Information Security Analyst - ISSO w/TS/SCI Clearance

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Location: Springfield, VA
• Environment: Hybrid
• Noise level: Low
• Schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs
• Travel: Less than 10% 

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S. Citizenship

Active TS/SCI clearance

 

WAGE INFORMATION

Target salary range: $150,000 - $200,000. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees. 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice

This position supports an upcoming government contract proposal and is contingent upon contract award and government approval. Candidates must meet all stated requirements and may be required to sign a Letter of Commitment (LOC).

Responsibilities

We are seeking Information Security Analyst - ISSO for the COMSEC IT Services contract.

 

The Information Security Analyst / ISSO will provide cybersecurity, Risk Management Framework, Assessment and Authorization, continuous monitoring, and security-control support for COMSEC information systems.

 

The PWS specifically includes ISSO, RMF/A&A, GRC, continuous monitoring, security plans, POA&Ms, vulnerability management, and NIST 800-series requirements.

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• 5+ years of cybersecurity experience.

• Experience with NIST 800-53.

• FedRAMP experience.

• Experience with security control lifecycles.

• Demonstrated experience supporting government agencies, customers, or contracts within federal environments. This includes the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Civil agencies, and military organizations. Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the customer environment, requirements, and operational landscape, is highly desirable.

Certifications

• Security+ certification or DoD 8570 IAT Level II.

• CISSP or similar certification within 6 months of hire.

• CSM

Education

• TBD

Clearance

• Active TS/SCI clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• RMF and A&A experience in Federal environments.

• Experience supporting classified systems.

• Experience with GRC tools, Splunk, ServiceNow, or related platforms.

• Department of State cybersecurity experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform ISSO functions for assigned COMSEC systems.

• Support Risk Management Framework activities.

• Develop and maintain security documentation.

• Support Assessment and Authorization packages.

• Maintain System Security Plans and supporting artifacts.

• Manage and track Plans of Action and Milestones.

• Support continuous monitoring and security-control assessments.

• Evaluate implementation of NIST 800-53 security controls.

• Support vulnerability-management activities.

• Coordinate security findings and remediation actions.

• Maintain authorization evidence and compliance documentation.

• Support security reviews and system changes.

• Coordinate with Government security organizations and technical teams.

• Support FedRAMP-related requirements where applicable.

• Assist with security risk assessments and corrective-action planning

Qualifications

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. Apply now to explore jobs with us at

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays. 

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact View email address on us.fitly.work for assistance.