Junior Information System Security Officer

Description

Dynetics, a wholly owned subsidiary of Leidos, is seeking a talented Junior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join a diverse team to create unique solutions for complex problems. With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, Dynetics provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions.

The Junior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) will be responsible for supporting our Classified Information System Cybersecurity/Information Assurance Program. The Junior ISSO will report to the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) on all aspects of classified Information System Security compliance in support of a Senior ISSO.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supporting the assessing and monitoring system compliance, auditing, security plan development and delivering Information Systems security education and awareness
• Assist with investigating Information System Security violations and help prepare reports specifying corrective and preventative actions
• Support the creation, review and update of cybersecurity documentation and other technical writing
• Support the auditing of Information Systems to ensure compliance with security policies and procedures while reporting any discrepancies to the ISSM, ISO or FSO.
• Assisting in the Risk Management Framework (RMF) authorization process by developing and maintaining artifacts for the IS Body of Evidence (BoE).
• Reviewing Configuration Management (CM) requests of all associated hardware, software, and security relevant functions is maintained and documented as part of CCB approval process.
• Assisting with sanitization and release of hardware in accordance with security policies or Authorizing Official (AO) guidance.
• Testing/evaluation and application of required technical security controls and periodic inspections of Information Systems.

Basic Qualifications:

Position Typically requires less than 2 years of applicable, related experience in computer-related discipline. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Relevant Experience Considered:

• Cybersecurity, systems security or hardening, Information Technology
• Compliance-based auditing using the Risk Management Framework (RMF), DCSA Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM), National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM)
• Experience working with and/or supporting computer technologies (such as: databases, operating systems, computer network hardware, software programs, hardware troubleshooting or electronics)
• Some Experience with security configurations across multiple operating systems in various environments, to include Windows, Linux, UNIX, utilizing Active Directory/Group Policy, Centrify, etc. is required.
• Candidate must be highly organized, self-motivated with excellent documentation and time management skills and
• Must possess the ability to communicate well with others and work with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Some Experience with IT (Windows, Linux) and/or security related certifications (Security+ CE, CISSP, CISM, CISA, etc.) is preferred.
• Some Experience working in DoD classified operating and/or laboratory environments
• Some Experience with various Information System Security tools that address vulnerability analysis and mitigation. These may include Solarwinds, Splunk, Tenable, SCAP.
• Familiarity with implementation of Government directives and policies derived from NIST, STIG, DoD, or other Government Regulatory compliance standards within a professional industry
• Familiarity in the execution of the Assessment & Authorization processes, as defined within the Risk Managed Framework (RMF), eMASS
• Experience providing technical security consultation for complex, cross-domain, heterogeneous classified networked environments in collaboration with internal/external Customers, Information Technology (IT)
• Familiarity with the execution and management of cyber incident response; preservation, containment, and eradication

Original Posting Date:

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Original Posting Date:

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's 47,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $14.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2023. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

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Commitment to Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.