Jr. Information Security Officer (ISSO)

Job Family: Cyber Engineering (CYE) Travel Required: Up to 10% Clearance Required: Active Top Secret SCI with Polygraph What You Will Do: The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) serves as the primary liaison between the system owner and the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM). The ISSO is responsible for maintaining the appropriate operational security posture for assigned information systems and ensuring compliance with Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) requirements, National Institute of Science and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework and Intelligence Community (IC) security policies. What You Will Need: An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance with a COUNTERINTELLIGENCE (CI) polygraph Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or STEM field CURRENT Security+ certification (or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification THREE (3) or more years of experience in cybersecurity with minimum of TWO (2) years in ISSO/RMF roles What Would Be Nice to Have: Master’s Degree in in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field Strong understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, RMF SP 800-53 Rev 5, DoD 8570/8140) Experience utilizing enterprise cybersecurity risk management and governance tools (XACTA, ServiceNow) Extensive knowledge of cloud security (Azure & AWS) Experience with security Tools (ACAS/Nessus, Splunk, etc.) Project management experience The annual salary range for this position is $100,100.00-$150,400.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. What We Offer: Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits include: Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance 401(k) Retirement Plan Basic Life & Supplemental Life Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Student Loan PayDown Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities Skills Development & Certifications Employee Referral Program Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program Mobility Stipend About Guidehouse Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. 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