SMS Data Products Group, Inc. is seeking a Cyber Security Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to work on our NCCNOSS program at Maxwell Gunter AFB in Montgomery, AL. The Subject Matter Expert will have experience in providing knowledge, techniques and/or capabilities related to DoD Cyber Security tasks, assessment and authorization (the new C&A) for DOD ATOs, eMASS, documentation, security testing and vulnerability remediation. Candidate will support the Assessment and Authorization process for administering DoD (Department of Defense) Risk Management Framework (RMF) program and other Cyber Security tasks deem necessary to support the customer in a research and development setting. Candidate must also have experience in managing IT or Cyber Security related projects that required extensive and simultaneous documentation and coordination across multiple customers. CASP or CISSP certification is preferred, SEC+ or CND is required.
As a dynamic systems integrator, SMS offers proven solutions in engineering, operations, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. With expertise in modernizing and optimizing legacy infrastructure and systems, ensuring operational efficiency, and designing, implementing, and managing secure environments, SMS supports business and mission goals with proficiency, quality, and integrity.
SMS has been serving the advanced information technology needs of the federal government since 1976, delivering talented teams and innovative, cost-effective solutions and services to support our customers' missions for more than 40 years. SMS is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with offices and on-site operations at customer locations throughout the United States. For additional information on SMS, visit www.sms.com.
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Responsibilities
- Performance of A&A work-flow in accordance with RMF requirements, preparation of system-related RMF artifacts, updating eMASS, system security engineering, preparation of security test plans and their execution, remediation of system vulnerabilities, and preparation of Cyber Security documentation including PPS matrix, POA&M and system security plans.
- Writing Standard Operation Procedures (SOP), COOP, Configurations, and other documentation in support of Cyber Security tasks as required
- Working on Cyber Security tools such as Tenable Nessus, Security Center and other Tenable tools that make up the DOD ACAS suite, McAfee Epo and other McAfee products that make up the DOD HBSS/ESS suite, Wireshark, Metasploit, SolarWinds, Cisco ASA/Firepower, DISA SCC and other Cyber Security/IT tools.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to independently, performs hands on Cyber Security tasks as required.
- Maintain an awareness of trends within the Technology Industry
- Assisting ISSM, System Administrators, system engineers and project engineers with cybersecurity tasks such has vulnerability remediation, reviewing STIGs/SRGs , writing POA&Ms, reviewing ATO artifacts, assessing changes to existing systems
Qualifications
Three to Five years of progressively responsible IT security consulting experience including recent experience with RMF. Candidates should have technical experience or understanding of the following areas: Network Infrastructure (Cisco/Juniper), Microsoft Windows Server 2012, 2016, and 2019, UNIX/Linux (BSD/Redhat), Windows10, database (Oracle/MS SQL 2005+) and cyber tools mention in the job function. Individual must have high degree of skills with the MS Office tool-sets.
Applicant must possess refined critical thinking skills, should be a self-starter, may direct the activities of other team members, diplomatic, multi-task capable, adaptive to a dynamic environment, dependable and reliable. Prior experience in a government consulting services environment is required.
Desired Experience:
- DOD COMSEC experience such as being a CRO
- Experience with running cybersecurity tools as mentioned in the essential job functions
- Air Force or DOD ISSO experience
- Working on managing and reviewing firewall traffic and rules
- Cloud and virtualization experience
Education/Certifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a Business Management or MIS related field preferred, or experience in lieu of degree; High School diploma required if no existing higher education diplomas
- Active SECRET security clearance
DoD 8140 IAM-II (CAP, CASP, CISM, CISSP or GSLC) preferred; DoD 8140 IAT-II (SEC+ or CND) required
SMS is a veteran-owned network integrator established in 1976. With an employee retention rate averaging over 5 years, our ability to hire quality people and retain them in a rapidly evolving IT market proves why we are a world-class information technology company. At SMS, we place a high value on quality of service, customer satisfaction, and best-of-breed policies and practices. As a result, SMS is proud to be ISO 9001:2008 Registered and a CMMI Level 3 certified company, ensuring that we continue to meet and exceed the expectations of our customers, partners and employees.
SMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.