Information Systems Security Representative (4660)

Law Enforcement Agency OCIO's organization is providing Information Systems Security as a Service and requires ISSRs to support cybersecurity stakeholders. This position is on site in Washington, DC and requires an active Top-Secret clearance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure that FBI ISs are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with the internal security policies and practices outlined in the approved Security Assessment and Authorization (SAA) package

• Manage the SAA process for new FBI ISs and legacy FBI ISs migrating into the GRC application

• Provide baseline security controls to the system owner, contingent upon the IS's security categorization, type of information processed and entity type

• Provide a recommendation to the Authorizing Official, in consultation with the system owner, regarding systems' impact levels and ISs' authorization boundary

• Ensure that new entities are created in the GRC application with the security categorization of FBI ISs.

• Initiate, coordinate, and recommend to the FBI Authorizing Official all Interconnection Security Agreement (ISAs), Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs), and Memorandum of Agreement (MOAs) that permit the interconnection of an FBI IS with any non-FBI or joint-use IS.

• Perform an independent review of the System Security Plan (SSP) and make approval decisions.

• Request and negotiate the level of testing required for an IS with the Enterprise Information Security Section and the FBI Authorizing Official.

• Schedule security control assessments in coordination with the system owner.

• Coordinate IS security inspections, tests, and reviews with the Security and system owner. Submit the final SAA package to the FBI Authorizing Official for a security ATO decision.

• Ensure that the Security ATO Electronic Communication (EC) is serialized into Sentinel under the applicable case file number.

• Advise the FBI Authorizing Official of IS vulnerabilities and residual risks.

• Ensure that all POA&M actions are completed and tested.

• Coordinate initiation of an event-driven reauthorization with the FBI Authorizing Official.

• Ensure the removal and retirement of FBI ISs being decommissioned, in coordination with the SO, ISSO, and ISSR.

Required Skills & Experience

• At least 7 years serving as an ISSR at a cleared facility.
• Minimum of 10 years work experience in a computer science or Cybersecurity related field.
• Hold Aat least one of the following certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Global Information Security Professional (GISP), or the CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) or other certifications exemplifying skill sets such as those described in DoD Instruction 8570.1 IAM Level III proficiency.
• Familiarity with the use and operation of security tools including Tenable Nessus and/or Security Center, IBM Guardium, HP Weblnspect, Network Mapper (NMAP), and/or similar applications
• A bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or other cyber discipline is preferred
• Active Top-Secret security clearance

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting a federal law enforcement agency

Application Deadline: 7-31-2026

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$99,000 - $166,500 USD

At SMX, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what's possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

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Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

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