Information System Security Officer (ISSO)
2 Years
Position Overview
Delviom is seeking a Junior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support cybersecurity operations, Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, and security compliance for a federal government program in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of information system security, NIST security controls, vulnerability management, and security authorization processes.
This position offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting federal information systems, maintaining security documentation, and working closely with senior ISSOs, security engineers, and government stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
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Support implementation and ongoing monitoring of security controls in accordance with NIST SP 800-53 and NIST RMF.
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Assist with the Authorization to Operate (ATO) process, including preparation and maintenance of security authorization documentation.
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Support development and updates of System Security Plans (SSPs), Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and other RMF artifacts.
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Assist in conducting vulnerability assessments, reviewing scan results, and tracking remediation activities.
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Monitor system security configurations, access controls, audit logs, and compliance requirements.
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Support continuous monitoring (ConMon), security control assessments, and periodic security reviews.
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Assist with maintaining security documentation and collecting evidence for audits and assessments.
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Track security findings, coordinate remediation efforts, and maintain POA&M status.
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Support incident reporting, risk assessments, and security impact analysis for system changes.
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Work with system administrators, engineers, and cybersecurity teams to ensure systems maintain compliance with federal security requirements.
Required Qualifications
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Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance.
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Minimum 2 years of professional experience in cybersecurity, information security, or IT security operations.
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Basic understanding of NIST RMF, NIST SP 800-53, and federal cybersecurity requirements.
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Familiarity with security control implementation, vulnerability management, and security compliance.
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Basic knowledge of SSPs, POA&Ms, ATO processes, and continuous monitoring.
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Understanding of Windows/Linux operating systems, network security, and access management.
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Strong documentation, analytical, and communication skills.
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Ability to work onsite in Washington, DC, five days per week.
Preferred Qualifications
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Security+ certification or equivalent cybersecurity certification.
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Familiarity with FISMA, NIST SP 800-37, and NIST SP 800-53.
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Exposure to vulnerability scanning tools such as Nessus or Tenable.
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Familiarity with security compliance tools such as eMASS, CSAM, or similar GRC platforms.
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Experience supporting federal government cybersecurity programs.
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Understanding of security principles such as least privilege, multifactor authentication, encryption, and audit logging.
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