Information System Security Officer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description
Chiron Technology Services, Inc. currently has a Information System Security Officer career opportunity in the Annapolis Junction, MD area.

Clearance:  Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph

Capabilities:

Conducting configuration management and assist the customer with the control of information system components

• Providing security impact analyses of changes to a system or its environment of operation

• Conducting ongoing assessments of security controls

• Recommend security policies to the customer; execute technical security safeguards and operation security measures

• Assist the customer in determining how modifications and/or introduction of new technology will impact the performance and security of their systems

• Determine whether all remote and network connections meet or exceed the ISS requirements of the IS; report findings to the customer

• Administer the user identification and authentication mechanisms of the IS; when direct control of these mechanisms is not feasible, coordinate with the customer to recommend a manner in which the mechanisms can be used most effectively

• Obtain proper approvals and follow proper purging procedures when storage devices or other components capable of storing data are prepared for release

• Assist the customer in applying physical and operational procedures to prevent a compromise of IS security, or negation of its Security Authorization

• Review the IS security audit documents in accordance with CSS policy and procedures

• Report all security incidents involving ISs in accordance with CSS policies and procedures for computer security incidents

• Use configuration management to maintain and protect the security posture of the IS; coordinate all changes to the operating systems software or applications software with the customer

• Assist the customer with implementing and managing the Information Assurance (IA) Program

• Track and report organizational trends in the XACTA Information Assurance Manager (XIAM) Tool with regard to the security posture of systems, and work with the customer to resolve deficiencies or problems

• Provide guidance/recommendations to the customer on IA best practices and procedures, compliant with the Risk Management Framework

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of work experience in Information Systems Security or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security System Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited college or university.
  • Four (4) years of additional ISSO experience may be substituted for a Bachelor's degree. 

Compensation Benefits:

• $155K- $165K /year  
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Non-matching 401K - You enjoy our support without having to contribute to get it!
• Basic Life and ADD Insurance provided at no cost to eligible employees
• Access to Chiron’s catalog of self-paced training courses
• Two Paid Time Off (PTO)/Retirement Plan Options
• 10K employee referral bonus program

We are an EEO/AA Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at View email address on ziprecruiter.com, let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

, About Chiron Technology Services, Inc.

Based in Columbia, MD, Chiron Technology Services, Inc. is a cybersecurity firm that provides public sector and commercial clients with cyber training, Information Assurance (IA), and engineering services. Chiron is comprised of engineers, analysts, and subject matter experts who have years of real-world practical experience solving industry’s most difficult challenges. Chiron takes a proactive posture for our customers while complying with industry standard engineering and IA policy.