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Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) (Journeyman)

Redstone Arsenal/Huntsville, AL

IPT Associates (IPTA) is passionate about providing our customers with technical solutions that satisfy their business needs. Through collaborative interactions with customers, team members, subject matter experts (SMEs), technical leaders, and partners we design practical solutions that solve real problems for major government and business organizations. As a member of our Aviation and Missile Center (AvMC) Team, you will work with a team of technologists focused on delivering innovative business solutions using emerging technologies through proven successful methods.

Our Team:

IPTA seeks talented people who are enthusiastic about applying technology to deliver innovative outcomes with "fierce determination, fearless integrity, and passionate service." Our belief is that our people are the key to success. By encouraging and enabling continued learning, our team members grow to achieve their personal career goals. We are looking for:

• Smart people with a passion for technology
• Ability to solve challenging technical business problems
• Self-directed professionals
• Hunger to continually learn and grow

Job Description:

Manage classified and unclassified systems through the Assessment & Authorization (A&A) process, performing the steps of Risk Management Framework in accordance with NIST SP 800-37r2. Coordination with Information System Owners (ISOs) to complete system categorization, select security controls, and perform self-assessments. Utilize the (RMF) Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) to create packages, upload artifacts, select security controls, and produce implementation plans. Research, develop, implement, test, and review an organization's information security to protect information systems. Identify organization project's risks, prioritize those risks, mitigate risk, and present unmitigated risks to leadership. Research and present the information necessary to maintain security through risk mitigation. Review systems to identify potential security weaknesses, recommend improvements, implement and document changes.

Responsibilities:

• Produce eMASS documentation
• Auditing and reporting of FISMA and NIST 800-53 compliance (cybersecurity compliance)
• Prepare documentation from information obtained from customer using accepted guidelines such as RMF (Risk Management Framework)
• RMF package development and review
• Risk and vulnerability self-assessments and corrective actions
• Provide assessment and authorization (A&A) support in the development of security and contingency plans
• Continuous monitoring and reporting of cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and risks

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Eight (8) years of prior experience in a similar role
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• DoD 8570 Level II/III certification desired
• Active Security Clearance required

IPTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on individual merit, including qualifications, experience, performance, and business needs, consistent with applicable federal laws and federal contracting requirements. IPTA provides equal opportunity and utilizes merit-based principles to make employment related decisions.

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