National Institutes of Standard and Technology (NIST) standards and practices to organizational information systems, IT reference materials, and applicable regulations. Upgrades and expands and/or modifies programs in response to operational and end user requirements. Designs audit routines to test the reliability of management information systems. Applies computer assisted software engineering (CASE) tools to the design and development phases of projects. Programs system improvements and modifications so that system components interrelate without conflict. Works to achieve and support quality improvement in all products and services and takes a proactive approach in providing customer assistance. Provides consultation and instruction to functional users and makes recommendations to project leaders on system interrelationships that must be considered in producing the output desired. Assists end users in deciding which processes to automate, how to select equipment and software, and how best to use available technology. Provides formal or informal training for subject-matter specialists and support personnel. Resolves questions concerning telecommunications protocols, modems, front-end processors/controllers, and other interface questions. Resolves equipment and software compatibility questions. Keeps abreast of emerging technologies to predict future management information system’s needs.
Expectations for this role: - Knowledge of IT systems analysis and applications software concepts, functions, techniques, and capabilities sufficient to evaluate new and emerging IT security methods and principles. Evaluate the feasibility of proposed new systems and applications software projects. Design, write, test, debug and maintain information systems and applications software and ensure successful integration with existing and anticipated infrastructure in the database environment.
- Knowledge of IT application software and Systems development life cycles to Include systems documentation, system requirements and techniques, design development, configuration management, cost benefit analysis, systems analysis, unprecedented design methodologies, data administration, system integration and testing.
- Knowledge of IT management information systems and applications software technology to isolate causes of problems between hardware system and applications software. Programs and measures system performance and/or extends operating system capabilities to support organizational business processes and operations.
- Knowledge of IT management information systems requirements and application software development techniques required in carrying out project assignments of considerable difficulty and with little specificity regarding approach to be followed.
- Gather facts and use analytical and evaluative methods to assess requirements, apply CASE tools to design and develop processes, deviate from traditional methods, and solve a variety of complex or intricate computer software problems.
- Maintain an up-to-date awareness of technological advances and predict how management can meet future requirements.
- Effectively communicate orally and in writing.
- Modify and adapt precedent solutions to unique or specialized requirements.
- Knowledge of when and how to effectively apply agency policies and standards.
- Support multiple organizations within the scope of this position as directed by the Commander.
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Skills you will need...
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Minimum Requirements: |
- Must be able to obtain/maintain DoD security clearance with TS eligibility. Active DoD Secret clearance with current investigation is acceptable and required to start work.
- Minimum of 3 years experience and a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in the applicable discipline.
- Must be able to work on high-visibility or mission critical projects and perform all functional duties independently.
- Must be able to lead the efforts of less senior staff and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific task.
- Education/Exp Substitutions (may be considered):
- 6 years work experience may be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree.
- Associate’s degree plus 4 years work experience may be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree.
- Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years work experience may be substituted for a Master's Degree
- 12 years work experience may be substituted for a Master's Degree.
- Current CompTIA Security+ certification is required. (Note: additional certifications may be required based on potential changes in program requirements.)
Preferred Qualifications: |
- Technical audits and enforcement of information systems security procedures.
- Experience working with government regulations, such as NISPOM, JAFAN, JSIG, DIACAP and Risk Management Framework.
- Experience supporting various system configurations (Stand Alone, Local Area Networks, and Wide Area Networks).
- Self-motivated and possess good written, verbal, listening and presentation skills.
- Previous experience working in a classified information systems environment.
- Familiarity with test equipment and sanitization procedures.
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