Senior Information System Security Officer Remote / Telecommute Jobs

Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO)Quantum Sky is searching for a Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support one of our law enforcement customers in Washington, DC. The successful candidate will ensure information systems and high value assets (HVA) meet NIST security requirements, managing the entire Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Authorization to Operate (ATO) lifecycles.Responsibilities:Develop and update security authorization packages in accordance with the client's requirement and compliant with FISMA.Develop and maintain the Plan of Action and Milestones and support remediation activitiesValidate protective measures for physical security are in place to support the system security requirementsMaintain an inventory of hardware and software for the information systemDevelop, coordinate, test, and train on Contingency Plans and Incident Response PlansPerform risk analyses to determine cost-effective and essential safeguardsSupport Incident Response and Contingency activitiesPerform security control assessment in using NIST 800-53AConduct independent scans of the application, network, and database (where required)Provide continuous monitoring to enforce client security policy and procedures and create processes that will provide oversight into the following activities for the system ownerCoordinate with multiple stakeholders to complete mandatory agency data calls in a timely mannerThe ISSO should be intimately familiar with some aspects of the following:Federal Government Information Assurance policies and regulations to include OMB requirements, FISMA, and NIST 800 seriesNetwork, network protocols, routers, and switches and how they interact with automated vulnerability assessment tools, open-source vulnerability assessment tools, and techniques used for evaluating security controls on Windows, Linux, and Unix operating systems, networking devices, databases, and web serversDeveloping custom assessment scriptsNetwork Security ArchitectureQualifications Required:8+ years of professional experience with at least 5 years supporting ISSO RMF activities.Bachelor's Degree or 4 years of additional experience in lieu of a degree.A demonstrated understanding of information privacy, including information access, the release of information, and implementation of control technologies as they apply to privacy information contained in electronic and non-electronic media.Thorough understanding and knowledge of FISMA, NIST RMF and Security and Privacy Assessment and Authorization (SPA&A) processes.Experience with NIST publications, OMB circulars and memoranda, and CNSS publications and their requirements and impact on system security.Proficiency in writing technical analysis reports with strong written and oral communication skillsAbility to work quickly, efficiently, and accurately in a dynamic and fluid environmentGood relationship management, business acumen, judgment, and ability to think criticallyDesired:Experience supporting the legislative branchPreferred certifications: CISA, CAP or equivalentExperience with FedRAMP and cloud service providersExperience with CSAM and ServiceNowExperience with vulnerability assessments tools such as Nessus and/or QualysClearance:US Citizen with Public Trust eligibility requiredLocation:Hybrid-remote in Washington DC, with the expectation to be onsite 2 days/week.About Quantum Sky Compensation:Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary for this role is $120,000-$130,000. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.Benefits:Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave.Quantum Sky Engineering LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.